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Students learn about the power of collaboration, especially in the world of philanthropy. They will discuss: Why would someone want to work with others? What skills and attributes does it require to be a servant leader?
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Unit: From Passion to Career: Leadership Paths
Unit: Introduction to Philanthropy
Grades:
6
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Inspired by stories of service, young people define philanthropy concepts and actions. They brainstorm acts of kindness and determine how they will contribute to the common good.
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Unit: Exploring the Timeline of US Philanthropy
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The Free Breakfast for Children Program of the 1960s exemplified mutual aid and differed from traditional charity while still being a form of philanthropy. We discover and learn how the people of a community most affected by issues, including young people, are sometimes the most able to...
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Young people identify examples of philanthropy in a classic piece of literature. Note: One handout has Biblical applications of the storyline.
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Unit: Philanthropy and You
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Explore the meaning of philanthropy through a Native American legend.
Unit: Philanthropy 101 Course of The Westminster Schools
Grades:
11
12
To give students time to reflect on the course of study each week and to encourage them to begin thinking of how to best make a monetary donation to an effective organization.
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Grades:
11
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To identify the intersection between students’ passions, community needs and the effectiveness of organizations selected.
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Unit: What Is a Youth Advisory Committee?
Grades:
3
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Read and compare a variety of literature to explore motivations and impact of young people taking action and helping others. We recognize that we all have time, treasures and/or talents to share.
Unit: Dear Philanthropist
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Based on researched information, participants write a bio-poem about a philanthropist.
Unit: Disaster Relief - You Can Count On Me! (3-5)
Grades:
3
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5
This lesson introduces learners to taking personal action to respond to a crisis or disaster. They learn vocabulary terms spend, save, and donate, as well as the definition of philanthropy (giving time, talent, and treasure, and taking action for the common good).