Youth Activity: Participants are playful with the meaning of the word philanthropy and philanthropic acts. This activity follows discussions about the many forms of philanthropy.
See the handout for supplemental faith-based discussion questions.
“If every American donated five hours a week, it would equal the labor of 20 million full-time volunteers” ~ Whoopi Goldberg
Youth Activity: Participants discover how their time can equal dollars to help their community. See the handout for supplemental faith-based discussion questions.
“My call tonight is for every American to commit at least two years, or 4,000 hours, over the rest of your lifetime to the service of your neighbors and your nation.” ~President George W. Bush, 2003 State of the Union Address
Youth Activity: Participants create a collage depicting philanthropic traits and actions. This collage serves as a visual definition of philanthropy. See the handout for supplemental faith-based discussion questions.
“The future depends entirely on what each of us does every day.” ~Gloria Steinem
Setelane was a very poor man. He spent his days catching mice. All he ever ate was the meat of mice. His clothes were made of the skins of mice.
What would it be like to be an immigrant child at the turn of the 20th century? Filled with stunning photographs, this book views history through the eyes of young people. From school to work to play, the experience of immigrant families comes to life. More than just a history lesson, this book will inspire discussions about current events that can open a child’s eyes to some of the needs of the immigrant community. Youth will grow in compassion for others, including people who may seem very different from themselves.
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Teach lessons that involve students in understanding patterns of bullying behavior and making plans to set up a more positive school culture. Student awareness of the issue can help reduce negative behaviors.
The activities described here are linked at the bottom of this page to help learners get to know their community and the resources there. They also help students take action to address a need and then reflect on the service-learning process.
Read profiles of "servant leaders" and use these brainteaser puzzles to reveal their philosophy of leadership.
Philanthropy is about generosity in all its many forms, commonly referred to as gifts of “time, talent, and treasure.” For this activity, you will learn how people can combine these gifts for even greater impact.
First, listen to the TedTalk, “Healthier Men, One Moustache at a Time,” to...
