In civil society, different people come together to form community. While differences may cause conflict, for the sake of the common good, we practice empathy and respect for others. Students respond to scenarios of differences in opinion. They learn to communicate respectfully with someone of a...
To introduce students to the grantmaking process (through a Harvard Business School case study) using all of the concepts learned in class this semester.
To create student awareness about philanthropy in daily life throughout the world using a variety of topics and sources.
To continue the study of philanthropist Andrew Carnegie’s influence on American culture.
To learn how to conduct research and dedicate time to learning about nonprofit organizations, philanthropists, assessment of nonprofit effectiveness, social causes and issues, and related topics. Research time is scheduled periodically.
To bring awareness to the importance of partnerships between nonprofit organizations, businesses, and government agencies and how they can work together.
To reflect on what students learned from this philanthropy class and to gather their feedback on the class experience.
Students learn facts about hunger and food insecurity and understand the three stages of hunger.
Students explore how charity and philanthropy address hunger and poverty.
Students will research a food program and write an essay.