Youth will develop a collaborative definition of "community" and realize the unique attributes of their community.

Students investigate and share information about environmental organizations to compare and contrast how the three sectors differ in their purposes, goals and achievements.

Students research and present on the effectiveness of a modern environmental nonprofit of their choosing. They reflect on their personal commitment to addressing environmental issues financially or with action. 

Students will learn to identify nonprofit organizations within their communities.

Jane Addams is a model philanthropist in action, improving many situations through volunteerism and advocacy, not only in the city of Chicago, but also at state, national and international levels.

Participants learn about different types of foundations and how they work toward improving the common good.

Young people identify examples of philanthropy in a classic piece of literature. Note: One handout has Biblical applications of the storyline. 

In this second lesson about Jane Addams, we learn about the impact of her philanthropic work and connect it to the needs of our communities today. Young people discuss voluntary actions they can take inspired by Jane Addams.