The AFP Blog: Generations Apart, But United Together

The AFP Blog: Generations Apart, But United Together: Four very different philanthropists, all under 30, focusing on four different causes using four different ways to make a difference. And yet, it was their commonalities that were the most inspiring: The impact they made, the lessons they learned, common themes of love, tolerance, respect and generosit

MP learns about pupils' philanthropy | This is Leicestershire

MP learns about pupils' philanthropy | This is Leicestershire: AN MP dropped into a school to talk to pupils about their work on social issues.

Leicester South MP Jon Ashworth visited Madani High School, in Highfields, where he spoke to pupils about the Youth and Philanthropy Initiative.

Press Release - Bob Carter Presents Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Awards at AFP's 50th International Conference

Press Release - Bob Carter Presents Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Awards at AFP's 50th International Conference: SARASOTA, FL, May 01, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Bob Carter presented the 2013 Bob Carter Companies/William R. Simms Awards for Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy to Marli Overgard and to Olivia and Carter Ries at the Association of Fundraising Professional's 50th International Conference in San Diego, California (www.afpnet.org).

Eight Nonprofits Get Funding via Student Philanthropists

massnonprofit.org ::: May 6, 2013 — Students who are learning the craft of philanthropy have awarded $65,000 to eight Boston area nonprofits, three of which promote healthy aging, four that encourage entrepreneurship, and another that works with people with mental illness.

The Tufts Health Plan Foundation announced that its 2013 Future Philanthropists have selected three nonprofits to receive $20,000 to fund healthy aging programs:

Pamlico students to make grants as young philanthropists - Local - Sun Journal

Pamlico students to make grants as young philanthropists - Local - Sun Journal: Richard and Patricia Hodges, local philanthropists who established the Hodges Education Foundation, had the vision to incorporate the Youth in Philanthropy Project into the Foundation’s signature Leadership Information for Tomorrow, or LIFT, program.

Charity 'cartels' pulling out of schools as youth giving project grows, says project CEO

Charity 'cartels' pulling out of schools as youth giving project grows, says project CEO: Charity ‘cartels’ who have dominated school fundraising in the past are pulling out as a result of the success of a giving initiative which encourages children to choose which charities they support, the CEO of the charity responsible has said.

West class shows students the importance of volunteering

West class shows students the importance of volunteering: Students in the course choose volunteer projects that suit their personalities and skills, said Barb Bush, teacher and chair of the Family and Consumer Sciences department at Normal West. A similar course is offered at Normal Community High School.

Titan Hill students to host fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy victims - SouthwestIowaNews.com: Local News

Titan Hill students to host fundraiser for Hurricane Sandy victims - SouthwestIowaNews.com: Local News: The Destination Imagination team at Titan Hill Intermediate School, “DInamite Hurricane Helpers,” will host a fundraiser Thursday to benefit victims of Hurricane Sandy.

Winners of first youth contest announced during celebration

Winners of first youth contest announced during celebration: OLUMBUS -- More than a dozen projects were submitted to the first Youth Philanthropy Contest, and all will receive funding thanks to grant money and support from the community.

The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual celebration Monday night at The New World Inn. The occasion not only highlighted milestones of the chamber and recognition of multi-year members, but also acknowledged winners of the youth contest.

Nonprofits accept $7,000 in grants from central Maine JMG students7 organizations receive grants from area youth | The Morning Sentinel, Waterville, ME

Nonprofits accept $7,000 in grants from central Maine JMG students7 organizations receive grants from area youth | The Morning Sentinel, Waterville, ME: Jumpstart Our Youth was founded by the Unity Foundation in Unity, Maine in partnership with the Maine Community Foundation and Unitel, Inc. to teach young people about the role of nonprofits, smart funding and community service. Now in its fifth year, the JOY program is the only student-driven philanthropy program in Maine and has awarded approximately $250,000 to nonprofits across the state.

Olympics were a 'missed opportunity' to engage young volunteers

Olympics were a 'missed opportunity' to engage young volunteers: His comments come as nfpSynergy releases its latest research into the appetite for volunteering post-Olympic Games, where 44 per cent of the 11 to 16-year-olds responding to the survey said that as a result of the Olympics, they would like to find out more about volunteering but had not volunteered yet.

Liberty High School student starts nonprofit for homeless children | lehighvalleylive.com

Liberty High School student starts nonprofit for homeless children | lehighvalleylive.com: ennifer initially wanted to help the children in the village, but logistical hurdles led her to turn her sights towards home. She and her mother decided to create the nonprofit Noble Angels aimed at providing homeless children with stocked school backpacks, holiday gifts and birthday parties.

Twinsburg High School students raise money for clean water in the third world - Twinsburg Bulletin

Twinsburg High School students raise money for clean water in the third world - Twinsburg Bulletin: another thing entirely to do something about it.

A handful of Twinsburg High School students took this adage to heart in 2010 with the formation of Wellsprings of Change, a student-run organization that plans a yearly dance to raise money for the construction of clean water wells in third world countries.

Harnessing the Power of Youth for Your Nonprofit | Philanthropy Journal

Harnessing the Power of Youth for Your Nonprofit | Philanthropy Journal: Sumac Research

Engaging and involving young people is a great way to energize any nonprofit organization. If you and your board are concerned with sustainability, organizational vitality, and the long-term success of your goals, you should invite young people to join your projects.

10-year-old Downers Grove Resident to Receive Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award - Yahoo! News

10-year-old Downers Grove Resident to Receive Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award - Yahoo! News: On May 10, 2013, the Association of Fundraising Professionals Chicago Chapter will recognize Nate with the Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy Award. It was Mikayla’s grandfather, Chuck Coughlin, who nominated Nate for the philanthropy award. Mikayla says that thanks to Nate and “because of organizations like St. Baldrick’s, I have been in remission for four years.”

The Tri-City News - Youth Rotary club comes to Tri-Cities

The Tri-City News - Youth Rotary club comes to Tri-Cities: Rotaract, an offshoot of well-rooted Rotary International, attracts people aged 18 to 30 years who are passionate about spreading positive change in their communities. Rotaract chapters exist around the world and elsewhere in the Lower Mainland.

In the fall of 2011, three local students set out to secure one of these youth philanthropy clubs for the Tri-Cities — but, first, they had to prove they were serious about committing the time and energy required for Rotaract.

Chartwell School to hold micro-philanthropy luncheon - MontereyHerald.com :

Chartwell School to hold micro-philanthropy luncheon - MontereyHerald.com :: A micro-philanthropy luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 27, at Chartwell School, 2511 Numa Watson Road, Seaside.

Students share their research on a variety of small charities and micro-philanthropy organizations. Students will profile a small charity or organization of their choice and explain how it changes the lives of the people and communities it serves.

Valentine "Hunks" Raises $1,660 for Charity - Westlake, OH Patch

Valentine "Hunks" Raises $1,660 for Charity - Westlake, OH Patch: Westlake High School's student council collected $1,660 for charity in its second annual Valentine Hunks contest. Each year Student Council asks four junior boys and four senior boys to volunteer to collect money for a designated charity during Valentine's Day week.

Philanthropy 101

Philanthropy 101: Philanthropy 101 teaches high school students about philanthropy and civic engagement through hands-on experience. Students operate as a “mini foundation” and learn to explore issues in their community, develop a mission statement to focus on a specific need, publicize and manage a grant process, review and evaluate grant applications, conduct site visits with local nonprofits, and deliberate as a class to reach informed decisions. Based on this work, the youth leaders award $5,000 in grants to local nonprofits that are making a difference in their community. In addition, students dedicate time and energy to the cause through volunteer hours and creative fundraising strategies that boost the grant amount.

Charity video wins Barrington High visit from Rihanna | WGN-TV

Charity video wins Barrington High visit from Rihanna | WGN-TV: While Rihanna has been mostly cancelling concerts lately because of laryngitis, she’s adding a special appearance for a local high school when she’s in the Chicago area on Friday.

A video produced by some Barrington High School students, highlighting some of their charity initiatives set to Rihanna’s song “Diamonds,” won a contest.

The high school scored a visit from Rihanna before her show in Chicago on Friday.

Students Gather to Remember Japan Earthquake and Tsunami | AsianWeek

Students Gather to Remember Japan Earthquake and Tsunami | AsianWeek: On the second anniversary of the tragic earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan in 2011, San Francisco’s George Washington and Abraham Lincoln High Schools teamed up to honor the lives lost and affected by the disaster and to promote the understanding of Japan’s revival efforts.

Georgia Brother and Sister Honored with International Youth Philanthropy Award - AFP News Release - AFP International - AFP MD, Maryland Chapter

Georgia Brother and Sister Honored with International Youth Philanthropy Award - AFP News Release - AFP International - AFP MD, Maryland Chapter: Arlington, Va.) – Carter and Olivia Ries, brother and sister from Fayetteville, Georgia, who have created plastic recycling programs being used in schools across the U.S. and are committed to conservation and endangered species efforts, are the recipients of the 2013 Bob Carter Companies/William R. Simms Award for Outstanding Youth in Philanthropy, Group, presented by the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP).

Parliamentary inquiry into Growing Giving launched

Parliamentary inquiry into Growing Giving launched: Former cabinet minister David Blunkett will be joined by Tory MP Andrew Percy and Liberal Democrat Peer Baroness Tyler in chairing the inquiry which launched yesterday with an initial focus on giving by children.

The launch was accompanied by CAF-commissioned research that estimated that children between nine and 11 years of age donate nearly �20m to charity each year, or �1.99 each a month. In its first stage, the Growing Giving inquiry will be investigating how to harness and grow giving by under-18s, and in particular how to instil habits of giving for later life.

CAF has issued a call for written evidence on how to get young people giving more.

Archimedes Alliance, portland teen's grassroots charity, makes first donation | OregonLive.com

Archimedes Alliance, portland teen's grassroots charity, makes first donation | OregonLive.com: Did you feel that? It was the earth moving.

The Portland teen who founded a charity based on Archimedes' principle, "Give me a lever long enough and a place to stand, and I can move the Earth," has made his first donation.

Philanthropy 101

Philanthropy 101: Philanthropy 101 teaches high school students about philanthropy and civic engagement through hands-on experience. Students operate as a “mini foundation” and learn to explore issues in their community, develop a mission statement to focus on a specific need, publicize and manage a grant process, review and evaluate grant applications, conduct site visits with local nonprofits, and deliberate as a class to reach informed decisions. Based on this work, the youth leaders award $5,000 in grants to local nonprofits that are making a difference in their community. In addition, students dedicate time and energy to the cause through volunteer hours and creative fundraising strategies that boost the grant amount.