−Philanthropist Doris Buffett founded the Sunshine Lady Foundation in 1996.
−The Learning by Giving program began in 2003 with the Davidson College Course "Philanthropy and the Non−Profit Sector."
−Each collegiate course partner has $10,000 to distribute, and must do so in increments of more than $500.
−Recipients of the grants must be 501(c)3 tax−exempt organizations.
−Learning by Giving is one of two Sunshine Lady Foundation programs. The other is the Sunshine Peace Awards, which recognizes social workers who work to stop domestic violence.
Source: Sunshine Lady Foundation
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