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Families and Philanthropy

Recognizing a need for more family-focused resources, the Youth Philanthropy Initiative of Indiana (YPII) has developed a family philanthropy gift box that will bring philanthropic concepts directly to youth and their families in a concise, thoughtful and creative way. 

This imaginative and appealing resource introduces characters, stories and activities that will help families incorporate the spirit of generosity into their everyday living. We believe that intentional and ongoing philanthropic acts among families will help to instill a lifelong giving and serving attitude in youth, building on family strengths and fostering a sense of independence and family pride. 

“Phil and His Family’s Adventures in Giving” is a gift box of resources that will provide youth and their families a language for giving and serving that connects to philanthropic experiences and the building of stronger communities. 

Welcome!
If your family has participated in using the Family Philanthropy Gift Box, please take a moment to Register and Login so you will be able to complete the “Share your Experience Card” in a very simple and easy way online.


Special Thanks
Special Thanks
We are grateful for the generosity of these initial donors. Their support of our vision made this Gift Box a reality.

Crowe Foundation
Dean & Barbara White Family Foundation
Elanor L. Thurston
Harrison County Community Foundation
Horseshoe Foundation of Floyd County
Lilly Endowment Inc.
Mary Elizabeth Over Foundation
Moore Foundation
Rock Island Foundation


Special Recognition for their work on this resource:

Art, Design, and Educational Expertise
Content Management Systems, Inc.
Mike Altman Studios
Danny Wright, Consultant
Tracy Butler, Consultant
Stephanie Stilson, Ph.D., Consultant

Our Family Philanthropy Gift Box Includes

If your organization is interested in family philanthropy trainings and ordering gift boxes for your youth and their families, please contact Eileen Ryan at eryan@indianagrantmakers.org.

Activity Cards
Activity Cards

Activity Cards

After reading Phil’s stories, help turn your family’s understanding of philanthropy into serving, giving, leading, and engaging behaviors. Use these cards to experience philanthropy.


Calendar Stickers
Calendar Stickers


Family Philanthropy Calendar Stickers

Just as we make calendar notations for appointments, use these monthly stickers to remind your family to practice philanthropy and hear the Call-to-Action!
Conversation Starter Cards
Conversation Starter Cards
 

 Conversation Starter Cards

These fun and thought-provoking questions will spark family discussions about philanthropy.  Place the cards where your family gathers – in the car, at the dinner table, or by the television. 


Family Pledge Card
Family Pledge Card

Family Philanthropy Pledge Card

This is a personal family promise to practice philanthropy throughout the year.  After you make your commitment and sign it, place it somewhere in your house where everyone will see it. 

Go Give Deck of Cards
Go Give Deck of Cards

Go Give Deck of Cards

Two different card games can be played with this deck of cards: Go Give and The Giving Granny.  Directions are provided.


Graphic Novel
Graphic Novel

The Adventures of Phil Anthropy and Friends - Graphic Novel

This is a good “first activity.”  There are Story Prompts at the back of the Graphic Novel for discussion with your family!

Story List:
  • Phil Anthropy and the Giving Lab.
  • Lesson Learned with “Sis”.
  • Bike-a-Thon for Charity.  
  • Phil and His Money.
  • One Afternoon While Reading Comics.

Guide for the Gift Box
Guide for the Gift Box
 

Guide for the Gift Box

This pamphlet contains a summary of the items in the Gift Box to enhance your family’s understanding of philanthropy.  Reading this Guide is a good “first step.”


Movie Card
Movie Card

Movie Card

Here is a list of movies for family viewing provided by Heartland Truly Moving Pictures.  Download free discussion guides to help inspire family discussion and family service based on the themes of movies at www.trulymovingpictures.org.
Phil's Giving Circle Tokens
Phil's Giving Circle Tokens

Phil’s Giving Circle Tokens

Ask your family to think of something nice to do for someone else. Then leave a Giving Circle Token when you deliver your act of kindness
Share Your Experiences Card
Share Your Experiences Card

Share Your Experiences Card

After you have used the Gift Box, please share your experiences.  Your family’s feedback is very important.

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