Michigan Purposes of Nonprofit Corporations refer to the activities that a nonprofit corporation is legally allowed to engage in, in the state of Michigan. There are four primary types of Michigan Purposes of Nonprofit Corporations: charitable, educational, scientific, and religious. Charitable Purposes refer to activities that are of a public benefit, such as providing food or shelter to the needy, providing medical care, or providing assistance to those in need. Educational Purposes include activities that are aimed at teaching or learning, such as establishing and maintaining an educational institution or providing educational services. Scientific Purposes refer to activities that are related to research and development, such as conducting scientific experiments or establishing a laboratory. Religious Purposes refer to activities that are related to religion, such as holding religious services or providing religious instruction. Michigan Purposes of Nonprofit Corporations also include activities that are related to the promotion of culture, art, science, and sports. Additionally, they may also include activities that are related to the general welfare of the public, such as providing public services or acting as a public advocate.