Homework Content
Complete the following concept check. You have unlimited attempts, and your highest score will be recorded. After the concept check, identify concepts you need to review.
Question 1
4 Points
Which of the following are components of the organizational background section of a grant proposal? Select all that apply.
The history of the organization, including when it was founded
The demographics of the community served, followed by the ways in which both the board members and the staff reflect those demographics
Descriptions of innovative programs or special services that the organization provides, as well as any awards, credentials, and/or special recognition
Explanations of the type of funding support needed for each component of the program
Question 2
4 Points
Which of the following is the main purpose of the executive summary of a grant proposal?
To outline the timeline and a plan of action for completing project tasks
To tell a story of the costs and funding support involved in each step of the project
To highlight the strongest elements of the proposal and entice the funder to want to read the full proposal
To explain how project success for each of the objectives listed will be evaluated
Question 3
4 Points
True or false? Grant applications for public funding may require an executive summary that can sometimes be called a proposal abstract. If this funding is awarded, the proposal abstract often becomes the published description of the project for websites and the media.
True
False
Question 4
4 Points
Which of the following are required to submit grant proposals for federal funding? Select all that apply.
A unique, nine-character DUNS (Data Universal Numbers System) number used to identify your organization and track how federal money is allocated
Registration with SAM (System for Awards Management), the web-based, government-wide application that stores federal grant and contract information
An account with grants.gov
A proven track record of successful grant projects with other organizations
Question 5
4 Points
A typical foundation will receive multiple grant requests for every funding cycle. On average, what percentage of the total requests are likely to receive grants in each cycle?
5% to 10%
10% to 20%
20% to 25%
25% to 30%
Category: Grant Writing And Funding
A grant writer will regularly reflect on decisions made during the grant writing process to determine how to improve for future projects.
The process of applying for a grant is arduous and tedious. A grant application pulls together both the quantitative aspects of your project, such as the budget and timeline, and the qualitative description of your goals and outcomes. Not all grant proposals result in success, but when they do, they can serve as examples to inform future decisions. In this discussion, you reflect on the process of creating a grant application and the professional applications of the skill of grant writing.
Choose one of the following prompts to respond to:
How might understanding the grant writing process be helpful to you in your career or to your organization? Which personal strengths helped you during this process? Which skills might you need to develop to grow as a grant writer? How might you explain your understanding to an employer who asks about your grant writing experience?
What are your reflections on the overall process of developing a criminal justice initiative to address a problem, finding a funding source, and writing a grant application? Which professional organizations offer resources to aspiring grant writers? What advice would you give to someone who wants to become a grant writer?
Homework Content
Which of the following questions should be answered by the strategies component of your grant proposal? Select all that apply.
Is it clear who will perform specific activities?
Do the credentials and/or experience of the designated individuals demonstrate that they are appropriate to carry out the activities of the program?
Who should be billed for unexpected costs or changes in pricing?
Is there a logical explanation for the timing and order of project activities
True or false? The first step in planning for sustainability is to assess whether continuation of a service, program, or organization is warranted.
True
False
According to Step 7 of the textbook, which of the following hints would be helpful to follow when seeking funding from a foundation? Select all that apply.
Identify your needs.
Analyze your audience.
Compile story components.
Write out your request.
Why do funders pay much more attention to sustainability than grant writers may suspect?
They intend to solicit other agencies involved in the project for their own programs.
It’s their legal obligation to be sure that they aren’t overlapping with public funding initiatives.
Funders want the organization or project to continue to succeed beyond the influence of their funding.
All funders are concerned about the global and environmental impact of their projects.
True or false? A vague sustainability statement that future funding will be sourced from a mix of supporters is usually acceptable to persuade funders of the long-term feasibility of the program.
True
False
Homework Content
As an old saying goes, “Plan the work and work the plan.” Every successfully funded initiative starts with a well-thought-out plan of action that shares with the funding agency the vision for accomplishing the work. This component of a grant proposal is a plan aligned with project goals and objectives that outlines the activities that will need to be completed, as well as identifies the people and time needed for success. Planning these resources will help you as you build your budget.
In this assignment, you develop a timeline of activities and a project management plan of the resources involved with the project. You will include these components in the Wk 5 Summative Assessment: Grant Proposal.
Assignment Deliverable
Write a 525- to 700-word summary of the plan for accomplishing your criminal justice initiative as if you were a grant writer seeking approval from the Chief or other designated officer for including the plan in a grant proposal.
Create a timeline of key activities and tasks for the initiative. You may use a list, a table, or a spreadsheet to show the items in the timeline. Include the following for each activity or task in the timeline:
Determine the duration of the individual activity and any sub-activities.
Allocate a key staff individual or key staff role to the activity and identify any relevant partnerships or collaboration associated.
Denote materials or resources needed for the activity or task.
Submit your summary and timeline for your assignment.