The term ‘non-profit organization’ refers to an organization that:
- Operates for the common good and not for generating individual wealth.
- Does not distribute its profits to individuals who control the organization such as its members, officers, directors, or trustees.
While a non-profit organization can make a profit, the profit it earns must be used toward the core missions of the organization and not towards any personal benefits.
Other differences between a ‘for-profit’ and a ‘non-profit’ organization
- Typically a non profit organization cannot issue stocks to its constituent members while a ‘for-profit’ organization can issue stocks/equity shares amongst its members. Quasi non-profit organizations like cooperatives can issue stocks to its members.
- If a non-profit is dissolved or liquidated, it can transfer its assets only to another non-profit organization. It cannot distribute the assets amongst its members. If a ‘for-profit’ organization is liquidated, the assets can be apportioned and distributed amongst its constituent members.
- A non-profit organization can seek tax exemption while a ‘for-profit’ organization is generally not exempted from paying taxes.
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While a non-profit organization can make a profit, the profit it earns must be used toward the core missions of the organization and not towards any personal benefits.
Other differences between a ‘for-profit’ and a ‘non-profit’ organization
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