NOT-FOR-PROFIT

Organisation that is set up for a ‘purpose’ other than making a profit. Some or all of the profits are used for good (either to do more of the good stuff that the organisation does or maybe offer cheaper prices to those who would not be able to afford full price) rather than being paid to shareholders or bonuses to directors. Being a not-for-profit organisation does not mean that you can’t pay yourself. It defines an organisation by what they intend to do with their profits.

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