Timelines show progression of events and may be used for planning, to learn from history, or to document events in a life. Students examine different timelines and create a timeline to plan the life of their student-run foundation.
To develop a basic understanding about the role of philanthropy in the history of the United States
Create a past, present, and future timeline of personal philanthropy. ...
Participants become familiar with philanthropy-related terms and a variety of philanthropy in the past. We consider the impact of people who contribute in large and small ways to the health of the community....
The purpose of this lesson is to help students become aware that their city has changed over the years—in some ways for the better and other ways for the worse. Students analyze why preserving old buildings is important enough to some people that they give their time, talent, and treasure. They...
This lesson will define and give examples of terms related to philanthropy and the common good. Learners will examine events that led to the development of philanthropic organizations prior to 1763.
The purpose of this lesson is to introduce learners to the vocabulary and concepts related to garbage removal.
Learners will identify qualities that exemplify philanthropists and recognize those qualities in a local philanthropist.
Learners cite philanthropic historical events on a timeline. They focus on events in which the nonprofit sector was used to make positive changes in society....
Students investigate and share information about environmental organizations to compare and contrast how the three sectors differ in their purposes, goals and achievements.