In this second lesson about Jane Addams, we learn about the impact of her philanthropic work and connect it to the needs of our communities today. Young people discuss voluntary actions they can take inspired by Jane Addams.
Through a fable, learners discuss how generosity improves the quality of life in their communities.
Now that the need they want to address is identified, the children meet people in the community who address the need and others who may want to help them with their fundraiser.
In this lesson, learners brainstorm honesty and its value and benefits to the community, family, friends, and self.
The children learn that even young people can be philanthropists. Philanthropy is giving time, talent, treasure for the good of the community.
Youth Activity: Participants recognize a wide variety of philanthropic actions through fun and active participation. See the handout for supplemental faith-based discussion questions.
"If every American donated five hours a week, it would equal the labor of 20...
Students write to pen pals in a different community and discuss ideas related to a service project. For example, the pen pals may plan and monitor a canned-good donation project.
This activity explores the difference between anti-racism, which includes active steps away from injustice, and non-racism, which is a passive description.
In this episode of the Kids Are Philanthropists too! podcast, we explore what it is like to recently arrive in the United States as a child.
Our host is Amy Neugebauer with 11-12-year-old co-hosts Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, and Sam, all part of...
The children select a service project based on interests and abilities, and community needs. They plan and carry out the project. Some community projects may include fixing up a park, helping at the library, helping a neighbor, building bird houses for the nature center, and making banners...