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


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1472*, **local nonprofit organization** is defined as:

> a nonprofit organization that—


(I) has a broad based board reflecting various interests in the community or trade area

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1472*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 8-LOW-INCOME HOUSING > SUBCHAPTER III-FARM HOUSING**

