appeal ·noun (REQUEST)
Definition: a formal or urgent request, especially for money or help in an emergency Level: C2
他们正在发起一项呼吁，为地震灾民筹款。
They're launching an ___appeal to raise money for earthquake victims.
红十字会发布了一项献血呼吁。
The Red Cross issued an ___appeal for blood donations.
我建议地方当局在社区和公司的支持下发起一项呼吁，以筹款维持圣玛丽医院的运营。
I would suggest that the local authorities with the support of the community and companies start an ___appeal, to raise money to keep the St. Mary's running.