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social welfare organization
noun1 a nonprofit group that claims freedom from U.S. taxes under Section 501(c)(4) of the Internal Revenue Code; political activity cannot be the primary purpose the group, but some participation is allowed; sometimes used to shield the identity of donors from public scrutiny
The group is registered as a social welfare organization under Section 501(c)(4) of the federal tax code, meaning its primary activity cannot be related to political campaigns.— The New York Times
Unlike the Clinton Foundation, which is a charity, Onward Together will operate as a social welfare organization.— The Conversation