This mini-course provides a brief overview of the purpose and features of the nonprofit sector. You will learn about the role that the sector plays in society, how and why people work or volunteer in the sector, issues within nonprofit organizations, and how to empower youth with participation in the nonprofit sector.
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Ignite meaningful action that lights up the world through "Service Sparks" youth projects! Look for items in nature from a shared list with only an hour to search, then connect with people virtually or in person to compare what you found and share ideas about the joy of nature. Shared with us by our friends at the Fetzer Institute
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Literature Guide
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by Kate Farrell and Caitlin Kuhwald - A guide for parents, teachers, and group leaders to accompany the reading of this picture book. The guide below provides before, during, and after-reading discussion questions. Choose from activities and discussion questions to spark discussions about the value and importance of voting and being involved in your community.
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by Topher Ryan Anderson
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This energizer activity provides a fast and fun way to learn about the word philanthropy and its meaning.
"My friends are much more likely to get involved if word gets out that what we are doing is fun. We need to get that message out. We need to be the messengers."
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In this activity, participants practice and reflect on working together to serve the common good.
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Youth Workers
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Video Clip and Discussion Guide: This whiteboard video defines and shows the power of advocacy and action. Youth learn there are many ways to make a difference; and that they have the strength and power to give time, talent, or treasure for the common good.
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Youth Workers
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Youth Activity: Participants discover how their time can equal dollars to help their community. See the handout for supplemental faith-based discussion questions.
“My call tonight is for every American to commit at least two years, or 4,000 hours, over the rest of your lifetime...
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Youth Activity: Young people watch a video of people telling what they think "philanthropy" means. Then they conduct their own interviews to gather information about the understanding of the concept of philanthropy.
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In this activity participants are introduced to the history of youth organizations in the 20th Century and begin to understand the history of their own youth organization.
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Youth Workers