Which statement describes many NGOs best?

• A. They rely on government funding.
• B. They are not-for-profit and rely on volunteers.
• C. They operate only at the national level.
• D. They are for-profit organizations.

Answer: (B)

Non-governmental organizations are typically not-for-profit groups that rely on volunteers to advance social, environmental, or humanitarian goals. Their funding often comes from private donations and grants, and they reinvest any resources back into programs rather than distributing profits. NGOs can work locally, nationally, or internationally, so the idea that they operate only at the national level isn’t accurate, and being for-profit would contradict their mission. That's why the description of not-for-profit status and volunteer reliance best captures many NGOs.