Grant Writing Funder Research and Alignment Questions and Answers Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of conducting a 'funding landscape analysis' before writing a grant proposal?
Answer: To identify which funders are actively supporting similar work and assess competitive positioning
A funding landscape analysis maps active funders in your area of work and helps you understand where your proposal fits relative to other funded projects.
Which of the following is the BEST indicator that a funder would be receptive to your proposal?
Answer: They have recently funded organizations with similar missions and program sizes
A track record of funding similar organizations demonstrates both interest in your program area and comfort with organizations at your scale.
When a funder lists 'capacity building' as a priority area, what does this typically mean for alignment purposes?
Answer: They fund projects that strengthen an organization's internal systems, skills, or infrastructure
Capacity building in philanthropy refers to investments that help organizations improve their operational effectiveness, leadership, technology, or other foundational capabilities.
Why is it important to review a funder's list of current board members during prospect research?
Answer: Board members may have connections to your organization or reveal the funder's values and networks
A funder's board composition can reveal institutional values, professional networks, and potential personal connections that may strengthen your approach.
What is the MOST appropriate action when you discover that a funder's priorities have recently shifted away from your program area?
Answer: Remove them from your active prospect list and revisit during future research cycles
Pursuing funders whose priorities no longer align with your work wastes resources and can damage your credibility with that funder for future opportunities.
Which approach to funder cultivation is considered MOST ethical and effective?
Answer: Building genuine relationships based on shared goals and transparent communication
Ethical funder cultivation centers on honest relationship-building around authentic shared interests, which creates trust and long-term partnership potential.