### Question
How does the law define private nonprofit organization?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 11360*, **private nonprofit organization** is defined as:

> an organization—


(A) no part of the net earnings of which inures to the benefit of any member, founder, contributor, or individual

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11360*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part A-General Provisions**

