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Non-profit organizations

Abbreviated as NGO, and also known as not-for-profit organisation; an organisation that does not distribute its surplus capital to shareholders or owners, but instead uses them to pursue its original goals.They are usually exempt from income and property tax and most often include charitable organisations, trade unions and public arts organisations.

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luminaires

Advertising; Billboard advertising

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shamble

Sports; Golf

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Consumer electronics; Video camera

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dash number

Rubber; Seals

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Sports; Archery

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Sports; Baseball

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Aviation; Airport

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