About the
Philanthropiece
Banner The Philanthropiece Banner is designed from folk art embroideries, stitched
by women of the group, Artesana Maya. The embroideries express the rich
Mayan culture of Guatemala. Weaving and embroidery have
long been practiced by Mayan women, and these folk art embroideries allow
the women to share their culture daily life while earning money
through their craft. For more information and to purchase an embroidery of your own, please visit the Foundations for Education website. Signature panel on back of "El Rio",
rightmost banner square.
The
Youth Global Leadership program is a youth-designed, local program that mentors and encourages youth to engage civically and empowers them to act upon their passions. Through individual growth plans and local and international service learning opportunities, the YGL participants strive to become the next generation of knowledgeable, passionate, and empowered global leaders.
In the past year the YGL Design team, comprised of 11 local youth, has worked diligently to design and develop a worthwhile program. YGL is shaping up to be an amazing experience that will not only positively impact each individual participant but also their local and global communities. Applications are now being accepted! Contact
with any questions.
Brief History of Philanthropiece’s involvement with youth
Philanthropiece has long recognized that today's youth are our world's future leaders. We are committed to seeking and creating opportunities to engage them in the world of philanthropy and empower them to make a difference. From 2006 - 2008, Philanthropiece partnered with the Community Foundation Serving Boulder County on the Junior Philanthropy program and the Vision of Giving Student Art Contest to encourage local youth to participate in philanthropy and volunteerism.
Since that time, Philanthropiece has been exploring other ways to involve local youth in the work we do and equip them with the skills needed to become thoughtful, action oriented global citizens. In January 2010, we held an all day design retreat and asked local students to share their ideas for a youth-focused, leadership program. This program is being designed by local youth to offer students the opportunity to make a difference in their world by providing them with leadership skills, entrepreneurial skills, international travel experiences and service-learning projects.
In the past year the YGL Design team, comprised of 11 local youth, has worked diligently to design and develop a worthwhile program. YGL is shaping up to be an amazing experience that will not only positively impact each individual participant but also their local and global communities. 
Since that time, Philanthropiece has been exploring other ways to involve local youth in the work we do and equip them with the skills needed to become thoughtful, action oriented global citizens. In January 2010, we held an all day design retreat and asked local students to share their ideas for a youth-focused, leadership program. This program is being designed by local youth to offer students the opportunity to make a difference in their world by providing them with leadership skills, entrepreneurial skills, international travel experiences and service-learning projects. 
