fundraiser
Translation
fundraiser, fundraising event, charity event
Examples
They are holding a fundraiser for the local hospital.
They are holding a fundraiser for the local hospital.
She works as a professional fundraiser for a charity.
She works as a professional fundraiser for a charity.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) fundraiser ((for sth.)) an event held to raise money for a cause They are holding a fundraiser for the local hospital.
((a)) fundraiser ((for sb./sth.)) a person whose job is to raise money for a cause She works as a professional fundraiser for a charity.
Similar Words
Synonyms (event): charity event, benefit, gala; Synonyms (person): campaigner, solicitor
Etymology
A compound of 'fund' + 'raise' + '-er'. It can refer to an event that raises funds or a person who raises funds.
Memory Tips
Break it down: something or someone that 'raises' a 'fund'. This helps remember both meanings (event and person).