FREE Grant Writing MCQ Question and Answers Flashcards

Which section of a grant proposal typically describes the specific activities and timeline for achieving project goals?

Answer: Methods or plan of operation

The methods or plan of operation section outlines the specific activities, timeline, and strategies for achieving the proposed project goals.

What is the primary purpose of a logic model in grant writing?

Answer: To visually map the relationship between resources, activities, and outcomes

A logic model is a visual tool that illustrates the logical connections between a program's resources, activities, outputs, and intended outcomes.

When a federal grant announcement specifies a cost-sharing requirement of 25%, what does this mean?

Answer: The applicant must contribute 25% of the total project cost from non-federal sources

A 25% cost-sharing requirement means the applicant organization must provide matching funds or in-kind contributions equal to 25% of the total project cost.

Which of the following best describes a memorandum of understanding (MOU) included in a grant application?

Answer: A document outlining roles, responsibilities, and commitments of partnering organizations

An MOU is a formal agreement between partnering organizations that defines each party's roles, responsibilities, and contributions to the proposed project.

What does the term 'supplanting' mean in the context of federal grant funding?

Answer: Replacing existing non-federal funds with federal grant money for the same purpose

Supplanting occurs when an organization uses federal grant funds to replace existing funding rather than to provide additional or new services, which is typically prohibited.

Which element is most critical to include when writing measurable objectives in a grant proposal?

Answer: Specific quantifiable targets with defined timeframes

Measurable objectives must include specific quantifiable targets and defined timeframes so that progress and success can be objectively evaluated.