CNE Financial Management & Fundraising

Question 1

What is the primary goal of nonprofit financial management?

Accepted Answer

Ensuring effective use of resources.

Answer

Maximizing profits.

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Minimizing expenses only.

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Avoiding audits.

Question 2

Which financial statement provides a snapshot of an organization’s assets and liabilities?

Accepted Answer

Balance sheet.

Answer

Income statement.

Answer

Cash flow statement.

Answer

Budget report.

Question 3

What is a key characteristic of a successful fundraising campaign?

Accepted Answer

Clear goals and donor engagement.

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Vague goals.

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No communication with donors.

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Ignoring donor feedback.

Question 4

Which budgeting method is commonly used in nonprofits?

Accepted Answer

Zero-based budgeting.

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Incremental budgeting.

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Fixed budgeting.

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Flexible budgeting.

Question 5

What is donor stewardship?

Accepted Answer

Maintaining relationships and showing appreciation.

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Soliciting new donors.

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Ignoring donor feedback.

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Cutting fundraising costs.

Question 6

Which tool helps track and manage donor information?

Accepted Answer

Donor management system.

Answer

Spreadsheet.

Answer

Accounting software only.

Answer

Email marketing platform only.

Question 7

What is a restricted fund in nonprofit finance?

Accepted Answer

Funds designated for specific uses.

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Funds without donor restrictions.

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Funds used for general expenses.

Answer

Funds held in savings accounts only.

Question 8

Which financial ratio indicates liquidity in nonprofits?

Accepted Answer

Current ratio.

Answer

Debt to equity ratio.

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Return on investment.

Answer

Profit margin.

Question 9

Why is transparency important in nonprofit financial management?

Accepted Answer

It builds trust and accountability.

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It hides financial problems.

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It delays reporting.

Answer

It reduces fundraising.