This document summarizes the 2000 film Pay It Forward. It discusses the film's plot, in which a boy launches a goodwill movement by doing favors for others that they must "pay forward" by doing favors for three new people. It also lists the film's director, writer, and main cast. Additionally, it provides definitions of philanthropy as the love of humanity and private initiatives for public good. A chain of events from the film is outlined where Trevor helps Jerry, Jerry helps Trevor's mom, and Trevor's mom talks to Trevor's grandmother, who goes on to help others.