nonprofit

[nɑːnˈprɒfɪt]

nonprofit Definition

  • 1not making or conducted primarily to make a profit
  • 2an organization whose purpose is something other than making a profit

Using nonprofit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nonprofit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The organization is a nonprofit that provides free legal services to low-income families.

  • Example

    She works for a nonprofit organization that helps refugees settle in the country.

  • Example

    The museum is run by a nonprofit foundation.

  • Example

    The concert was organized by a nonprofit group to raise funds for cancer research.

nonprofit Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with nonprofit

  • the part of the economy made up of organizations that are not intended to make a profit

    Example

    The nonprofit sector plays an important role in providing social services.

  • an organization that is not intended to make a profit and is dedicated to furthering a particular social cause or advocating for a particular point of view

    Example

    The Red Cross is a well-known nonprofit organization that provides disaster relief and humanitarian aid.

  • the practice of managing and leading nonprofit organizations

    Example

    She has a degree in nonprofit management and works as a consultant for nonprofit organizations.

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Summary: nonprofit in Brief

'Nonprofit' [nɑːnˈprɒfɪt] refers to organizations or activities that are not primarily focused on making a profit. It can be used as an adjective or a noun, and is often associated with charitable or philanthropic work. Examples include 'The organization is a nonprofit that provides free legal services to low-income families.' and 'The museum is run by a nonprofit foundation.' Phrases like 'nonprofit sector' and 'nonprofit organization' are common, as is the field of 'nonprofit management.'

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