This lesson is a celebration to culminate this intergenerational project. The children make a final visit to the senior center or retirement home where all the participants gather for a snack and a farewell celebration. The children read aloud and give their published Living History Books to...
Together, the participants write a grant proposal to request funds to complete an identified service project.
What does it mean to live philanthropically with our “treasure”? In what ways do we impact nature through purchasing decisions? Participants will develop their understanding of philanthropy and corporate social responsibility. Through researching the ways companies engage in...
We define the vocabulary in the definition of philanthropy through an original song with a familiar tune.
In this lesson, we analyze the Bill of Rights and explore the importance of the issues involved. We participate in a creative performance, singing and dancing to learn and teach the Bill of Rights. The performance may be planned for members of the community (younger children or senior...
Young people use their voice to speak up for injustice and take action for the common good.
To introduce students to the differences between businesses and nonprofit organizations and key terms used in each sector.
In this activity, the learners discuss and illustrate what it means to show respect for their personal identity, values, and emotions.
To learn about the different philosophies of three renowned philanthropists.
Image source: John D. Rockefeller in 1885. From Wikimedia Commons. Original source: Rockefeller Archive Center.