No. 3,282 in German
förderverein
A "förderverein" is a support or fundraising association for promoting and financially aiding an organization, project, or institution.
In a sentence
Der Förderverein der Schule organisiert eine Spendenaktion.
The school's support association is organizing a fundraising campaign.
Here, 'Förderverein' refers to a specific association that supports the school's initiatives.
Ich bin seit Jahren Mitglied im Förderverein des Sportclubs.
I have been a member of the sports club's support association for years.
In this sentence, 'Förderverein' implies a collective aiding in the development of the sports club.
Ein Förderverein kann wichtige Projekte finanziell unterstützen.
A support association can financially assist important projects.
The word 'Förderverein' is used in general terms to describe an entity that offers financial or organizational aid.
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