Creative Child July 2016 | Page 12

parenting tips Philanthropy comes from the Greek roots philos meaning “loving” and anthropos meaning man. Simply put, it’s the practice of helping people. Make no mistake; it does take practice. According to Talk About Giving, philanthropy offers families an opportunity to strengthen bonds as they unite around common goals. If you share hobbies with your kids such as cooking, science, art, or books, find a charity that already aligns with your child’s interests. And if your budget is tight, don’t worry! Giving doesn’t have to mean giving money. 11