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              Youth Philanthropy Resources

              History and Archives

              The way that we have communicated about youth philanthropy may look different, but our intentions have always been the same.

              • Philanthropy is Not A Study of Guys Named Phil

                Tips from Indiana teens for starting and maintaining dynamic youth grantmaking committees.

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              • I’ll Navigator You Drive. Trade Me Places, I Want to Drive

                How young people are learning to change their communities for the better.

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              • Some Things Are Instinctive

                Nurturing the next generation of philanthropic leaders.

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              • We Know You Already Wear A Lot of Hats

                Navigators are vital to Youth Pod members' philanthropic journey.

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              • The Beginning of Youth Philanthropy at the Dekko Foundation

                Our adventure in youth philanthropy began in 1994.

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              • The Growth of Youth Pods

                Young people in all 13 counties in our grantmaking areas can join a Youth Pod.

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              Hear about Youth Philanthropy from Youth Pod Members Themselves

              There is no better expert on Youth Pods than the young people who have gained philanthropic skills, knowledge, and character through their experiences. Here is what they have to say.

              • Progression of a Youth Pod Member — By a Youth Pod Member

                You'll learn a lot on your philanthropic journey.

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              • Alumni Survey Results

                Former Youth Pod members share what they gained from their experiences.

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              • Pods & Possibilities Alumni Edition

                Catching up with former Youth Pod members.

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              • A Word for What I Wanted to Be

                Philanthropy is learned. That's why it's important to teach it.

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              Here Are Ideas for How to Go About Youth Philanthropy with Your Youth Pod

              We have learned over the years that each philanthropic youth group goes about its work in a little different way. We believe that each group should be different to reflect the uniqueness of its community. We have also found that a few guiderails along with tips and tricks might be helpful.

              • We Call Them Youth Pods

                Over the years, we've grown in our understanding of what makes for a successful Youth Pod.

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              • Philanthropic Terms

                Philanthropy can seem like it has its own language. Here's how to decode it.

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              • How to Apply for Funding

                Have an idea for how you can help your community? We'd love to hear it!

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              • Charitable Champions

                Learn more about philanthropy in action through Whitley County's HANDS Foundation's video series and workbook.

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              • Michigan Council of Foundations Youth Philanthropy (MCFYP) Best Practices

                Together, young philanthropists are making a big impact.

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              • Top Five Ways to Have Fun

                No one wants to meet just to meet.

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              • Teen Philanthropy Cafe

                This series by Exponent Philanthropy offers tips for strategic, thoughtful giving.

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              • Giving Roots and Wings

                A series of leader's guides for assisting Youth Pod members in facilitating philanthropy-related workshops.

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