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Starting and Running Better Giving Circles

Alaska Women’s Giving Circle

by Sharon

Krista Scully, co-creator of the Alaska Women's Giving Circle, share their circle's philosophy on having freedom within their leadership, organizational planning, and donation process. She says they … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Casual Grant Cycle, Interview, Recruiting Members

Keep Your Members Motivated! Talk About Results

by Sharon

In my experience in my own giving circles and in most of the giving circles I speak with, the majority of members are women. Consequently, I pay attention to what makes women enjoy their giving … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Marketing, Meetings, Recruiting Members

Saffron Circle Interview

by Sharon

Varsha Ghosh and I talk about the Saffron Circle. She is especially proud that they've been able to maintain a pan-Asian and multi-generational membership, and they've had a strong focus on … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Established Giving Circle, Interview, Recruiting Members, Structured Grant Cycle

2 factors in choosing how much money giving circle members will donate

by Sharon

I've spoken with giving circles whose members contribute almost no money but lots of time. I've spoken with giving circles whose members contribute $1,000 per year. I've even heard of a rumored … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Donation Amount

A Legacy of Tradition Giving Circle Interview

by Sharon

Giving Circles are not just for women. A Legacy of Tradition is a giving circle made up of African American men, and they focus on supporting the African American men and boys in their community. I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Casual Grant Cycle, Interview, Meetings, Men

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