Giving circles are changing communities around the world. Imagine the power and impact of teaming up with others in this growing movement — living in or near Denver — with shared values and a commitment to making the world a better place.
CircleUp Denver brings together giving circle members in the area for networking, learning and fun! Join Philanos, Philanthropy Together, and The Women’s Foundation of Colorado, in collaboration with Community Investment Network and Grapevine, on Thursday, April 11 at 5:30 PM MT to hear how giving circles are supporting BIPOC-led grassroots nonprofits locally and fueling a growing global movement.
This event is open to ALL giving circle members, supporters of collective giving groups, and anyone looking to join the movement. Spread the word and invite others to join you at CircleUp! Space is limited — RSVP soon!
Event Schedule:
- 5:30PM – Social Networking (food and refreshments provided!)
- 6:00 PM- Panel Discussion on building the capacity of giving circles and individual donors to support nonprofits, especially BIPOC-led and grassroots
- Speakers from four women-led, local giving circles: LatinasGive!, The Community Chest, Sisterhood of Philanthropists Impacting Needs (SPIN), and Denver Women in Business for Good
- 7:00 PM – Roundtable discussions on giving circle best practices
- Discussions will be facilitated by leaders of Impact100 Metro Denver, Social Venture Partners Denver, Women’s Foundation of Colorado, Philanos, and Impact 100 Cincinnati. Focus areas include: Membership Engagement, Telling your Story, Grantmaking, Community Leadership and Preparing Future Giving Circle Leaders
- 7:45 PM – Closing Remarks