If you can answer Yes! to any of these questions, you will benefit from the information in my book:
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Do you lead a group of young people either in school or after school?
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Do you think it is important that children learn to be charitable?
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Do you want to find out how other people organized their youth groups?
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Do you want to know whether you need to establish a nonprofit status for your group?
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Do you want directions to actual projects for your children?
Learn how to put the YOU back in YOUTH.
· Find out how to get started with junior philanthropy.
· Read about examples of real people making a difference.
· Understand the financial aspects of doing charitable work.
· Get directions for projects that interest your young people.
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Learn how children can help senior citizens with an oral history project.
Book Review
School Library Journal vol. 53 iss. 4 p. 174 (c) 04/01/2007
Heiss provides a guide for youth leaders, teachers, and parents on planning and managing successful charitable projects with young people. Part I covers the benefits of philanthropy, tips on leading meetings, how to file for 501(c)(3) status, and managing the group's money. Tips are realistic and sensible. The author covers potential pitfalls such as food allergies and aggressive group members. She also explains the fine points of fundraising (e.g., the difference between direct sales and solicitation) and how to write a winning grant proposal. Part II profiles numerous adults and young people who have organized successful projects. Step-by-step directions follow for projects that help senior citizens, military personnel, the hospitalized, and others. Part III includes information on project evaluation and a thorough list of books, videos, and Web sites (with suggested age designations). This is a well-organized resource for turning good ideas into great plans for action.—Amy Pickett, Ridley High School, Folsom, PA
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Do you donate to religious organizations? Or maybe you volunteer your time to help those in need. But what about your children? Do they help others or are they too busy with school, homework, sports, and other activities? Do you help them find time to think beyond their own needs and wants? If so, then I applaud your ability to show children how to give back to their world. If not, then perhaps you will consider showing your children how to become responsible members of their community through philanthropy. You don't need a lot of money or even a lot of time. You simply need the dedication to a cause that helps other people, animals, or the environment. In my book, Helping Kids Help: Organizing Successful Charitable Projects, you will see how other folks like you helped children to develop projects that extend their ability to care.
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