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Nonprofit

Verb / nɑ:ˈnprɑ:fʌt / Another word for nonprofit — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A nonprofit organization is a group that uses its profits to further a specific social cause or advocate for a particular point of view. Rather than distributing profits to shareholders, the organization reinvests the money in its mission.

Synonyms & similar words

nonprofitmaking nonprofitorganization notforprofit charity NGO not-for-profit foundation cause-oriented philanthropic mission-driven

Synonyms by register

Formal

charitable benevolent philanthropic public-service

Informal

good cause helping community-focused

Antonyms

for-profit commercial business lucrative profitable money-making

Common collocations

  • nonprofit organization
  • nonprofit sector
  • nonprofit status
  • nonprofit foundation
  • nonprofit work
  • nonprofit initiative
  • nonprofit group

Word family

noun nonprofit
adjective nonprofit

Usage note

Often used as both a noun and an adjective. It refers to organizations that are not primarily intended to generate profit for their owners or operators.

Example sentences

  1. The nonprofit worked to provide clean water to people in developing countries.
  2. My mom volunteers at a nonprofit that helps homeless people.
  3. The nonprofit raised money to support cancer research.
  4. The nonprofit's mission was to promote equality and social justice.
  5. The nonprofit organization relies on donations from the community.

Quotes

  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • The difference between what we do and what we are capable of doing would suffice to solve most of the world's problems. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • We cannot live only for ourselves. A thousand fibers connect us with our fellow men. - Herman Melville

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