c3

A form of 501(c)(3) — An organization that complies with section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. federal tax code. A non-profit organization exempt from some federal income taxes, due to being dedicated to charitable, religious, educational, scientific, public safety, promotion of amateur sport at the national or international level, prevention of cruelty to women or children or animals, or literary purposes.

Meanings

c31

nounc3 (plural c3s)

plural c3s

  1. abbreviationellipsisEllipsis of 501(c)(3)

C32

nounC3 (uncountable)
  1. abbreviationinitialismuncountablegovernmentInitialism of command, control, and communications.
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