Question 1

Nonprofit organizations cannot receive contracts from local governments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Researchers have found that performance-based contracts have increased the power of nonprofit ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  clients 
B)  volunteers 
C)  boards of directors 
D)  chief executive officers 
A)  clients 
B)  volunteers 
C)  boards of directors 
D)  chief executive officers D

Question 3

Compare and contrast the terms "grant writing" and "proposal writing."

Accepted Answer

Grant writing and proposal writing are both important skills in the field of fundraising and securing funding for projects, but they have some key differences.

Grant writing specifically refers to the process of applying for grants from government agencies, foundations, or other organizations. This involves researching potential funding sources, understanding their specific requirements and guidelines, and crafting a persuasive proposal that outlines the project or program to be funded, its goals, objectives, and expected outcomes, and a detailed budget. Grant writing often requires a specific format and may involve a lengthy and competitive application process.

On the other hand, proposal writing is a broader term that can encompass a variety of written documents used to secure funding or support for a project. This can include grant proposals, but also business proposals, project proposals, and other types of written requests for funding or support. Proposal writing may involve a more diverse set of skills, such as market research, financial analysis, and strategic planning, depending on the specific type of proposal being written.

In summary, while grant writing is a specific type of proposal writing focused on securing funding from grant-making organizations, proposal writing is a more general term that can encompass a wider range of written requests for support or funding. Both require strong writing and persuasive skills, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly communicate the value and potential impact of the proposed project or program.

Question 4

The trend toward pay-for-success contracts has increased the need for ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  policy analysts 
B)  for-profit corporations 
C)  government contractors 
D)  professional grant managers 
A)  policy analysts 
B)  for-profit corporations 
C)  government contractors 
D)  professional grant managers

Question 5

Identify and describe three opportunities that increase a nonprofit's opportunity for government support over a for-profit corporation.

Accepted Answer

1. Mission alignment: Nonprofit organiza

Question 6

In what decade were Medicare and Medicaid started?

Accepted Answer

A)  1960s 
B)  1970s 
C)  1980s 
D)  1990s 
A)  1960s 
B)  1970s 
C)  1980s 
D)  1990s

Question 7

Providing students federal funds to pay for college tuition is an example of a ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  merger 
B)  voucher 
C)  joint venture 
D)  charitable gift 
A)  merger 
B)  voucher 
C)  joint venture 
D)  charitable gift

Question 8

Compare and contrast the terms "grants" and "contracts."

Accepted Answer

Grants and contracts are both forms of f

Question 9

Investigate the patterns of support from the 1960s to the 1980s and discuss how they impacted government support to nonprofits.

Accepted Answer

The 1960s to the 1980s saw significant c

Question 10

Government funding made directly to an organization is called a/an ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  fee 
B)  grant 
C)  invoice 
D)  contract 
A)  fee 
B)  grant 
C)  invoice 
D)  contract

Question 11

Government funders favor ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  larger organizations over smaller ones 
B)  smaller organizations over larger ones 
C)  for-profits organizations over nonprofit organizations 
D)  religious organizations over nonreligious organizations 
A)  larger organizations over smaller ones 
B)  smaller organizations over larger ones 
C)  for-profits organizations over nonprofit organizations 
D)  religious organizations over nonreligious organizations

Question 12

The relationship between a nonprofit organization and a government funding source is considered to be complementary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The Urban Institute recommends government and nonprofit organizations collaborate to simplify the grant process by ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  standardizing reporting formats 
B)  involving the for-profit sector in the review process 
C)  improving public involvement in the review process 
D)  involving other nonprofit organizations in the review process 
A)  standardizing reporting formats 
B)  involving the for-profit sector in the review process 
C)  improving public involvement in the review process 
D)  involving other nonprofit organizations in the review process

Question 14

Which source of government funding listed below is a type of pay-for-success contract?

Accepted Answer

A)  block grant 
B)  fees for service 
C)  social impact bond 
D)  pay-for-success funding 
A)  block grant 
B)  fees for service 
C)  social impact bond 
D)  pay-for-success funding

Question 15

Identify four challenges a nonprofit faces when working with the government. Discuss methods the nonprofit can use to minimize those challenges.

Accepted Answer

Nonprofits often face several challenges

Question 16

A centralized resource providing access to over 1,000 federal grant programs is the ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  Grants.gov Internet site 
B)  Office of Management and Budget 
C)  Government Accountability Office 
D)  Governmentfunds.com Internet site 
A)  Grants.gov Internet site 
B)  Office of Management and Budget 
C)  Government Accountability Office 
D)  Governmentfunds.com Internet site

Question 17

The term "performance based" in a contract means the ______.

Accepted Answer

A)  payment is made through the use of vouchers 
B)  grant recipient is not required to show measurable outcomes 
C)  payment and renewal of the grant are contingent on meeting outcome goals 
D)  grant recipient must demonstrate performance outcomes before receiving a grant 
A)  payment is made through the use of vouchers 
B)  grant recipient is not required to show measurable outcomes 
C)  payment and renewal of the grant are contingent on meeting outcome goals 
D)  grant recipient must demonstrate performance outcomes before receiving a grant

Question 18

Nonprofit organizations cannot combine government funds with private funds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which federal statute provides guidance regarding the issuing of grants and contracts?

Accepted Answer

A)  Federal Grant and Contract Act of 1958 
B)  Federal Grant and Cooperative Act of 1977 
C)  Federal Guide for Issuing Grants and Contracts 
D)  Office of Management and Budget Grant and Contract Guidelines 
A)  Federal Grant and Contract Act of 1958 
B)  Federal Grant and Cooperative Act of 1977 
C)  Federal Guide for Issuing Grants and Contracts 
D)  Office of Management and Budget Grant and Contract Guidelines

Question 20

Identify and explain Hall's six criteria for evaluating grant opportunities.

Accepted Answer

Hall's six criteria for evaluating grant

Nonprofit organizations cannot receive contracts from local governments.

Researchers have found that performance-based contracts have increased the power of nonprofit ______.

Compare and contrast the terms "grant writing" and "proposal writing."

The trend toward pay-for-success contracts has increased the need for ______.

Identify and describe three opportunities that increase a nonprofit's opportunity for government support over a for-profit corporation.

In what decade were Medicare and Medicaid started?

Providing students federal funds to pay for college tuition is an example of a ______.

Compare and contrast the terms "grants" and "contracts."

Investigate the patterns of support from the 1960s to the 1980s and discuss how they impacted government support to nonprofits.

Government funding made directly to an organization is called a/an ______.

Government funders favor ______.

The relationship between a nonprofit organization and a government funding source is considered to be complementary.

The Urban Institute recommends government and nonprofit organizations collaborate to simplify the grant process by ______.

Which source of government funding listed below is a type of pay-for-success contract?

Identify four challenges a nonprofit faces when working with the government. Discuss methods the nonprofit can use to minimize those challenges.

A centralized resource providing access to over 1,000 federal grant programs is the ______.

The term "performance based" in a contract means the ______.

Nonprofit organizations cannot combine government funds with private funds.

Which federal statute provides guidance regarding the issuing of grants and contracts?

Identify and explain Hall's six criteria for evaluating grant opportunities.

Nonprofit Management As a Profession and a Field of Study

Overview of the Nonprofit Sector

Theories of the Nonprofit Sector and Nonprofit Organizations

Nonprofit Governing Boards

Executive Leadership

Ensuring Accountability and Measuring Performance

Developing Strategy, Building Capacity, and Managing Risk

Collaborations, Partnerships, and Mergers

Managing Staff and Service Volunteers

Marketing and Communications

Advocacy and Lobbying

Financial Management

Philanthropic Fundraising

Social Enterprise and Earned Income

Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Governing and Managing International and Global Organizations

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Exam 15: Government Grants and Contracts

Nonprofit organizations cannot receive contracts from local governments.

Researchers have found that performance-based contracts have increased the power of nonprofit ______.

Compare and contrast the terms "grant writing" and "proposal writing."

The trend toward pay-for-success contracts has increased the need for ______.

Identify and describe three opportunities that increase a nonprofit's opportunity for government support over a for-profit corporation.

In what decade were Medicare and Medicaid started?

Providing students federal funds to pay for college tuition is an example of a ______.

Compare and contrast the terms "grants" and "contracts."

Investigate the patterns of support from the 1960s to the 1980s and discuss how they impacted government support to nonprofits.

Government funding made directly to an organization is called a/an ______.

Government funders favor ______.

The relationship between a nonprofit organization and a government funding source is considered to be complementary.

The Urban Institute recommends government and nonprofit organizations collaborate to simplify the grant process by ______.

Which source of government funding listed below is a type of pay-for-success contract?

Identify four challenges a nonprofit faces when working with the government. Discuss methods the nonprofit can use to minimize those challenges.

A centralized resource providing access to over 1,000 federal grant programs is the ______.

The term "performance based" in a contract means the ______.

Nonprofit organizations cannot combine government funds with private funds.

Which federal statute provides guidance regarding the issuing of grants and contracts?

Identify and explain Hall's six criteria for evaluating grant opportunities.

Nonprofit Management As a Profession and a Field of Study

Overview of the Nonprofit Sector

Theories of the Nonprofit Sector and Nonprofit Organizations

Nonprofit Governing Boards

Executive Leadership

Ensuring Accountability and Measuring Performance

Developing Strategy, Building Capacity, and Managing Risk

Collaborations, Partnerships, and Mergers

Managing Staff and Service Volunteers

Marketing and Communications

Advocacy and Lobbying

Financial Management

Philanthropic Fundraising

Social Enterprise and Earned Income

Social Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Governing and Managing International and Global Organizations

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