Inspired by the Women’s Philanthropy Symposium’s theme—Be Bold. Be Brave. Be the Bridge—CircleUp Chicago invites you to explore collective giving with dozens of changemakers from across the country.

What if the boldest thing you could do with your philanthropy is share it?

That question is what will guide this high-spirited evening of connection and possibility. Together, we’ll experience the joy of gathering and learning as we hear how collective giving is transforming philanthropy by bringing people together to pool resources, build community and make decisions.

Collective giving is the fastest-growing form of philanthropy with more than 4,000 giving circles around the world. At its core, collective giving showcases how the powerful act of giving together can amplify our impact and build bridges across communities.

Join us for an intimate gathering that will shine a light on the women leading this movement in Chicago and beyond. You’ll meet local and national leaders, hear their stories, and discover how you can be a bridge by starting, joining, supporting, or funding giving circles.

CircleUps are a great way to connect with fellow giving circle members in your local community. Want to partner with Philanthropy Together to host one in your city? Contact us at hello@philanthropytogether.org.

Registration for CircleUp Chicago is now closed. Doors open at 6:30PM on March 31.

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March 31-April 1, 2026

Join the 2026 Women’s Philanthropy Symposium, the most influential gathering in philanthropy where women donors, corporate leaders, and nonprofit innovators unite to tackle the hard conversations that drive real change. From the multi-trillion dollar wealth transfer to AI-powered giving, we’re not just talking trends—we’re creating them.