Kids are Philanthropists, Too!: Recent Episodes
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Want to better understand how kids see and interpret the world? Want to know more about social issues? This podcast is for people of all ages to explore important social challenges, with kids (ages 10-12) as your guides.
Welcome to Season 7 of Kids are Philanthropists, Too! We call this season "The Giving Lab" as it focuses on the myriad ways we can help. In this episode our co-hosts discuss spontaneous helping - when it happens, what you can do, and the bystandard effect.
Want to support the promotion of kids' ideas and voices? Support this work by donating to The Giving Square today! www.thegivingsquare.org
In Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too!, we are diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In this episode our co-hosts explore the role that philanthropy can play in changing the future of education. Our special guest is Nicole Rodriguez Leach, Executive Director of Grantmakers for Education.
To learn more about the future of the sector, check out Grantmaker for Education's latest trend report!
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In this episode our co-hosts explore how to CHANGE the future with Jake Dunagan, Futurist with IFTF. More about Jake below!
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
🌟 Get to know Jake! 🌟
What made you choose this career? It's a beautiful contribution, but futures and foresight is not a career one plans for. It is a path one finds through idiosyncratic means. for me, it started with a manuscript left at the doorstep of a bookstore I started in college. Through a lot of twists and turns I found my way back to that book, and in it, behind the topic of designing new political systems, was the field of futures studies. How can kids be better philanthropists? The part of philanthropy that kids need to work on is to develop their understanding and connection to humans and to humanity. They should learn about diverse cultures and ways of being. They should learn new languages. They should learn about how systems work, and where they can play a positive role to steer those systems toward better outcomes—-or build new ones! They should discover their authentic (yet evolving ) selves and understand how they want to be in the world. They should embrace life, and try to do the best they can, without feeling responsible for fixing the whole world.
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In our fifth episode our co-hosts interview Andrea Liu, food scientist and content strategist, about the future of FOOD! Andrea can be found at The Chinese Vegan.
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In our fourth episode our co-hosts interview Trista Harris, President of FutureGood and author of FutureGood, a guidebook for leaders who want to harness the tools of futurism to drive bold social change. We talk about how to imagine addressing social issues into the future.
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In our third episode our co-hosts interview Frank Liu, Founder of Brand Justice, about the role of art in anticipating and imaging the future. The full coversation covers everything from an exploration of what is art (yes, million dollar bananas are discussed!) to how art helps us wrestle with the future. Please step into the future through this lively conversation.
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In our second episode our co-hosts interview Dylan Hendricks, Director of the 10 Year Forecast at the Institute for the Future, about the role of futurists in anticipating and imaging the future. The full coversation covers everything from the future of good to how big social and environmental challenges will evolve. Want to snap out of your current worries about the past and present? Please step into the future through this lively conversation.
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
Welcome to Season 6 of Kids Are Philanthropists Too! — this season we’re diving into The Future of Good. 🌟
In this very first episode, you’ll get to know our co-hosts — curious kids who are not only asking big questions but also imagining brighter possibilities for the world. Together, they share their hopes, dreams, and creative ideas about what “good” can look like in the future.
Whether you’re a kid, parent, or educator, this episode sets the stage for an inspiring journey into what’s possible when young people lead with imagination and heart. 💡💛
👉 Tune in, dream big, and help imagine The Future of Good
Our Hosts: Season 6 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Aleena, Leah, Alona, Max, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Jayden, Aofie, and Kivaan.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word, get involved, and follow The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours! More at www.thegivingsquare.org!
In this last episode of Season 5, Tech for Good, we explore the future, technology, and how we could solve many of the social issues discussed throughout the season.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our sixth episode of Season 5: Tech for Good. In this episode our co-hosts discuss life without tech - what happens, what can we learn, and what do we miss. We speak with high-tech professional and no-tech enthusiast, Neil McFarb.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our fifth episode of Season 5: Tech for Good. In this episode our co-hosts discuss their own opinions and experiences about phones at school. We speak with student leader and high school student, Isaac Fulton, about the ultimate classroom controversy - phones!
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our fourth episode of Season 5: Tech for Good. In this episode our co-hosts discuss their own opinions and experiences with social media. We speak with two high school students, Kinsley Potts and Meerub Malik, who are using social media in service to community.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our third episode of Season 5: Tech for Good. In this episode our co-hosts are joined by Arielle Geismar, Design it For Us Co-Chair and Forbes 30 Under 30 Leader, and Mara Bubb as they share their effort to protect kids online through public policy.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our second episode of Season 5: Tech for Good. In this episode our co-hosts discuss their own feelings and experiences with AI. We talk about the opportunities and challenges of AI and are joined by Dr. Rhett Oldham who contributes his expertise as an educator and AI enthusiast.
Dr. Rhett Oldham is currently the Director of Social Studies Curriculum for the State of Missouri. Prior to that I taught 7th Grade American History II and 8th Grade World History. Dr Oldham taught for 29 years in high school, college, and middle school, and finds that all students want to learn if given something that they can get excited about. He is a Fulbright Fellow-Morocco, a Gilder-Lehrman Missouri History Teacher of the Year and National Finalist, a Missouri Teacher of the Year Finalist, and a PBS Digital Innovator. In his free time, he likes to travel the world with his wife, watch Manchester United, play golf, and cheer on the STLSC MLS team.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
Join us for our first official episode of Season 5, all about technology. In this episode our co-hosts discuss their own feelings and experiences with technology. We talk about everything from youtube addiction to life without technology. Join us for our full season about the role technology can play in doing good in the world.
Want more information about The Giving Square and how to facilitate deeper community connections for kids, check us out: www.thegivingsquare.org!
We know how kids experienced the election, but what about kids? Listen to this special edition of "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!", a podcast hosted by kids. This special episode features kids from ages 10 to 17 talking about how they experienced the election, when political identities are formed, and how to handle Thanksgiving celebrations when not everyone agrees.
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Summary: In this final episode of Season 4, "The Real School Life", our co-hosts explored the most controversial location of all, the school cafeteria!
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Alona, Jayden, Aofie, Kivaan, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
Summary: In this episode of Season 4, "The Real School Life", we are in conversation with Brenton Meade & Samira Ibhrahim, two high-school leadership students from Anne Arundel County. We discuss what the Student Government Association is, how to get involved within student government, and the value of different leadership styles that amplify you as a person!
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Alona, Jayden, Aofie, Ibrahim, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
Discussion Prompts (for kids and adults alike):
1: Why did our guests run for office? What do they do in those roles?
2: What is something you learned about student government from this conversation? What surprised you?
- How would you like to express yourself (running for an office, writing letters, having conversations about things that matter? What is your personality? What comes easy for you? What came easy for Brenton? What about Amira?
3: Why is it important to advocate, share your opinions, talk to community leaders, and get involved?
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
Summary: In this episode of Season 4, "The Real School Life", we are in conversation with Caitlin Keegun, a high school health teacher in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. We explore the importance of health class, the health challenges kids and teens face, and how to talk about sensitive topics within the classroom.
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Kivaan, Jayden, Aofie, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
Discussion Prompts (for kids and adults alike):
1: What are some ways you can create a comfortable environment to talk about sensitive topics - at school, at home, between friends?
2: What health challenges do you see that kids and teenagers are facing?
3: Do you agree with Mrs. Keegun that social media has contributed to the increase in mental health issues for kids/students?
4: What are some ways we can be better listeners to our peers when they bring up health/social concerns? (listen to how this is answered )
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
Summary: In this episode of Season 4, "The Real School Life", we are in conversation with Liz McCollum-Lord, an Applied Behavior Analyist from Louisiana. We discuss the importance of accommodating learning in schools, how we can be equitable in the classroom, and how kids can help support the needs of their classmates.
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Leo, Alona, Jayden, Aofie, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
Discussion Prompts (for kids and adults alike):
1: What are some of your difficulties/challenges at school (or in your everyday life)?
2: How do adults help accomodate those challenges?
- What would you do if a teacher or boss wasn't accommodating to your needs? How would you approach that conversation or action?
4: How can kids support classmates who have a specific challenge?
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
Summary: In this episode of Season 4, "The Real School Life", we are in conversation with Maryann Peschel, an experienced teacher from Connecticut. We start with kids’ perceptions and questions about the teachers perspective. We go on to cover everything from safety, to teacher-student conflicts, to teacher concerns, to phones.
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joined by our 11-15 year old hosts Alona, Jayden, Aofie, Kivaan, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
Discussion Prompts (for kids and adults alike):
1: What part of this episode’s conversation stuck out to you?
2: What questions would you have about what it is like to be a teacher? What would you have asked Maryann?
3: What influence have your teachers had on your life?
4: Are teachers philanthropists, ”givers of themselves for the good of humanity”?
5: What ideas do you have for teachers or students about how to make the phone situation better at school?
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation as The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
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Summary: We kick off Season 4, "The Real School Life", with this episode about all the drama and challenges that take place in school bathrooms. Our co-hosts share their memorable bathroom experiences (from elementary to high school). We then welcome Principal Elliot Alter (Rockville, Maryland) to share his perspective about what goes on and what changes behavior. This is a lively conversation you do not want to miss!
Our Hosts: Season 4 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. In this episode Amy is joinined by our returning 11-15 year old hosts Alona, Jayden, Ismahil, Aofie, Kivaan, and TGS Intern (and high school student) Aleena.
Discussion Prompts:
1: Make sure to listen to the crazy stories our own hosts have about their own experiences associated with school bathrooms. What stories would you tell?
2: During the podcast Aleena introduces the idea of the Bystander Effect. When have you been the bystander? When should you have spoken up?
- We also touched on the desire to be cool generating a lot of questionable behaviors. When have you done questionable things in order to fit in? Adults - this question is for you too!
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together to talk about issues that matter to us, no matter our age. This is designed to help us (kids and adults) become more philanthropic in our daily lives. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
If you believe in this work, please make a donation. The Giving Square depends on individual donations, like yours!
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In this episode we interview Andrea Hernandez Rodriguez, Ph.D about how she has applied the principles of "psychological first aid" to address the immediate needs of the people affected by the wildfires in Maui. To learn more about Andrea and her work, please check out Global Giving.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. This episode is co-hosted with Aleena and our returning 12-13 year old hosts Kivaan, Alona, and Ismahil & Ibrahim.
Looking for resources for how you can help people affected by the fires? Support organizations such as the Maui food bank, Pacific Birth Collective , and the Maui Strong Fund.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Thank you to our Season 3 sponsor, The Serimus Foundation!
Summary: In this Episode we interview Devin W. Moore, a UMD sophomore who is the Founder of #RaceToSpeakUp - an anti-bullying organization and the author of Devin Speaks Up, a book about Devin's experience with bullying. This episode explores what bullying is and what we can do about it.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. Episode 25 is co-hosted by 11-14 year old hosts Leo, Aofie, Ismahil and Ibrahim and TGS’s high school intern Aleena.
Sponsors: Today's episode is sponsored by the Do Good Institute at the University of Maryland. The entire season is hosted by The Serimus Foundation.
Tips: Want more resources and ideas for how you can combat bullying and to be an upstander!
1: Learn more about bullying. Find out about the anti-bullying policies at your school. Read Devin Speaks Up, a book to learn about how to help yourself and others.
2. Report it. Record and report whenever you experience or see bullying and tell a trusted adult.
- Get loud! Listen towards the end of the episode for some advice on how you can get someone to help with your voice!
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Summary: In this Episode we interview Paul Thonnessen, the Executive Director for the Friends of the Children's Justice Center in Maui. an organization focused on helping kids in trauma and facing abuse. Paul shares how Maui community and Friends of the Children's Justice Center of Maui came together to give kids effected by the fires a festival.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by:
- Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square
- Aleena Malik, Intern for The Giving Square
- Aoife, Jayden, and Leo, Returning 10-13 year old Co-hosts
Resources: Visit Friends of the Children's Justice Center in Maui to learn more about all they do to support kids. Watch this Facebook video referenced in this episode.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Sponsor: This season is sponsored by The Serimus Foundation.
Summary: In this Episode we interview Ava Abtahi, Biomedical Research Fellow at the National Institute of Health in Washington DC. Ava is focused on discovering solutions to multiple diseases. Listen to learn more on how she became a scientist and the extraordinary goals she wants to pursue.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. This episode is co-hosted by 10-14 year olds Arianna, Sam, Jayden, Aoife and TGS's high school intern Aleena.
Our Sponsor: Season 3 is sponsored by the Serimus Foundation, an organization focused on nurturing the unique capacities of every child.
Tips: Want more resources on how you can have a social impact through science:
- Wash your hands! Listen to the episode or check out CDC- Prevention Actions to find out why.
- Pursue a career in science. Pay attention to role models like Ava to learn more.
- Contribute to research as a student participant or data collector.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we have a lot to learn from each other. Conversations like these deepen our understanding of what people are going through while giving us insights about how we can all do a better job of supporting each other. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square. The Giving Square is a 501(c)3.
Summary: In this Episode we interview Eddy Garcia a farmer, surfer, and Executive Director of the Regeneration Education Centers and Living Earth Systems. In this episode we learn about how Eddy has focused his work to address the housing crisis since the Maui fires.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. This episode is co-hosted by 5th graders Ismahil and Ibrahim and 11th grader Aleena.
The Podcast: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Resources for helping people displaced and affected by the Maui fires:
1: Support Eddy's work at the Regeneration Education Centers!
- Support the local community foundation's Maui Strong initiative.
3: Listen towards the end of the episode for some advice as tourist how we can support Maui during this challenging time.
Our Sponsor: Season 3 is sponsored by the Serimus Foundation, an organization focused on nurturing the unique capacities of every child.
Summary: In this Episode we interviewed college student Marie Brodsky and recent graduate Kat Close, Founders of WISE Cities, an tech initiative focused on addressing the issue of social isolation among the elderly.
Our Hosts: This episode is co-hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square, and our returning 13 year old hosts Sam and Kivaan.
Our Sponsor: This episode is sponsored by The Do Good Institute at the University of Maryland.
Additional Resources: Want to learn more on how you can address social isolation among the elderly?
- Explore and support WISE CITIES at https://www.wisecities.us/
- Volunteer at your local senior center.
- Learn more about social isolation by exploring resources such as: World Health Organization: Reducing social isolation among older people and NHS: Loneliness in older people
Summary: In our first episode of Season 3 we interview Emmery (a 2nd grader) and Alison (her mom) about their personal experience with the Maui fires and how they use their experiences and resources to help their community.
Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. This episode is co-hosted by Alona, a philanthropic middle schooler from Maryland.
Tips: Want to do more to help those affected by the Maui fires?
- Donate to the organizations that Emmery and Alison recommended: The Maui Food Bank, Hands On Maui, Pacific Birth Collective, and the Maui Strong Fund.
- Trying to figure out whether or not (and how) to vacation on Maui? Listen to the end of this episode for advice from Alison and Emmery.
The Series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Summary: We close out our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too! with our final of two episodes about basic needs. This episodes explores the importance of access to affordable diapers, family volunteering, and when it is time to move on as a leader.
Our special guest is Corinne Cannon, Founder of the DC Diaper Bank.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: We close out our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too! with two episodes about basic needs, the first focusing on food security.
Our special guest is Donna Banzon, Director, Heathy Foods at Martha's Table.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
Want to engage more about the topic of food security? One of our favorite resources for 11-14 year olds is Free Lunch by Rex Ogle that we learned about through our partnership with the Children and Teens team at Politics and Prose).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: In this episode we interview Sam Geller-Cheney about his experience as a Virginia State Page and his thoughts and learnings about the value of public service.Â
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with Mara Shepherd and 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.Â
Summary: In this episode we interview Rachel Solomon, retired lawyer in the public defenders office and concerned citizen about children's right to play.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with Mara Shepherd and 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
Related links:
The NPR project mapping accessible playgrounds.
The UN Rights of the Child in detail.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: In this episode we interview Greta Mauch (communications strategist, writer) about her experience advocating for accessibility on a university campus. Find out more about Greta at: www.GretaMauch.com
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with Mara Shepherd and 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: We continue our exploration of disabilities with a conversation with Asha-Rose Sereda. Asha shares both her experiences related to disabilities but also how her own pain and challenges were used to help others. Â
Suggested reading:Â After listening to this episode we suggest the following books.
- Just Ask: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You! by Sonia Sotomayor
- Benji, the Bad Day, and Me by Sally J Pla
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with Mara Shepherd and 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.Â
Summary: We continue our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with an exploration of disabilities. Todays conversations is designed to connect all of us on a more human level to the experience of having a disability.
Our special guests: David Godoy (Athlete/Ambassador, Special Olympics Maryland) and Robert Gittering (Usher, The Kennedy Center).
Suggested reading: After listening to this episode we suggest the following books and websites.
- Just Ask: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You! by Sonia Sotomayor
- Benji, the Bad Day, and Me by Sally J Pla
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with Mara Shepherd and 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: We continue our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with an episode on the power of art to help others. This story was created previously in partnership with Youth Art for Healing, an organization that just announced that they will be closing their doors but living on their impact through the Matt Papirmeister Award scholarship for high school seniors.
This story links to our previous episodes on grief in that art is a powerful healing force and that the scholarship fund is dedicated to the late son of their Executive Director Jan Papirmeister. "This award is designed not only to commemorate Matt’s kind spirit and zest for life, but also to support and honor student artists who, with their creativity, empathy, and commitment, give to others." For more information.
Our special guests are middle and high school artists involved with Youth Art for Healing.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
This episode includes sensitive content about people's stories of loss.
Summary: We continue our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with the second of two episodes about grief, the most pressing concern amongst 3-5th grade participants in our programs in 2023.
Our special guest is Ted Wiard, Executive Director and Founder of Golden Willow Retreat.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
Want to engage more about the topic of grief with kids? The Giving Square suggests these books (recommended by the Children and Teens team at Politics and Prose) as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Jenny Mei is Sad by Tracy Subisak
- The Tenth Good Thing About Barney by Judith Viorst
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
Summary: Curious about what kids are deeply concerned about? We kick off our 2nd season of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, with two episodes about grief, the most pressing concern amongst 3-5th grade participants in our programs in 2023.
Our special guest is Gilly Cannon, Senior Director of Children's Bereavement Services at Caring Matters,one of the top non-profit organizations chosen by kids to receive $1,000 grants this season. Robertas House was another.
Our hosts: Season 2 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. along with 12-13 year old returning hosts (Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim, Sam) and our new 9-11 year hosts (Rita, Aoife, and Jo).
Want to engage more about the topic of grief with kids? The Giving Square suggests these books (recommended by the Children and Teens team at Politics and Prose) as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Jenny Mei is Sad by Tracy Subisak
- The Tenth Good Thing About Barney by Judith Viorst
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates that we can all come together and talk about personal, complicated things, no matter our age. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Special thanks to Dave Schatz for contributing his production skills and to our special Season 2 Sponsor, Squiggle Drop. Check out this great and challenging game for all ages on Apple Arcade.
In this bonus episode kids share their wishes for the world in 2023? This episode is short and sweet and I encourage you to listen to the end.Â
Summary: In our Season 1 finale episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we explore what it is like to recently arrive into the United States, as a child..with an interview with Marjorie, a young immigrant from Guatemala.
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square). Special thanks to Moira Barutta for translating during the interview.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic with kids? The Giving Square endorses these books as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Lubna and Pebby (ages 4+)
- A Different Pond by Bao Phi (ages 4+)
- La Frontero by Deborah Mills and Alfredo Alvo (ages 6+)
- Gibberish by Young Vo (ages 4+)
- Drawn Together by Minh LĂŞ (ages 3+)
- Muhammad Najem, War Reporter by Muhammad Najem and Nora Neus (ages 8+) WATCH THIS BOOK EVENT
Summary: In our seventh episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we continue to explore the immigrant and refugee experience...with an interview with Catelijne Sillevis, Head of the Department of Child Psychologists, Nordis in the Netherlands.
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic with kids? The Giving Square endorses these books as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Lubna and Pebby (ages 4+)
- A Different Pond by Bao Phi (ages 4+)
- La Frontero by Deborah Mills and Alfredo Alvo (ages 6+)
- Gibberish by Young Vo (ages 4+)
- Drawn Together by Minh LĂŞ (ages 3+)
- Muhammad Najem, War Reporter by Muhammad Najem and Nora Neus (ages 8+) WATCH THIS BOOK EVENT
Summary: In our sixth episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we continue to explore immigrant and refugee experiences...with a personal story about Alona's mom, Iris.
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic with kids? The Giving Square endorses these books as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Lubna and Pebby (ages 4+)
- A Different Pond by Bao Phi (ages 4+)
- La Frontero by Deborah Mills and Alfredo Alvo (ages 6+)
- Gibberish by Young Vo (ages 4+)
- Drawn Together by Minh LĂŞ (ages 3+)
- Muhammad Najem, War Reporter by Muhammad Najem and Nora Neus (ages 8+) WATCH THIS BOOK EVENT
Summary: In our fifth episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we continue to explore immigrant and refugee experiences...with personal story from Agnes Leshner.
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square).
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic with kids? The Giving Square endorses these books as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Lubna and Pebby (ages 4+)
- A Different Pond by Bao Phi (ages 4+)
- La Frontero by Deborah Mills and Alfredo Alvo (ages 6+)
- Gibberish by Young Vo (ages 4+)
- Drawn Together by Minh LĂŞ (ages 3+)
Summary: In our fourth episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we explore the immigrant and refugee experience...starting with stories from the past.Â
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square).Â
Our special guests: Sam's grandmother Sue Geller (also a Fellow of The Giving Square!) shares her family's refugee story.Â
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic with kids? The Giving Square endorses these books as starting points for kids (and former kids!) of all ages:
- Lubna and Pebby (ages 4+)
- A Different Pond by Bao Phi (ages 4+)
- La Frontero by Deborah Mills and Alfredo Alvo (ages 6+)
- Gibberish by Young Vo (ages 4+)
- Drawn Together by Minh LĂŞ (ages 3+)
Summary: In our third episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we explore what it is like to work in a hospital, caring for kids. What can we learn about their work? What can we discover about the experiences of kids?
Our hosts: Amy Neugebauer co-hosts with Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam (11 and 12 year old Fellows of The Giving Square).
Our special guests: co-host Jayden's uncle Matthew (an ER nurse), Sonia's uncle Father Nick (a chaplain), and Thuy and Laura, two educators from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center Children's Cancer Hospital's Pediatric Education and Creative Arts Program.
Episode sponsor: Hillshire Farms Snacked! Would you or your organization/company like to be a sponsor for a future episode? Write to us.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic? Start by reading or listening to The Giving Square-approved personal narratives such as:
- Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar (ages 10 to adult)
- Just Ask by Sonia Sotomayor (ages 4 to adult)
- Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (ages 7 to adult)
- The Lemonade Club by Patricia Polacco (ages 6 to adult)
- Individual stories found on the StoryCorps website.
Summary: In our second episode of Kids are Philanthropists, Too!, we explore mental health challenges that come with being sick. By listening to this intergenerational conversation, you will have new insights about how to help individuals and families during and after a health crisis. This episode helps us move beyond "just call me if you need anything."
Our co-hosts: Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam. These 10-12 year old students were 2021 Fellows of The Giving Square. Know of someone who would enjoy being a co-host? Have them apply for our next cohort of TGS Fellows (write to info@thegivingsquare.org for more information).
Our special guests: Jennifer Aspengren, Founder of the Alongside Network, and Kids for Kids Fund Alumni at Rolling Terrace Elementary School.
Episode sponsor: Hillshire Farms Snacked! Would you or your organization/company like to be a sponsor for a future episode? Write to us.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic? Start by reading or listening to The Giving Square-approved personal narratives such as:
- Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar (ages 10 to adult)
- Just Ask by Sonia Sotomayor (ages 4 to adult)
- Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (ages 7 to adult)
- The Lemonade Club by Patricia Polacco (ages 6 to adult)
- Individual stories found on the StoryCorps website.
Vocabulary: mental health, congenital defect, cartilage, PTSD, NICU, respiratory
Summary: In this first official episode of the podcast, we cover physical health challenges as experienced by kids and adults. Listen to hear their perspectives and get some new ideas for how to support friends and loved ones dealing with health challenges.
Our co-hosts: Jayden, Alona, Leo, Ismahil, Ibrahim and Sam. These 10-12 year old students were 2021 Fellows of The Giving Square. Know of someone who would enjoy being a co-host? Have them apply for our next cohort of TGS Fellows (write to info@thegivingsquare.org for more information).
Our special guests: Melanie and Ron
Episode sponsor: Hillshire Farms Snacked! Would you or your organization/company like to be a sponsor for a future episode? Write to us.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Want to engage more in this topic? Start by reading or listening to TGS-approved personal narratives such as:
- Lucky Broken Girl by Ruth Behar (ages 10 to adult)
- Just Ask by Sonia Sotomayor (ages 4 to adult)
- Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes (ages 7 to adult)
- The Lemonade Club by Patricia Polacco (ages 6 to adult)
- Individual stories found on the StoryCorps website.
Vocabulary: Cancer, Crohn's Disease, Colonoscopy, Migraine, MRI, Oncologist, Thyroid
This episode: A group of students explore what they know and think about philanthropy, introducing us to new ways of thinking about issues that matter.
Our guests: middle school students from The Diener School. The podcast was the culmination of a curriculum-based partnership with The Giving Square.
The series: "Kids are Philanthropists, Too!" demonstrates what we all can learn from children who have embraced their philanthropic identity and capacities. Like the podcast? Spread the word! Get involved, follow and support The Giving Square.
Resources for adults:
- "Teaching kids how to give," a podcast from the Urban Institute.
- "Kids are undiscovered community assets," a publication from the Missouri State University School of Public Affairs.
- Unselfie by Michele Borba Ed. D.
- No Citizen Left Behind by Meira Levinson
- Future "Kids are Philanthropists too" episodes! Keep listening.
TGS-approved books for kids (and adults!) about kids' role in community:
- Maybe, by Kobi Yamada
- Strictly No Elephants, by Lisa Mantchev
- Milo Imagines the World, by Matt de la Peña
Vocabulary: Philanthropist, Axolotl, Depression, Homophobia