### Question
How does the law define community service?


### Answer
Under *20 U.S.C. § 1137a*, **community service** is defined as:

> planned, supervised services designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly community residents with low income, or to assist in the solution of particular problems related to the needs of such residents

#### Citation:
  - *20 U.S.C. § 1137a*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 28-HIGHER EDUCATION RESOURCES AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE > SUBCHAPTER XI-COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS > Part B-Innovative Projects > subpart 1-innovative projects for community service**

