Introduction to Philanthropy
Unit of 1 Lesson
Grade Levels:
6
7
8
Subjects:
Language Arts
Philanthropy
Keywords:
Issue Area:
Civil society
Focus Question
What is an individual's responsibility to the common good?
Unit Overview
Young people define philanthropy and brainstorm how their time, talent, and treasure can be used to address needs in their school, neighborhood, and larger community. They investigate nonprofit organizations.
Service Experience
Young people identify needs and work together to decide what need to address and how.
Lessons in This Unit
Inspired by stories of service, young people define philanthropy concepts and actions. They brainstorm acts of kindness and determine how they will contribute to the common good.
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