### Question
How is the "grantmaking entity" defined?


### Answer
The term **grantmaking entity** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 12541* as follows -

> a qualified organization that—


(A) submits an application under section 12544(a) of this title to make grants to qualified organizations

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 12541*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 129-NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER I-NATIONAL AND COMMUNITY SERVICE STATE GRANT PROGRAM > Division B-School-Based and Community-Based Service-Learning Programs > Part I-Serve-America Programs > subpart b-community-based service programs for school-age youth**

