What is a giving circle?
The Future of Philanthropy - Reports and resources "dedicated to understanding the whole spectrum of philanthropic giving" including many new forms of community philanthropy where individuals come together to organize their giving."
Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers - "a national philanthropic leader and a network of 32 regional associations of grantmakers." Resources on Giving Circles include a new report, Growth and Impact of Giving Circles (May 2007)
Asian Women Giving Circle - "a group of women pooling and raising resources" for Asian-American communities."
Donors Forum of Chicago - Resources include Giving Circle Starter Kit.
Women's Funding Network - a world-wide membership organizations of over 100 funds that "provide financial support to nonprofit groups working to improve the lives of women and girls."
Giving Circle of HOPE (Helping Other People Everyday) - "provides funds and assistance to people in need in Northern Virginia through grants, monthly service projects, and organizing weekly programs for homeless children and elderly/disabled members of our community."
Women's Philanthropy Fund of Orange County (United Way) - "benefits women and girls in Orange County to empower them to be financially self-sufficient."
Additional resources on this web site ~
Philanthropy - general
Philanthropy - resources for donors
