A group of people who pool their money, time, and decision-making to give collectively to the causes they care about.
Anyone who wants to give in community. Faith groups, professional networks, families, neighborhoods, workplaces, high-school classes, alumni groups — giving circles work almost anywhere trust already lives.
Circles start at any size — some pool $500/year, others $500,000.
No. Many circles use fiscal sponsors, community foundations, or donor-advised funds.
Voting, consensus, rotating stewards — we have templates for each.
A landmark study of how giving circles and collaborative funds are shaping U.S. philanthropy — with data on size, growth, and demographics.
A short guide with prompts, templates, and examples to help you invite others into your circle in under 60 seconds.
Storytelling frameworks, quote templates, and social media assets to help you share what your circle is doing and why.
A field scan of giving circle models across 5 continents — governance, sizes, cultural contexts, and community outcomes.
Stay connected to the giving together movement. Field updates, new resources, and stories — monthly.