Business and Professional Communication Quarterly Jun 2018

Student Philanthropy: Experiencing Grant Proposals From the Funder’s Perspective

Janel Bloch Northern Kentucky University

Abstract

Student philanthropy projects empower students to become grant givers. Through learning by giving, students get hands-on practice making decisions with real monetary impact. This article explains the steps in a student philanthropy project in a grant-writing course, illustrating how business and professional communication courses can be a natural partner for this approach. Results of a qualitative survey show how student philanthropy enhances learning by turning the tables, enabling learners to become decision makers with the important responsibility of writing, evaluating, and responding to communication in ways that will have positive effects on nonprofits in their community.

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Business and Professional Communication Quarterly
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2018-06-01
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10.1177/2329490617752576
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