Funder Research and Alignment Flashcards
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A nonprofit wants to research funders supporting workforce development in rural areas. Which database is BEST suited for identifying private foundation grants by geographic focus?
Answer: Candid (Foundation Directory Online)
Candid's Foundation Directory Online allows filtering by geographic focus, subject area, and grant size for private foundations.
When reviewing a funder's 990-PF tax form, which section reveals the actual grants awarded in the previous fiscal year?
Answer: Part XV (Supplementary Information)
Part XV of the 990-PF lists grants and contributions paid, showing actual recipients, amounts, and purposes.
A funder's guidelines state they do NOT fund 'individuals, political campaigns, or international organizations.' This language is an example of what?
Answer: Eligibility restrictions
Eligibility restrictions define which applicants or activities a funder explicitly excludes from consideration.
An organization discovers a foundation's average grant size is $15,000 but they plan to request $75,000. What is the BEST course of action?
Answer: Call the program officer to discuss fit before applying
Contacting the program officer before submitting allows you to gauge whether a larger-than-typical request is feasible and saves everyone time.
Which of the following BEST describes a 'theory of change' alignment check when researching funders?
Answer: Verifying the funder's stated outcomes match your program's intended impact
Theory of change alignment means the funder's desired long-term outcomes are congruent with the change your program aims to create.
A community foundation releases an RFP with a two-year funding cycle. What does this PRIMARILY mean for an applicant?
Answer: Funding and reporting obligations span two years
A two-year funding cycle means the grant period, deliverables, and reporting requirements extend across two consecutive years.
When building a prospect list, what does 'capacity alignment' refer to?
Answer: Ensuring your organization can actually manage and deliver on the grant if awarded
Capacity alignment means your organization has the staffing, systems, and infrastructure to execute the funded project successfully.