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Starting and Running Better Giving Circles

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

by Sharon

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...]

Filed Under: Articles, Newer Giving Circle

Pass The Hat Interview

by Sharon

The best part about interviewing giving circle leaders around the country is that I get to talk to amazing people to doing amazing work. Pass The Hat members contribute $2/month to help families in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Donation Amount, Favorite, Interview, Marketing, Newer Giving Circle, Recruiting Members, Structured Grant Cycle

What Is Your Vision?

by Sharon

I think the biggest question the founders of a giving circle need to be clear about is, "What Is Our Vision?" Practically speaking, your vision guides the giving circles actions and direction … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Articles, Marketing, Newer Giving Circle

Impact 100- Richmond

by Sharon

Talley Baratka is full of energy and passion! She helped launch this giving circle 3 years ago, and in their first year they had 98 members and donated $109,000. Wow. Seriously. Wow! She shares how … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interview, Membership Structure, Newer Giving Circle, Recruiting Members

Devata Giving Circle Interview

by Sharon

I did this interview a while ago, but you know technology isn't perfect. We had a bad connection, and the recording was just too rough to put up on the website. It was painful for me to listen to, and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interview, Minority, Newer Giving Circle

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