Participants research leaders who used the nonprofit sector as an alternative power structure to make positive changes in society. They will identify the Core Democratic Values that each leader focused on.
Young people demonstrate that gifts do not need to be purchased with money. The best gifts are things we do with our time and talent for someone else. They brainstorm "kindness" types of gifts, such as a service or a homemade creation. They make a gift of kindness certificates.
Young people convince others to take care of the beach or protect the Earth. They write an essay or make an advocacy poster.
This lesson is a reflection on the beach clean-up experience.
After researching the life and work of a chosen philanthropist from history, the learner takes on the role of that philanthropist in writing a letter back to the learner. In this letter, the philanthropist shares their motivations and feelings about their work, and compares and contrasts their work with the philanthropic work of the learner.
We explore the difference volunteers make in our world. Youth recognize that even they can volunteer and make a difference in their community.
Based on researched information, participants write a bio-poem about a philanthropist.
Learners recognize the value of nonprofit organizations and identify how nonprofits meet citizen needs when government can't.
Young people listen to a story, summarize the main idea, and then act it out together. They identify the theme of community and describe the benefits of cooperation for the common good.
Discuss when permission is needed in order to perform an act of philanthropy. Learn and practice a song about giving.