### Question
How is the term community service defined?


### Answer
The term **community service** is defined in *20 U.S.C. § 1137a* as the following:

> planned, supervised services designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly community residents with low income, or to assist in the solution of particular problems related to the needs of such residents

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1137a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 27-NATIONAL VOCATIONAL STUDENT LOAN INSURANCE > SUBCHAPTER XI-COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS > Part B-Innovative Projects > subpart 1-innovative projects for community service**

