CRS Grant Proposal Writing 5

Question 1

What is the purpose of a 'no-cost extension' (NCE) in grant management?

Accepted Answer

To extend the project period without additional funds when more time is needed to complete approved activities

Answer

An NCE extends the period of performance to allow grantees to complete project activities without requesting additional funding.

Question 2

Which of the following is the best strategy when writing a grant proposal for a foundation that focuses on equity and underserved populations?

Accepted Answer

Center the proposal around evidence of systemic disparities and describe how the project specifically addresses them

Answer

Equity-focused funders expect proposals that clearly document disparities affecting underserved populations and articulate targeted strategies to address them.

Question 3

In grant proposal budgets, what is the difference between 'direct costs' and 'total project costs'?

Accepted Answer

Direct costs cover project-specific expenses; total project costs equal direct costs plus indirect (F&A) costs

Answer

Total project costs are the sum of direct costs (project-specific expenses) and indirect costs (overhead), together representing the full cost of carrying out the project.

Question 4

What is a 'subaward' (subgrant) in a federally funded project?

Accepted Answer

An award made by a prime recipient to a subrecipient to carry out a portion of the federal award's program

Answer

A subaward is a legal agreement passing a portion of the federal award to a subrecipient who carries out part of the funded project's scope.

Question 5

Which practice best demonstrates an organization's sustainability plan within a grant proposal?

Accepted Answer

Identifying specific funding sources, revenue strategies, or institutional commitments that will maintain the project after the grant ends

Answer

Funders want evidence of concrete plans — diversified funding streams, earned revenue, or institutional absorption — not just an intention to sustain the project.

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CRS Grant Proposal Writing 5