crowdfund
To raise money for something, such as a project or cause, by soliciting donations from a large network of people, often via social media. If the studio won't finance our movie, then we'll have to turn to crowdfunding. I'm crowdfunding to raise money for a local family whose house burned down. I was reluctant to crowdfund after my accident, but the generous donations of family and friends are what really helped me put a dent in my medical bills.
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