Philanthropy Lessons
Cultivating World-Changers: The Philanthropy Life Cycle
Students discover that growing into a philanthropist mirrors a plant's life cycle — from planting the first seed of an idea to leaving a lasting legacy of kindness.
Cultivating World-Changers: What Do You See?
Students study a community scene, circle the problems they notice, and use their 3Ts to brainstorm real ways they could help — a perfect introduction to philanthropic thinking.
Fill a Cup of Kindness
Students think of simple, everyday acts of kindness they can do for someone they care about — and discover that small gestures add up to something meaningful.
Our Fall Family Philanthropy
A take-home worksheet for families to reflect on what they care about and plan a day of giving together.
Our Classroom Philanthropy
A two-page reflection and documentation sheet for recording a class's collective giving journey — the causes, the actions, and the community impact made together.
Our Class Mission Statement Mad Libs
A three-page collaborative activity guiding students through crafting a shared class mission statement centered on giving, community, and collective impact.
Classroom Bingo
A printable "get to know each other" bingo card gives students the opportunity to learn more about one another in a unique way.
Project Planner
A printable planning tool that walks students through the full Design Thinking Process and helps them map out the details of their impact project.
Colorful Kindness Postercards
Printable postcard templates for students to personalize and send as messages of encouragement, gratitude, or awareness to organizations in your community in need of connection.
Project Heart Coloring Pages
Fun, printable coloring pages that help younger students explore their Time, Talent, and Treasure — and discover they already have what it takes to make a difference.
What Are Your 3Ts Handout
A single-page visual overview of the 3Ts — Time, Talent, and Treasure — as the core giving framework at the heart of Project Heart.
How to Find Your Project Heart Handout
A single-page visual overview and self-reflection handout that helps students identify the causes they care most about and how to help.