Philanthropy in Action
Philanthropy in Action is a unit designed to introduce students to the concept of philanthropy. As they give and serve the community in their service projects, students are acting as philanthropists. By studying some well-known examples of philanthropy students will come to the realization that persons who have made a difference come from all levels of society. Furthermore, contributing in small yet meaningful ways is very important. Finally, as students plan and carry out a service learning project and reflect on the experience, they will see their specific role in acting for the common good or benefit of others.
To teach students that giving and sharing time, talent or treasure for the common good of their community is philanthropy.
To teach students that civic action within their community is philanthropy.
The purpose of this lesson is to give students a personal and meaningful definition of philanthropy.
To teach students that giving and sharing time, talent or treasure for the common good of their community is philanthropy.
This lesson will teach students the role of a community foundation, explain that it is a part of the third sector of the American economic system, and extend the possibility that a foundation may fund a student project to benefit the community.
Students will look at factors to consider when deciding where to purchase materials for carrying out a philanthropic action which will benefit the community.