筹措 (chóu cuò) is a formal, written verb meaning 'to raise (funds)' or 'to secure (resources, funds, or support).' It combines two characters: 筹 (chóu), meaning 'to plan' or 'to prepare,' and 措 (cuò), meaning 'to handle' or 'to manage.' Together, they convey the idea of actively planning and managing to obtain something needed—especially money, materials, or logistical support. The word implies effort, strategy, and responsibility, and is commonly used in official, organizational, or project-related contexts.

You’ll often see 筹措 in news reports, government documents, NGO proposals, or business plans—for example, when discussing how an organization will gather funding for infrastructure, disaster relief, or educational programs. It is rarely used in casual speech; native speakers prefer simpler verbs like '凑 (còu)' or '弄到 (nòng dào)' in everyday conversation. While it can technically apply to non-monetary resources (e.g., personnel or equipment), its dominant use remains financial.