Back in May, The Center for High Impact Philanthropy at the University of Pennsylvania kicked-off a new blog series entitled, Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy. One of the components of the series showcases the ideas and actions of teens and young adults who are involved with the Jewish Youth Philanthropy Institute (JYPI), a program that encourages youth philanthropy and civic engagement. Leah Siskin, a program director of the JYPI program and … [Read more...] about Reflective Philanthropy
Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy
Teens Speak on What Philanthropy Means to Them
We begin June with another installment of our Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy series, which has been highlighting ideas from the JYPI 201 Teen Funders Group, a program of the Partnership for Jewish Life and Learning (PJLL). The focus has been on the word “philanthropy” and what it means to these young people. Our team at the Center for High Impact Philanthropy has been curious how the word is perceived among members of our audience, based on … [Read more...] about Teens Speak on What Philanthropy Means to Them
Make an Impact by “Doing Good”
Our Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy series continues with two more individuals from the JYPI 201 Teen Funders Group, as they discuss what philanthropy means to them. One thing that immediately stood out in both of the below essays, is the message of not only feeling and passion but also involvement and change. There is a blog post on Tactical Philanthropy that discusses the opportunity to balance both empathy and expectations while practicing … [Read more...] about Make an Impact by “Doing Good”
What Philanthropy Means to Me
During a recent NPR interview with Peter Buffett, son of Warren Buffett, Peter mentions that he and his siblings each received $1 billion from their father to use specifically for charitable endeavors. This money was entrusted to them as adults which resulted in Peter and his wife dedicating “several years researching how to be most effective as philanthropists.” So, what if that research begins earlier in life? Could early involvement further … [Read more...] about What Philanthropy Means to Me
Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy
The Center for High Impact Philanthropy at the University of Pennsylvania has kicked-off a new blog series entitled, Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy. One of the components of the series will showcase the ideas and actions of teens and young adults who are involved with the Jewish Youth Philanthropy Institute (JYPI), a program that encourages youth philanthropy and civic engagement. Leah Siskin, a program director of the JYPI program and alumna … [Read more...] about Youth Perspectives in Philanthropy
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