backers
n. plural-onlyn. people or organizations that give money or support to a project. You often hear this word when talking about new businesses or creative ideas.
n. individuals or entities that provide financial or moral support to an undertaking. Often used in the context of political campaigns, business startups, or crowdfunding.
The project failed because its main backers withdrew their money.
The film director is currently looking for financial backers to help cover the high costs of production.
Despite early skepticism from industry experts, the startup secured several high-profile backers who were impressed by the founder's innovative approach to renewable energy storage.
While the singular 'backer' is common, the plural form is frequently used to refer to a collective group of investors or supporters.