征集 (zhēng jí): to collect; to recruit

The school is collecting students' opinions in order to improve the quality of the cafeteria food.

The city government is openly soliciting citizens' suggestions for the design plan of the new park.

This magazine collects short stories every year and selects outstanding works for publication.

In order to help children in impoverished areas, a volunteer organization is collecting used books and stationery.

The museum is soliciting old photos and objects related to the city's history from the public.