Learners research a natural disaster and examples of aid to help the affected populations. They learn the roles of the four sectors in responding to the needs. They participate in a collection campaign or other service project and learn about...
Participants identify and compare the different roles of the four sectors of the economy (government, business, nonprofit, and family). They identify which sector does what and observe how they approach differently the sometimes overlapping responsibilities....
In this episode of the Kids Are Philanthropists too! podcast, we explore the ways children feel grief. Curious about what kids are deeply concerned about? Grief is one of the most pressing concerns amongst 3-5th grade participants in The Giving Square programs in 2023....
To help students understand how to use their voices to advocate for causes about which they care.
Students will investigate key local and national nonprofit organizations by researching their histories, services, and target populations.
Participants read about the philanthropic traditions of early African-American culture and place the values of giving in a hierarchy circle.
The book, The Gardener, by Sarah Stewart gently illustrates how sharing growing things can be a gift to others and the community.
Youth learn about the work of African American inventors who had a positive influence on society by contributing scientific innovation for the common good.
The learners review the water cycle and come to an understanding about the need to sustain the quality of the world's water for the common good.
Settlement houses aimed to improve the lives of community members by addressing social challenges and promoting social welfare. In this lesson, we explore how they addressed the needs of the community where government efforts fell short. Many communities still have similar programs....