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nonprofit

[non-prof-it] / nɒnˈprɒf ɪt /
ADJECTIVE
not for profit
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The nonprofit Union of Concerned Scientists says it expects a coordinated campaign to target both the report and its individual authors.

From Barron's Jul. 15, 2026

One nonprofit in Dallas reported that demand for food assistance is now higher than it was in 2008 during the financial crisis or in 2020 during the pandemic.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

Both men and women produce testosterone, a hormone that helps men grow hair, height and muscle and helps support female energy levels and bone strength, according to the Cleveland Clinic, a nonprofit academic medical center.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 15, 2026

Disclosure: Equality Texas and Fox News have been financial supporters of The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan news organization that is funded in part by donations from members, foundations and corporate sponsors.

From Salon Jul. 15, 2026

They had a long talk about Lilienthal’s efforts to promote disarmament through the nonprofit Twentieth Century Fund.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik

Many nonprofits reported that they are struggling with tight budgets, making it difficult to meet the growing needs of their communities, the Boston Fed said.

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

Two beneficiaries are nonprofits founded by his wife, Jennifer Siebel: the Representation Project and the California Partners Project.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 26, 2026

Some foundations pledged to give more because of government spending cuts to nonprofits, “so that element is in the mix,” says Bergdoll.

From Barron's Jun. 26, 2026

In total, the Dodgers donated $1.1 million, representatives for California Community Foundation and Labor Community Services — the two nonprofits that received the funds — told The Times.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

Many nonprofits consumed 20 to 25 percent of their donations for overhead.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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