One pledging money for a charitable activity (7)

I believe the answer is:

sponsor

(Other definitions for sponsor that I've seen before include "Finance (an event)" , "Angel" , "Provide backing" , "Bankroll" , "Help fund a sporting or artistic event" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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