Philanthropy at Home and Abroad

Unit of 1 Lesson
Grade Levels: 
9
10
11
12
Subjects: 
Language Arts
Media / Technology
Philanthropy
Social Studies
Issue Area: 
Civil society
Focus Question 

 How does an individual use personal interests and strengths to impact the common good? 

 

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Unit Overview 

Students read an old quote about the interconnection of all life on the planet and recognize that we are each affected by what happens to others and the environment. They will analyze current local, state, national and international issues addressed in the evening news. They become aware of the work of the U.N. Global Sustainable Development Goals and of foundations that give funds to improve the conditions of life

Service Experience 
Learners reflect on what they can do to make a difference. Each person matters, and we all have something to give. 
Lessons in This Unit 
Unit: 
Philanthropy at Home and Abroad
Lesson 1 of 1
Grades: 
9
10
11
12

Students read an old quote about the interconnection of all life on the planet and recognize that we are each affected by what happens to others and the environment. They will analyze current local, state, national and international issues addressed in the evening news. They become aware of the work of the U.N. Global Sustainable Development Goals and of foundations that give funds to improve the conditions of life. Students reflect on something they can do to make a difference.