Students enrolled in Associate Professor Lindsey McDougle’s "Philanthropy: Volunteerism, Fundraising, and Community Service" course in Spring 2024 at Rutgers SPAA were provided with funds as part of an experiential philanthropy initiative supported by a generous grant from the Learning by Giving Foundation. The students were then responsible for distributing funds to area nonprofit organizations that they believe make an important difference in the community. Students chose to award a $5,000 grant to Purpose Driven Girlz Learning Center, Inc., which looks to function as a community classroom setting where girls experience learning opportunities that they may not be receiving in their public school system.