sponsors
n. countablen. people or companies that give money to support an event, person, or project. In return, they usually get to show their name or logo to the public.
n. individuals or organisations that provide financial support or resources for an activity, person, or institution, typically in exchange for promotional benefits. Often used in the plural to refer to the collective group of financial backers.
The local bank is one of our main sponsors this year.
The music festival was a huge success thanks to the generous contributions from several corporate sponsors.
Securing high-profile sponsors is often the primary hurdle for independent filmmakers who wish to maintain creative control while ensuring their production meets professional industry standards.
Frequently used in the plural form when referring to the group of backers for an event.