Students explore the concept of philanthropy. For this service learning lesson, students read about the philanthropic works of Oprah Winfrey and her Angel Network. Students discuss issues that are important to them.

A very brief biography of Oprah Winfrey in this encyclopedia article. There is a link to her website.

Learn how Oprah became successful by reading her biography. Organized into several sections: "Television Pioneer," "Magazine Founder & Editorial Director," "Producer/Actress," "Philanthropist," "Television Programming Creator,"...

Learn how Oprah became successful by reading her biography. Organized into several sections: "Television Pioneer," "Magazine Founder & Editorial Director," "Producer/Actress," "Philanthropist," "Television Programming Creator,"...

Learn how Oprah became a billionaire.

Learn how Oprah became a billionaire.

Read about Oprah and why she is declared one of the 100 most influential people of the twentieth century.

Read about Oprah and why she is declared one of the 100 most influential people of the twentieth century.