About Us
THE GIVING SQUARE
Our Mission
The Giving Square advances the democratic ideals of equality and civic responsibility by recognizing children as leaders for a new model of philanthropy, one grounded in our natural empathetic connections to the experiences and needs of others.
Our Vision
We envision a world where communities thrive because everyone, especially children, are active, empathetic, and impactful contributors to society.
Our Values
COMMUNITY
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EQUITY
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INCLUSION
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EMPATHY
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ALTRUISM
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DIGNITY
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EMPOWERMENT
We are a part of a shared humanity. We all give and we all receive.
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Life is not fair. We need to make life more equitable for others.
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Everyone’s voice and story matters.
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In order to help others, we need to try to see the world from their perspective.
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We have a responsibility to be compassionate towards and care for others.
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All people deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.
With the right tools and support, everyone, including children, can be valuable contributors to their communities.