tukijat

Tukijat is the Finnish plural noun for tukija, meaning a person or entity that provides support. The term covers individuals or organizations that contribute resources—financial, material, or moral—to a person, project, or institution. The word is neutral and broadly applicable in many contexts.

Etymology: Tukija is formed from tuki, meaning support, with the agentive suffix -ja; tukijat is the plural nominative.

Usage: In sports clubs, charities, cultural projects, and political campaigns, tukijat describe sponsors, donors, patrons, or backers. In crowdfunding, tukijat are backers who pledge money; contributions can be one-time or recurring and may come with recognition or rewards depending on the platform or arrangement.

Nuances: The term emphasizes backing rather than the mere act of giving. Related terms include lahjoittaja (donor), sponsor (sponsor or partner, often with branding obligations), and tuki (support or backing in a broader sense). The word can refer to individuals or organizations providing support.

See also: tuki; tukija; lahjoittaja; sponsor.