CED CED Community Engagement & Advocacy

Question 1

What is a 'logic model' in the context of a nonprofit program?

Accepted Answer

A visual framework linking inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes

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A financial projection tool

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A board governance document

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A marketing strategy diagram

Question 2

In advocacy, what is a 'call to action' (CTA)?

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A specific request asking supporters to contact legislators or take a defined step

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A fundraising appeal letter

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A press release announcing a new program

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A board resolution supporting a policy position

Question 3

What distinguishes 'lobbying' from 'advocacy' for a 501(c)(3) nonprofit?

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Lobbying is direct attempts to influence legislation while advocacy is broader public education and awareness

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Advocacy is illegal for nonprofits while lobbying is permitted

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They are legally identical under IRS rules

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Lobbying applies only to state law while advocacy applies only to federal law

Question 4

What is 'coalition building' in nonprofit advocacy?

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Forming alliances with other organizations to amplify collective impact on shared policy goals

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Merging with a competing nonprofit

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Hiring a lobbying firm

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Building a donor advisory council

Question 5

What is a 'needs assessment' in community engagement?

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A systematic process to identify gaps between current conditions and desired outcomes in a community

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A financial audit of community programs

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A survey of volunteer satisfaction

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An evaluation of board performance

Question 6

In community outreach, what does 'asset-based community development' (ABCD) emphasize?

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Building on existing community strengths and resources rather than focusing on deficits

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Seeking external government funding

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Addressing community problems through top-down planning

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Prioritizing infrastructure investment over social programs