Youth Philanthropy Initiative
The Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy and IU Indianapolis Admissions has launched a Youth Philanthropy Initiative (YPI). The initiative will provide a national forum for the next generation of philanthropic leaders and those who teach and mentor them.
YPI will introduce high school students to philanthropy, helping them understand its scope and the variety of career opportunities available through a degree in philanthropic leadership.
Through this initiative, high school students will gain opportunities to learn and grow as community leaders, while advisors and organizations will receive resources, research, and training to better support youth-led philanthropy in their regions. It will also highlight the variety of career paths that a degree in philanthropic leadership leads to.
“We want to give youth philanthropy leaders and advisors more information on how to better serve their organizations and participants, as well as resources and tools,” said Pamela Clark, Assistant Dean for Enrollment Management and Student Success. “We want to give students an understanding of the importance of giving back to their communities and advocating for causes they care about. I also want students to walk away knowing that philanthropy is a valid career option, and our school is the best in the world to do that.”
This initiative encompasses three core components: a conference, a course, and a student-led podcast. There is also a plan to highlight high school students having a positive impact in their communities through the school’s social media channels.