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Public Charities

Nonprofit organizations that derive their funding or support primarily from a broad segment of the general public to carry out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare; and are exempt from federal income tax as allowed for charitable organizations according to Canada Revenue Agency. Public charities are the recipients of most foundation and corporate grants, and some also provide grants.

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