third sector (Q758)
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Activities of national and sub-national non-profit organizations, charities, and voluntary groups.
- voluntary sector
- community sector
- civic sector
- nonprofit
- not-for-profit
- charity
- charities
- philanthropic
- philanthropy
- voluntary sectors
- social sector
- civil society
- development aid
- CSO
- NGO
- NFP
- civil society organisation
- civil society organization
- non-governmental organisation
- non-governmental organization
- non-profit organisation
- non-profit organization
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | third sector |
Activities of national and sub-national non-profit organizations, charities, and voluntary groups. |
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Statements
Refers to non‐governmental, not‐for‐profit organisations that address social, cultural and environmental challenges. This sector covers charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises that rely on philanthropy, grants and volunteer support to deliver community services, advocacy and development initiatives.