### Question
How does the law define financial assistance?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 290kk*, **financial assistance** is defined as:

> a grant, cooperative agreement, or contract

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 290kk*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 6A-PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICE > SUBCHAPTER III&ndash;A-SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ADMINISTRATION > Part J-Services Provided Through Religious Organizations**

