fundraiser
noun
fund·rais·er
ˈfənd-ˌrā-zər 
variants
or less commonly fund-raiser
plural fundraisers also fund-raisers
1
: a person employed to raise funds (as for an institution or political cause)
a talented fundraiser
… hired not only for his popularity with the other scientists but for his proven abilities as a fundraiser.—
James Shreeve
James Shreeve2
: a social event (such as a cocktail party) held for the purpose of raising funds
… he gained recognition by throwing a posh fundraiser for President Jimmy Carter.—James Ridgeway
James RidgewayExamples of fundraiser in a Sentence
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The Warner Theatre hosts the distillery for VIP Room events and fundraisers, and A Tasteful Event, which benefits the FISH food pantry and shelter in Torrington, features food by local restaurants and vendors, including the Litchfield Distillery.
—Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
She was diagnosed with a brain tumor in November, and through fundraisers and a GoFundMe account, donations for medical expenses have topped $125,000.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2026
Walking the streets asking people about her brother alongside her niece, reporting tips to police tirelessly, creating an online fundraiser and even hiring private investigators to lend a helping hand.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Davion Flanagan was a football player, aspiring barber and loving big brother, according to a fundraiser page by his family.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Gardner is one of the homegrown celebrities who host the annual Big Slick fundraiser for Children’s Mercy.
—Lisa Gutierrez
may 15, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
By José Criales-Unzueta 63 Unforgettable Met Gala Looks The annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute is where fashion’s finest go to see and be seen.
—Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
The organization hosts fundraisers, youth football camps, and Thanksgiving distributions, among other events.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Earlier this week, the former reality TV star — who announced his candidacy in January — was serenaded by Katharine McPhee and David Foster during an intimate fundraiser held at the couple's Los Angeles home.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
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Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 17 May 2026
She was diagnosed with a brain tumor in November, and through fundraisers and a GoFundMe account, donations for medical expenses have topped $125,000.
—Gary Curreri, Sun Sentinel, 17 May 2026
Walking the streets asking people about her brother alongside her niece, reporting tips to police tirelessly, creating an online fundraiser and even hiring private investigators to lend a helping hand.
—Frankie McLister, CBS News, 17 May 2026
Davion Flanagan was a football player, aspiring barber and loving big brother, according to a fundraiser page by his family.
—Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 15 May 2026
Gardner is one of the homegrown celebrities who host the annual Big Slick fundraiser for Children’s Mercy.
—Lisa Gutierrez
may 15, Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026
By José Criales-Unzueta 63 Unforgettable Met Gala Looks The annual fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute is where fashion’s finest go to see and be seen.
—Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 15 May 2026
The organization hosts fundraisers, youth football camps, and Thanksgiving distributions, among other events.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 May 2026
Earlier this week, the former reality TV star — who announced his candidacy in January — was serenaded by Katharine McPhee and David Foster during an intimate fundraiser held at the couple's Los Angeles home.
—Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
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“Fundraiser.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fundraiser. Accessed 18 May. 2026.
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