The non-profit status is a fundamental characteristic of museums as public institutions and a prerequisite for receiving policy benefits and social support. However,non-state-owned museum often exhibit private attributes,raising issues regarding their non-profit status. These issues manifest in the verification of property rights at registration,the control of financial surplus during operations,and asset disposal upon closure. Ensuring the non-profit nature of non-state-owned museums is vital to for their sustainable develop-ment. Strengthened government oversight and adherence to the social role of non-profit institutions are essential,alongside developing mechanism for long-term organic growth.
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