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All About Giving Circles

Starting and Running Better Giving Circles

Giving Circle Knowledge Center

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A giving circle is a group of people who pool their donations because we know that together we leverage our time, money, and intellectual resources to GIVE BETTER AND GIVE BIGGER.

There are hundreds of giving circles around the country donating more than $100 million every year. Here are some of their stories and lots of ideas and strategies for starting and running your own circle.

Recent Posts

University of Arkansas Women’s Giving Circle

I was fortunate to benefit from Charlotte Taylor's, the Senior Director of Development at the University of Arkansas, vast experience in running the Women's Giving Circle. Launched in 2002, they have … [Read More...]

Women Investing in the School of Education

I really enjoyed chatting with Margot Neufeld about the giving circle she helped launch at the University of Colorado at Boulder. As the Senior Director of Development for the School of Education, she … [Read More...]

Does my giving circle need to be a 501(c)(3)?

To 501(c)(3) or not to 501(c)(3)? That is the question. It depends. If you're starting out large and collecting lots of money, then considering starting pursuing a 501(c)(3) … [Read More...]

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Giving Circle Interviews

Listen to Mp3 interviews with founders and leaders, and members of giving circles who share their best practices and experiences.

Giving Circle Articles

Articles, templates, checklists, and more to help you run a successful giving circle.

Categories

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Favorite Posts

  • Start a Giving Circle Step 2: Set Your Rules
  • Citizens Care Giving Circle Foundation Interview
  • Start a Giving Circle Step 3: Grow
  • Pass The Hat Interview
  • Start a Giving Circle Step 1: Talk to People
  • Start a Giving Circle Step 4: Maintain a Healthy Circle
  • Giving Circle of Hope Interview: How They Grant Money
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Blogroll

  • 10 Tips for Giving Wisely
  • Giving Circle ath the Giving Forum
  • Giving Circles Network
  • Living Generously
  • Questions to Ask Before Donating

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