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  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.