by Afsoon Mohseni and Brenna Albritton
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by Afsoon Mohseni and Brenna Albritton
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Authored by Seda Arzumanyan
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White Papers provide abbreviated snapshots of significant concepts, people, and organizations related to philanthropy. They are appropriate for teens and adults interested in learning more about philanthropy.
In this activity, participants use critical thinking to deconstruct an issue they care about. They identify a problem, explore the root causes and effects, and research who the experts are. This is a great way to build community, use creative expression, and come up with different approaches to the next best steps in the service-learning process.
by Alan Lally
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Written by Uzma Mirza
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Video Clip and Discussion Guide: Examine the relationship between taxes and nonprofits with this video and discussion guide. Nonprofit organizations are exempt from paying certain taxes because foundations and charities do work that benefits the public.
Video Clip and Discussion Guide: A Ugandan refugee started the Global Soap Project when he saw a need in the refugee community and found a simple, sustainable solution. This inspirational video clip shows how a nonprofit navigates challenges to address a need with available resources and volunteers.
The activities described here are linked at the bottom of this page to help learners get to know their community and the resources there. They also help students take action to address a need and then reflect on the service-learning process.