A not-for-profit organisation is an organisation that does not operate for the profit or gain - either directly or indirectly - of its individual members. It can still make a profit, but this must be used to carry out its purposes and must not be distributed to owners, members or other private people.
Not-for-profit organisations and charities can operate under a variety of structures. However, for many small organisations establishing an incorporated association is a relatively simple and inexpensive option.
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Induction package for non-profit administrators – Australian Taxation Office (ATO)
Premier's Community Initiatives Fund - Department of the Premier and Cabinet