Dates
3/10 – 5/10
Thursdays 12:00–2:45pm
University Hall 2048
Youth Philanthropy Course
Course description
This undergraduate and graduate course explores the theory and practice of youth philanthropy as a pathway to civic development and social impact. Students will examine how young people engage in charitable giving, volunteering, fundraising, grant making, and collaborative leadership to impact their local communities. Through case studies, data projects, and critical reflection, the course highlights the role of mentorship, social networks, and nonprofit organizations in shaping philanthropic actions. Topics include intergenerational generosity, civic skills, mentoring, social support and wellbeing, and benefits of youth-led initiatives. Ideal for students interested in nonprofit work, education, social impact, or youth development.
Faculty bio
Patricia Snell Herzog is Associate Professor and the Melvin Simon Endowed Chair at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. Herzog is a leading voice in youth philanthropy, known for her work examining how young people learn to engage in voluntary actions. She emphasizes the role of community organizations and mentorship in fostering prosocial behavior, and her collaborative research with nonprofits highlights how participation enhances youth and civic outcomes.