Philanthropy 101 Application

Philanthropy 101 Application Summer, 2014: June 2 – June 26

Because of the partnership nature of this class, students MUST commit to attend all four weeks of the program.

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 Volunteer/work Experience: Write a short essay about your reasons for applying to this program. Mention what you hope to gain from the experience and include a little about your past service experiences and philanthropic commitment to the community.

Be sure to turn in your application to Mr. Moor (Pressly 104) by the end of January. As part of the application process, please ask two teachers – who are knowledgeable about you and your activities – to fill out a Teacher Recommendation Form and turn it in to Mr. Moor, also by January 31. Syllabus I. Introduction II. Philanthropy in the US – An Historical Perspective III. Motives for Giving IV. Examination of Beneficiaries a. Individuals b. Organizations i. Arts ii. Education iii. Environment iv. Health/Medical Research v. Religion vi. Social Services V. Philanthropists VI. Assessing Charitable Organizations VII. Dangers of Philanthropy VIII. Focus on Non-financial Philanthropy a. Volunteering b. Leadership IX. Careers in Philanthropy X. Summary and Reflections

Examples of Site Visits

Arts: The woodruff Arts Center, Georgia Shakespeare Festival Education: The Westminster Schools The Carter Center Environment: The Georgia Conservancy Upper Chattachoochee River Keeper Health/Medical: The Shepherd Center Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Religion: The Temple Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Conyers Social Services: WABE Public Radio The Atlanta Community Food Bank Foundations: The Woodruff foundation The Community Foundation of Greater Atlanta Summer Philanthropy 101 Class

Westminster is proud to teach this four-week summer course on the meaning of the word “philanthropy.” The intent of the course is to provide opportunities through which students become more intimately aware of society’s growing needs and then begin to develop the understanding, desire, ability and instincts for philanthropic service to the community. This involves many site visits to local foundations and non-profit organizations, and a variety of community leaders who come speak to the class. Although this course is not for credit, it is a rigorous academic class with daily assignments, reading and projects.

Any interested rising senior who is able to attend all classes for the four week period and who is able to communicate effectively with community leaders by asking questions and beginning discussions, is encouraged to apply. After all applications are received, there will be an interview process for each student, followed by an evaluation of all student applications by a faculty committee. Final selection will be announced by the end of February. Those who are not selected to be a part of this course are encouraged to apply for the fall for-credit course on the History and Economics of Philanthropy in the United States. Mr. Wells, Director of the Glenn Institute, will be able to give you more information about this class.

Therefore, be sure you and your parents understand the following:  Applications will be due by January 31, 2014.  Interviews will be held the first week of February.  Any student selected for the course MUST be able to attend class for all four weeks (meeting daily from 8:30 am until 2:00 pm). Family vacations and trips, doctor appointments, college visits, summer camps and other plans that would cause a student to miss class during any of the time frame will make the student ineligible to apply. Students must be able to commit to attending class every day.  Failure to comply with the rules and regulations of this class may, at the discretion of the Director and Teachers, result in the dismissal of the student from the program and/or loss of some or all of the stipend.  Due to the size constraint of the class, we want students and parents to understand that the final selection will be made of all qualified students by a faculty committee based on the student’s application, interview, interest, and prior participation in philanthropy and community service programs.  My parents and I understand and agree to all the provisions set forth in this application.

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