Students learn from examples of people who have experienced a struggle and used surrounding resources to make something better for themselves and the people around them. Examples of "servant leadership" are taken from the Our State of Generosity...

The learners analyze examples from history of civic virtue and then select the characteristics they believe are most important for enduring citizen engagement.

In this lesson, we explore where vegetables come from and how they are preserved for healthy eating. 

Youth learn about the toxic ingredients in personal care products and take action to protect local waterways from the effects of the chemicals.

Learners relate enlightened self-interest to caring by discussing a quote from Alexis de Tocqueville about the American tradition of democracy.

Learners will identify, define, and demonstrate an understanding of the Hebrew phrase tikkun olam from a moral and religious standpoint.

To reflect on what students learned from this philanthropy class and to gather their feedback on the class experience.

Conducting research about activists from different cultures helps youth recognize Human Rights and the relationship to philanthropic values.

In three scenarios that challenge one's integrity, the young people discuss and provide rationale for their decision-making.

Students learn about nutrition for healthy bodies and encourage others to make healthy choices. Students learn about healthy choices by playing a group game. In the end they learn that when everyone is healthy, we are all able to...