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Explore Family Philanthropy

26 Steps, our family philanthropy program, helps parents introduce their children to a lifetime of giving. It’s a resource to nurture the next generation of philanthropists, developing habits of independence, kindness, good judgment and responsibility. Step by step, your child, like a caterpillar, can become a philanthropic butterfly.

Katie's Story »

Katie Lynch had many illnesses and operations during her years as a Children's Hospital Boston patient. But that didn't stop her from constantly, generously, cheerfully giving to others. Small but powerful, she's our shining example of what 26 Steps is all about.


You Can Too! »

Thinking about raising money for something or someone you love? Evan, Sabrina, Eddie and Charlene came up with some great ideas and got a lot of people to help them fundraise. You can too!


Color Me Giving »

Get out your crayons, colored pencils or magic markers. These fantastic pictures need you—the artist!


Good Books »

Read about a talking tree, a boy who makes soup out of a stone, a prince who flies to other planets, and other fun stories. The books on our list will give you great ideas for making the world a better place.


For Parents »

Want to teach your kids about philanthropy? Give them hands-on experience contributing to their family and community? Help them grow new skills of self-reliance and responsibility? Here’s more about our new 26 Steps program and a list of recommended books about family philanthropy.

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Honor it and give thanks with a gift to Children's.
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FROGS TO PHILANTHROPY

Sean Foley’s birthday party
had a “bouncy house”—and unusual gifts.
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