Proposal Writing Training Writing A Grant Proposal 2

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of a 'needs statement' in a grant proposal?

Accepted Answer

To document the problem or gap the project will address

Answer

The needs statement documents the specific problem or gap in services that the proposed project will address, providing justification for funding.

Question 2

When writing grant proposal objectives, they should follow the SMART criteria. What does the 'M' in SMART stand for?

Accepted Answer

Measurable

Answer

In SMART objectives, 'M' stands for Measurable, meaning progress toward the objective can be quantified and tracked.

Question 3

A logic model in a grant proposal is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A visual framework linking inputs, activities, outputs, and outcomes

Answer

A logic model is a visual tool that shows the logical relationships between resources, planned activities, and expected outcomes of a project.

Question 4

Which section of a grant proposal typically describes HOW the project will be carried out?

Accepted Answer

Program narrative / Methods section

Answer

The program narrative or methods section details the specific activities, strategies, and timeline for how the project will be implemented.

Question 5

What is 'matching funds' or 'cost sharing' in the context of a grant proposal?

Accepted Answer

The applicant's contribution of resources to complement the grant award

Answer

Cost sharing or matching funds refers to the portion of project costs that the applicant contributes from its own or other non-grant sources.

Proposal Writing Training Practice Test