MENU

Filter by subjects:

Filter by grades:

Filter by audience:

Filter by issue area:

Filter by content type:

Filter by resource type:

resource search

History of US Philanthropy Timeline

Resource Type: 
Guide
Grade Level: 
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

This all-new History of US Philanthropy Timeline features stories of diverse individuals and organizations who have used their time, voice, connections and resources to make an impact on the world. Young people, who are capable changemakers, can examine this history to question and explore the ways philanthropy has created lasting change and changed itself. By sharing stories of the past, we equip and empower youth to shape the story of philanthropy today and in the future.

Gi-VING Treasure through a Video Project

Grade Levels: 
8
9
10
11
12

Students are introduced to the VING video project. They have the opportunity to create a brief video as an application to award someone they admire $1,000 as a needed boost. This lesson guides discussion of why and how to take action for the good of someone in the community.

Subjects 
Arts Education
Language Arts
Media / Technology
Philanthropy
Social Studies

Engaging with Youth

Resource Type: 
Guide
Grade Level: 
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Welcome youth into collaboration and innovation on activities and practices that serve the community. The first guide gives general tips, and the three project guides provide models of practice. The guides are designed for educators, parents, youth leaders, foundations, nonprofits, and community collaborators.

Bedtime Bags (K-12)

Grades: 
PreK
K
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

Young people learn about people and children who are homeless and make bedtime bags for children in shelters as their service project. 

"I always wondered why somebody doesn't do something about that. Then I realized I was somebody."  - Lily Tomlin

Photo Credit:...

Subjects 
Health and PE
Language Arts
Philanthropy
Social Studies

The Constitution and Civic Engagement

Resource Type: 
Guide
Grade Level: 
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12

What can young people do in their role in civil society as they decide whether and how to get involved? At Learning to Give, we want to help youth learn about and practice taking action for the common good. The following explorations and ideas help to involve voice and action to make a difference.

Pages