July 2005
Providing for children not only involves ensuring that they have clothes on their backs, roofs over their heads, and food in their stomachs, it also requires that families supply a sense of appreciation for their gifts, monetary and otherwise, and the desire to share those gifts with others. In this issue of 'Family Giving News' we offer six tips on raising philanthropic children, and tackle questions like: When should parents begin teaching children about philanthropy? If children are too young to understand wealth, fiscal responsibility or monetary value, how does a parent convey the value and importance of charitable giving? How can parents interest their children in volunteer work or engage teenagers when they are in their anti-everything phase? How can they pass on a family tradition of giving and prepare children for board service while acknowledging and respecting each child's individuality?
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2004
This workbook provides information parents can use to make giving accessible to young children; it can also serve as a tool that parents and young adults can use together. The workbook includes sections on the meaning of philanthropy, community needs, the nonprofit sector, as well as games and activities, a resource list, and suggestions for young people who want to get involved in giving.
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2003
This discussion paper describes why, when, and how your family foundation's board can prepare the next generation for charitable service.These practical and proven strategies will be of interest to any family thinking about or going through a succession process.
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