New York State law prohibits state officials from demanding contributions in exchange for government favors.

Shaking down merchants is traditional among some New York politicians and activists who demand contributions to "the community."

We are demanding contributions to hunger and world health organizations equal to any further sell-offs.

How about asking what sort of tax system would demand fair contributions?

A focus on what is needed to secure the desired outcome rather than demanding equal contributions can facilitate a more open dialogue.

In some cases, colleges themselves demanded contributions from lenders.

It also demands regular contributions to a reserve fund for capital repairs.

Gary had beaten them to it, and had demanded contributions for the mission.

The striking workers were to support themselves with savings and confiscated parish funds, and by demanding contributions from rich people.

They also demanded contributions of food, money, beer, or all three from their victims.