### Question
What is the definition of local and private sector contribution?


### Answer
The definition of **local and private sector contribution** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 13851*:

> the funds available at the local level (by private financial institutions, State and local governments) or by any private philanthropic organization and private, nonprofit organizations that will be committed and used solely for the purpose of financing private business enterprises in conjunction with amounts provided under this part

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 13851*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 136-VIOLENT CRIME CONTROL AND LAW ENFORCEMENT > SUBCHAPTER II-CRIME PREVENTION > Part G-National Community Economic Partnership > subpart 3-miscellaneous provisions**

