Learners reflect on the relationship between courage and fear, and identify the different character attributes that guide us when facing a challenge.

Self-care and social-emotional well-being are foundational aspects of effective philanthropy. By exploring their own needs and practicing empathy, youth learn to be constructive members of a community from a place of strength and balance. This lesson is best in collaboration with a social worker...

In this lesson, the children identify foods to eat each day and foods that should be eaten in small amounts. They learn about healthy habits and healthy communities where all people have nutritious food. 

In this lesson, students define serial reciprocity as "paying it forward." They compare the concept of paying it forward (serial reciprocity) with the work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. They brainstorm issues and campaigns they can address to make an impact that ripples forward as a result of...

Learners get inspiration from the work and words of Mother Teresa about performing small acts of kindness. They make a plan for carrying out a small act of kindness.

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

Using Guidestar as a source, young people identify three nonprofits and their mission statements. 

Youth will develop a collaborative definition of "community" and realize the unique attributes of their community.

Children get inspiration from a story about kindness and community, and they identify acts of service and kindness (philanthropy) they can do for people they care about.

Young people use their voice to speak up for injustice and take action for the common good.