### Question
What is the definition of victim service provider?


### Answer
The definition of **victim service provider** is as follows in *42 U.S.C. § 11383*:

> a nonprofit, nongovernmental organization including rape crisis centers, battered women's shelters, domestic violence transitional housing programs, and other programs whose primary mission is to provide services to victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 11383*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER IV-HOUSING ASSISTANCE > Part C-Supportive Housing Program**

