The Youth and Philanthropy Initiative is thriving during the COVID-19 pandemic — here’s how

Author Brennan Doherty
Unlike many youth-centred charitable programs, YPI doesn’t ask students to fundraise

Why It Matters

YPI offers students the chance to not only learn about issues within their community, but see the impact that philanthropy has on local charities. Many school-based programs are currently shut down to the pandemic at a time when charities are needed more than ever, but YPI’s model is quite resilient.

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