### Question
How is the term private nonprofit organization defined?


### Answer
The term **private nonprofit organization** is defined in *42 U.S.C. § 11351* as the following:

> 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. § 11351*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 119-HOMELESS ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER III-FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FOOD AND SHELTER PROGRAM > Part C-General Provisions**

