Nonprofit Corporation

/ˌnɑnˈprɑfɪt ˌkɔrpəˈreɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A corporation organized for purposes other than generating profit, typically for charitable, educational, religious, or social goals and exempt from certain taxes.
    The nonprofit corporation focused on providing educational resources to underprivileged children.

Forms

  • nonprofit corporation
  • nonprofit corporations

Commentary

Nonprofit corporations differ from for-profit entities by their purpose and tax status; ensure clarity on tax exemption criteria when drafting related documents.

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