Non-profit organization – NPO (definiton)
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A non-profit organization (NPO) is an incorporated organization which exists to serve a worthy cause, and from which its members do not benefit financially. NPOs are usually established with the objective to address a social need, rather than simply to provide a service to generate revenue.
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