A non profit organization is a group organized for purposes other than generating profit and in which no part of the organization's income is distributed to its members, directors, or officers. A few eminent examples of non-profit organizations of India are CRY (Child Rights and You), GOONJ, Help Age India, Give Foundation and various others. Are Nonprofits Allowed to Make Money? The short answer to this question is: "Yes, absolutely!" How nonprofit organizations make money to live and grow is certainly important. The important restriction that applies is that these organizations are not permitted to distribute their funds to any private individual.