1. organizations that operate for purposes other than making a profit, typically for charitable, educational, or social causes
Usage: plural form of nonprofit

Examples

• Many nonprofits rely on donations to fund their programs.
• She volunteers at several local nonprofits on weekends.
• The city council met with representatives from various nonprofits.
• Nonprofits must file annual reports with the IRS.
• Environmental nonprofits are working to protect the wetlands.
• The foundation provides grants to educational nonprofits.
• Small nonprofits often struggle with limited resources.