fund-raising
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of fund-raising
First recorded in 1935–40
Example Sentences
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Mr. Trump has dominated GOP fund-raising since his re-election.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 17, 2026
To turn the tide, 88% are considering going after new funders, 49% are looking at collaborative fund-raising with other nonprofits, 36% may share operations with other organizations and 17% would consider merging with other organizations.
From Barron's • May 12, 2026
“We are on track for another record year of fund-raising as we continue to see broad-based investor demand across our platform.”
From Barron's • May 1, 2026
The closing of fund-raising by the Latin America Reforestation Strategy BTG TIG fund comes as global carbon-trading markets shrunk.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 28, 2026
Shortly after he and Zelda were married, they attended a fund-raising dinner at the University School.
From "Chasing Vermeer" by Blue Balliett
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