Giving Compass' Take:

• Here are some strategies for implementing philanthropic practices into your children's lives to empower young philanthropists to champion causes at the local, regional, or global level. 

• How can instilling tenets of family philanthropy make an impact on children's upbringing? 

• Read more about family philanthropy with this helpful guide.

Throughout the most recent decades, philanthropy has been steadily increasing in popularity. When it comes to teaching your children about philanthropy and getting the family involved in charity there is not a one size fits all. Whether people are supporting causes at a local, regional, or global level there are a plethora of ways to make an impact.

It’s difficult to watch the news and bear witness to the images of pain and suffering from all over the world and not feel compelled to help. In fact, many parents have found that there are opportunities to use today’s catastrophes as a way to help their children learn about the importance of philanthropy.

Furthermore, if you’d like to assist your children in making charity a habit that will stay with them throughout their lives, implement a few basic strategies. These practices are simple and can encourage children to be more mindful and caring towards others.

  • One simple way to help children learn about philanthropy is to teach them about people who may be without the basics that many of us take for granted. Periodically go through everyone’s closet and sort out the clothes that no longer fit or never get worn. Do the same thing with toys or any other household items. However, it’s important to get your children involved and let them go through their closets and toy boxes.
  • Regularly engage in projects that are service-oriented. Made food with your children and then have them help you to deliver the meals to shelters or elderly neighbors.

Read the full article about teaching your children about philanthropy by Richard Abbe at Medium.