Grant Writing MCQ Flashcards
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Which section of a grant proposal most directly addresses the 'why' — establishing that a problem exists and justifying the need for funding?
Answer: Statement of Need / Needs Assessment
The Statement of Need uses data and evidence to demonstrate the severity of the problem the project will address.
A 'sole-source' or 'non-competitive' grant is one where:
Answer: Funds are awarded to a specific recipient without a competitive review process
Sole-source grants bypass competition and are awarded directly to a named recipient, often due to unique qualifications or emergency circumstances.
Under 2 CFR Part 200 (Uniform Guidance), which principle governs how costs may be charged to federal grants?
Answer: Costs must be allowable, allocable, and reasonable
The Uniform Guidance requires that costs charged to federal awards be allowable under the program, allocable to the project, and reasonable in amount.
Letters of support from community partners are most valuable in a grant proposal when they:
Answer: Specifically describe the partner's role in the project and the resources they will contribute
Strong letters of support are specific about the partner's commitment, describing concrete roles and contributions rather than general endorsements.
When a grant proposal references 'evidence-based practices,' this means the proposed intervention:
Answer: Is supported by rigorous research demonstrating its effectiveness
Evidence-based practices are approaches validated through scientific research, often randomized controlled trials or systematic reviews.
A grant 'closeout' report typically requires the grantee to submit:
Answer: Final financial and programmatic reports demonstrating how funds were used and outcomes achieved
Closeout reports document final expenditures and program results, certifying that grant requirements were fulfilled.
Which strategy is most effective for writing a compelling executive summary in a grant proposal?
Answer: Write it last, summarizing the key points of the completed proposal in 1-2 paragraphs
Writing the executive summary last ensures it accurately reflects the final proposal content and serves as a concise overview for busy reviewers.