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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Address:
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Home Phone:
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Cell Phone:
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Preferred E-Mail:
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Date of Birth:
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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
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Introduction
Philanthropy in the US – An Historical Perspective
Motives for Giving
Examination of Beneficiaries
a. Individuals
b. Organizations
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Arts
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Education
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Environment
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Health/Medical Research
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Religion
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Social Services
Philanthropists
Assessing Charitable Organizations
Dangers of Philanthropy
Focus on Non-financial Philanthropy
a. Volunteering
b. Leadership
Careers in Philanthropy
Summary and Reflections
Examples of Site Visits
Arts:
Education:
Environment:
Health/Medical:
Religion:
Social Services:
Foundations:
The woodruff Arts Center,
Georgia Shakespeare Festival
The Westminster Schools
The Carter Center
The Georgia Conservancy
Upper Chattachoochee River Keeper
The Shepherd Center
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
The Temple
Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Conyers
WABE Public Radio
The Atlanta Community Food Bank
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.
Applicant Signature:
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Parent Signature:
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Date:
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