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6
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Participants read about the philanthropic traditions of early African-American culture and place the values of giving in a hierarchy circle.
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Unit: Road Less Traveled
Unit: What Is a Youth Advisory Committee?
Grades:
3
4
5
Together, the participants write a grant proposal to request funds to complete an identified service project.
Unit: We the Kids - The Three Branches and Me
Grades:
3
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5
Participants analyze the essential qualities of the Core Democratic Values and how these values are evident in relationships and behavior in a classroom/group and in the community/nation.
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Grades:
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Participants learn about different types of foundations and how they work toward improving the common good.
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Unit: Courage of the Heart
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Grades:
6
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Participants learn about the scientific contributions of African American inventors and scientists today and in the past.
Unit: Writers as Activists
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Grades:
9
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Students identify causes they care about and related nonprofits or community resources. They use writing as a tool to make a difference, using persuasive writing techniques.
Unit: Watershed S.O.S.
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Grades:
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Through observation of the water cycle, we discuss the importance of water as a nonrenewable resource. Why is being a good steward of this resource an example of acting for the Common Good?
Unit: Roots of Philanthropy (Elementary)
Grades:
2
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Youth Activity: This energizer activity helps youth recognize the word philanthropy and gain comfort pronouncing it through fun and active participation.
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Unit: Refugees: Finding a Place
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K
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Participants learn what it is like to be a refugee through pictures, video, and stories. They build empathy and do an activity that simulates choices refugees must make.
Unit: Roots of Philanthropy (Teen)
Grades:
6
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This energizer activity provides a fast and fun way to learn about the word philanthropy and its meaning.
"My friends are much more likely to get involved if word gets out that what we are doing is fun. We need to get that message out. We need to be the messengers."
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