This lesson guides learners as they inform a public audience about philanthropic acts that enhance the common good. The learners write newspaper articles that describe acts of service and volunteerism in their community.

We explore the difference volunteers make in our world. Youth recognize that even they can volunteer and make a difference in their community.

Children look at Comanche art and identify the meaning of symbols. The children create art representing important ideas in their self awareness and social awareness.

In the book, Miss Tizzy, the repetition and days of the week make this warm neighborhood story predictable. Miss Tizzy is generous with the neighborhood children in so many ways. How do the children take action when Miss Tizzy gets ill?

To help students understand the challenges of feeding a family a healthy meal on a limited budget.

The young people define philanthropy and identify philanthropic activities.

We learn about organizations that responded to needs and increased social awareness during the Civil War and Reconstruction.

To introduce students to the financial side of operating a nonprofit organization and to the financial reporting they are required to do for the IRS.

One of the ways we identify ourselves is through the culture of our gender identity. This may include our gender and how we express ourselves through our clothing, hair, and what we like to do and who we like to spend time with. This lesson raises awareness of the variety of ways people express...

Explore the meaning of philanthropy through a Native American legend.