The Chronicle of Philanthropy

'Karma' Video Game Promotes Altruism

Do Something, a youth organization in New York, has created Karma Tycoon, a free online video game it hopes will introduce teenagers to the nonprofit world, encourage volunteerism, and teach financial responsibility.

Players have to watch their budgets carefully as they set up a nonprofit organization — a homeless shelter, youth center,...

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