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What Does a Philanthropic Organization Do?

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Young scholars explore the work of a local nonprofit organization and define "nonprofit" and "profit" organizations. They identify examples of three local philanthropic organizations and work together to draw conclusions about a non-profit organization's purpose, mission statement, source of funding, and structure.

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Grade
6th - 8th
Subjects
English Language Arts
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45 mins
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