I uphold the value that children are our future.” To pursue this value
What is a Giving Goal?
Often, the idealism of youth is lost as one achieves success and acquires material possessions later in life. What was originally considered to be “enough” or even “beyond my wildest dreams” can become just another milestone on one’s quest…
Capturing your current vision of how you wish to give of yourself and your resources in the future could help you plan to give more meaningfully. Revisiting this vision in ten or twenty years could provide a reminder of the ideals of your youth that may shape or re-shape your future actions.
If you have already posted your Giving Goal and would like to update your email for future reminders, please contact [email protected]
Step 1
Have a healthy and vigorous dialogue in your class on the general idea of having a personal Giving Goal as a college student.
Step 2
Set a Giving Goal concerning your future giving plans.
Step 3
Share a brief statement of your Giving Goals on The Philanthropy Lab’s portal as a way to inspire others to do the same. You may post anonymously to the public if you wish.
Step 4
Share your permanent email address and phone number with The Philanthropy Lab, for the sole purpose of the reminder mechanism, so we can remind you of your goal in 5 year increments for 20 years into the future.
Alumni Reflections
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Over 4,200+ course participants have written giving goals in a demonstration of leadership!
Anonymous
- Spring
- 2026
I’m still figuring out what my giving will look like, but I know it will follow what’s close to me. I give to the people and causes I’ve actually watched shape a life, whether that’s a disease that’s touched my family, young people without stable footing, or the quiet work of teaching someone how money actually works. For now, my goal is less about a dollar amount and more about building the habit. I want to give consistently, stay close to where it lands, and let what I learn reshape what I do next.
Anonymous
- Spring
- 2026
I aspire to dedicate my time, resources, and expertise to advancing equity and innovation in cancer care. Whether through supporting patient-centered programs, funding early-stage oncology research, or mentoring fellow fighters in the journey, I want my giving to help close the gap between medical discovery and access to life-saving treatment. Over time, I hope to contribute not only financially but also through advocacy, education, and strategic involvement with organizations that empower patients and promote compassionate, evidence-based care. As my career matures, I aim to weave philanthropy into my everyday work, ensuring that progress in oncology translates into hope and healing for every person of every background affected by cancer.
Anonymous
- Spring
- 2026
To give to charities that are doing important causes and don’t have the current funding to expand
Anonymous
- Spring
- 2026
Build habits related to giving. Understand how I want to give and understand what is important to me.
Anonymous
- Spring
- 2026
My goal is to donate to non profit organizations with a focus on animals, specifally santuaries and veternary care for dogs and cats.