der Förderverein
Translation
booster club, friends' association, support association
Examples
Der Förderverein der Schule sammelt Spenden.
The school's booster club is collecting donations.
Ich bin Mitglied im Förderverein des Museums.
I am a member of the museum's friends' association.
Grammar Patterns
((der Förderverein)) + genitive + ... 'the booster club of ...' The school's booster club is organizing a party.
Similar Words
Synonyms: der Unterstützerverein (supporters' club), der Freundeskreis (circle of friends)
Etymology
Composed of 'fördern' (to support, promote) and 'Verein' (association, club). Literally, a 'support association'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'Verein' (club) whose purpose is to 'fördern' (support) a specific institution, like a school or museum.