non-profit

adjective C1

Meaning

Pertaining to organizations or entities that operate without the primary aim of generating profit, focusing instead on furthering a social cause, providing community services, or promoting charitable activities, often reinvesting any surplus revenue into
💡 While "non-profit" is commonly used interchangeably with "not-for-profit," the former often implies a broader operational scope that may include various funding sources and revenue-generating activities, whereas the latter typically refers to specific legal structures.

Example Sentences

The non - profit organization focuses on improving community health services .
The non - profit organization focuses on improving local education programs .
The non - profit organization focuses on providing education to underprivileged children .

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