1. to raise money for a project or cause by collecting small amounts from a large number of people, typically via the internet

Examples

• The startup plans to crowdfund their new app through an online platform.
• She successfully crowdfunded $50,000 for her documentary film.
• Many independent artists crowdfund their albums before recording.
• The charity decided to crowdfund medical expenses for the family.
• They hope to crowdfund enough money to open their restaurant.
• The inventor will crowdfund his prototype development costs.