Philanthropy

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/philanthropy

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the core definition?Private initiatives for the public good, focusing on improving quality of life
2. What is the distinction from business?Philanthropy prioritizes societal benefit over private financial gain
3. How is philanthropy different from business and government?Businesses want to earn money, governments give basic services, and philanthropy focuses on improving people’s well‑being without looking for profit.
4. Who are philanthropists?Philanthropists are people or organizations that give resources—like money, knowledge, or time—to help solve big problems in society.

Philanthropy: The deliberate use of private resources to advance the public good and enhance societal quality of life.
Philanthropist: An individual, family, or organization that practices philanthropy through strategic giving and societal investment.
Public Good: Societal benefits and services that are accessible to and intended for the welfare of the entire community.
Quality of Life: A comprehensive measure of an individual's or society's well-being, encompassing health, happiness, and living standards.