noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', transitive verb
Formal term for giving approval and support, often financial or organizational, to a project, event, or organization. Commonly used in contexts like 賛助会員 (supporting member) or 賛助出演 (guest appearance with support).
このイベントは多くの企業の賛助を受けている。
This event receives support from many companies.
彼は賛助会員として協会を支えている。
He supports the association as a supporting member.