Philanthropy at Home

Dear Parent/Guardian,

In my class, we have been learning about philanthropy, which is the giving of time, talent, and/or treasure for the common good. As a class we are starting to compile a list of philanthropic acts that have taken place in and around our homes, neighborhoods, and community; acts which served to help others in a time of need. I would like you to share with me some instances, that you know of, when somebody did something really nice for someone else. A time when someone(s) gave of their time, their talents, and /or their treasures (money or things considered of value) to help someone else. This will help me to better understand what philanthropy is and how it relates to our family, neighborhood, and community.

Directions: As a family talk about philanthropy at home, in the neighborhood,  and in the community and write down some of these acts of philanthropy, listing them below: 

                  Philanthropic Act                                How Was the Individual/Situation Helped?

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