Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

recharter

verb

/riːˈtʃɑːrtər/

Definition

To renew or extend the charter of an organization or institution.

Examples

The school board decided to recharter the local community center to better serve the needs of families.
After several years of operation, the nonprofit needed to recharter in order to expand its services.

Meaning

Rechartering involves updating the legal document that defines the rights and responsibilities of an organization, often done to reflect changes in governance or operational scope.