Needs Assessment and Program Design Flashcards
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What is the primary purpose of a needs assessment in a grant proposal?
Answer: To document the gap between current conditions and desired outcomes
A needs assessment documents the gap between the current situation and the desired state, providing evidence that justifies the need for funding.
Which data source is most commonly used to support a community needs assessment in a US grant proposal?
Answer: US Census Bureau data
US Census Bureau data is widely accepted by funders as a credible, publicly available source for demographic and socioeconomic community statistics.
A logic model in grant writing is best described as:
Answer: A visual framework linking inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes
A logic model visually maps the relationship between program resources, activities, and the short- and long-term outcomes a project aims to achieve.
What does the term 'theory of change' refer to in grant writing?
Answer: An explanation of how and why a program will achieve its intended outcomes
A theory of change explains the assumptions and causal pathways that connect a program's activities to its long-term goals.
When conducting a needs assessment, what does 'primary data' refer to?
Answer: Data collected directly by the applicant through surveys, interviews, or focus groups
Primary data is original information gathered first-hand by the applicant, such as through surveys, community interviews, or focus groups.
In a needs statement, statistics should be presented:
Answer: With specific citations to credible, current sources
All statistics in a needs statement must be cited with credible, recent sources to establish credibility and allow funders to verify the claims.