Do you have a passion for public interest and philanthropy, but do not know how to pursue this in face of complex realities on the ground?Do you want to support meaningful social initiatives, but feel that you lack sufficient financial resources as well as knowledge to evaluate and determine the best projects to work on? Philanthropy in Motion (PIM) provides funding and training to young people to become intelligent givers. Using our evaluation framework, you can analyze and determine the nonprofits and social enterprises that will allow you to maximize your impact. We believe that each and every one of us can be a philanthropist. This upcoming summer, PIM is partnering with The University of Hong Kong to organize Model Foundation. Model Foundation brings together university students to engage in intelligent, charitable giving through directly experiencing the grant-making process of a foundation. Acting as Grant Committee Officers, students will learn how to evaluate China-based NGOs with youth development initiatives and make strategic decisions on how to distribute a PIM fund of 20,000 USD to organizations that they deem to be innovative and impactful.While contributing their time, resources, and ideas to NGOs, students have opportunities to further their personal and professional development through subsequent internships and service projects. This program will be mainly conducted in English.Traininguly1-Aug 8: Online Course and Due DiligenceStudents will:1) Attend our online philanthropy course2) Work in teams to visit and investigate partner non-governmental organizations (NGOs)3) Interview NGO leaders and staff4) Produce evaluation reports on the NGO candidatesHong Kong ConferenceAug 10-15: 6-day conference at The University of Hong KongDuring the conference, Officers will convene for roundtable discussions within committees and make a collective decision on one or more organization(s) to fund. In addition, conference sessions include:1) Interactive workshops led by foundation leaders2) Dialogue with philanthropists from across China and the US3) Site visits to finalist NGOs4) Career mentorship and networking opportunities5) Presentation to a panel of expertsInternshipIn addition to attending the course and conference listed above, students can apply to be placed in a 6-8 week internship in summer (starting in June/July).Students will work in consultation with our partner NGOs and social enterprises on site in Hong Kong or mainland China to develop a service project at addresses the need of the organization. This could involve:1)information technology and management2) social media, web design, and PR-fundraising3) events management4) program development and feedbackProgram Objectivesa. Investigate the philanthropic landscape and gain an in-depth understanding of the nongovernment organization (NGO) space in China, in addition to identifying approaches to and opportunities for effective givingb. Strategize through conducting due diligence and needs assessments of promising organizations. Determine a grant-making strategy to address the issue of youth development c. Network with other students and leaders passionate about the philanthropic sector as part of a community of change-makers d. Practice by performing field analysis and collectively contributing concrete resources, skills or services to NGOs e. Inspire the belief that anyone can make a meaningful impact and engage in philanthropy at any ageWe welcome applications from undergraduates and graduates who are passionate about the social sector.To apply, please check out our website at www.pimchina.org/modelfoundationFirst round deadline: Jan 20, 2015Final round deadline: March 6, 2015Contact Us:info@pimchina.org 关于益启慈善