### Question
How does the law define charitable organizations?


### Answer
Under *2 U.S.C. § 60e*, **charitable organizations** is defined as:

> national voluntary health and welfare agencies designated by the Director of the Office of Personnel Management pursuant to Executive Order 10927, dated March 19, 1961

#### Citation:
  - *2 U.S.C. § 60e*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 3-COMPENSATION AND ALLOWANCES OF MEMBERS**

