CNE Grant Writing & Compliance

Question 1

What is the most critical element of a successful grant proposal?

Accepted Answer

Clearly aligning the project with the funder's priorities

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Complex academic language

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Requesting maximum allowable amount

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Extensive organizational history

Question 2

What does a logic model demonstrate in a grant proposal?

Accepted Answer

Causal relationships between inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes

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Financial statements

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Board qualifications

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Timeline for spending

Question 3

Which compliance requirement applies to most federal grants?

Accepted Answer

Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200)

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State sales tax exemption only

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Annual shareholder reporting

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Patent registration for deliverables

Question 4

What is an indirect cost rate in grant budgeting?

Accepted Answer

A negotiated rate covering overhead like facilities and administration

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Percentage allocated to direct services

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Interest on unspent funds

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Expected return on investment

Question 5

What is the purpose of a grant closeout process?

Accepted Answer

Finalize all financial and programmatic reporting for compliance

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Begin applying for next cycle

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Distribute remaining funds as bonuses

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Terminate the funder relationship

Question 6

Why track in-kind contributions in grant management?

Accepted Answer

They demonstrate community support and may count toward matching requirements

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They reduce tax liability

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Required only for grants over $500K

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They replace cash contributions