Teaching philanthropy: developing critical and compassionate approaches to giving

This chapter advocates for pedagogical strategies that emphasize the ethical, critical, and emotional dimensions of giving. It explores various classroom practices designed to cultivate reflective and thoughtful donors. The authors examine philanthropy through essential lenses of justice, equity, and compassion, encouraging students to consider the broader societal implications of their giving. The piece promotes an experiential learning approach, fostering engagement with community issues and encouraging students to recognize themselves as philanthropists, making responsible decisions while reflecting on their own moral positions within a diverse learning environment.