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Join us for Launchpad For You in Raleigh / Durham, NC

Please note: This in-person event has been canceled due to low sign-ups. We invite you to join us virtually on Tuesday, September 27 or Wednesday, October 5!

Everyone can be a changemaker and philanthropist — including you!

People are coming together around the globe to create the change they want to see in their communities, through the power of a giving circle.

Launchpad is a training for passionate leaders looking to start their own giving circle. Join us to gain the experience, tools, and confidence to launch — all alongside other Triangle community members.

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Starting a Giving Circle

Photo: East Bay Latina Giving Circle

Gather

Gather a group of friends, family, co-workers, and/or community members

Discuss

Discuss the vision and values that motivate you to give and see commonality within your group

Decide

Pool your funds and decide where to give based on your values

Give

Give your pooled donation — your individual gift is multiplied by the power of the group!

Engage

Engage beyond your gift — with your membership and with organizations you support for multiplied impact

Learn more about the giving circle model at WhatIsAGivingCircle.com

You have the vision to start a giving circle in the Triangle area and to give with intention and meaning. We have the tips and tools to help you move your giving circle from vision to reality. Sign up today to get started

See why others love Launchpad For You

Michael L.
2021 Launchpad Participant

Participating in Launchpad was an incredible experience, combining high quality materials expertly delivered with engaging conversations and lots of encouragement!

Catherine F.
2021 Launchpad Participant

Launchpad was incredibly motiving and addressed so many of my questions — and anticipated those I hadn’t yet considered. Philanthropy Together is a wonderful resource!

Angela W.
2020 Launchpad Participant

If you have a love of people & community and want to make a difference in your communities with like-minded people…start with LaunchPad!  You won’t regret it!

Caitlin K.
2021 Launchpad Participant

The Launchpad program was an inspirational experience! The Philanthropy Together team’s enthusiasm, expertise and support throughout the program was invaluable and I now feel I have the necessary tools and knowledge to be successful with the launch of my giving circle.

Stephanie M.
2021 Launchpad Participant

I kept putting off the idea of starting a giving circle. Launchpad was the perfect next step to making this idea a reality. The diversity of staff, speakers and participants also made it a safe space to really engage.

Jessica N.
2020 Launchpad Participant

“Launchpad brings hope to the idea of making philanthropy a more democratic and equitable space for all.”

Alayah G.
2020 Launchpad Participant

“I came to Launchpad totally believing that I was not capable, that I did not have a clear vision, that I was not the right person to manifest something that I really think belongs in the world right now. I leave Launchpad feeling totally empowered, feeling confident about my voice in philanthropy and change.”

Anita G.
2020 Launchpad Participant

“Participating in Launchpad has been an empowering experience. It’s one thing to understand why and how giving circles are so valuable in theory, but it can seem daunting to take that first step in practice. Thanks to the team, the carefully structured guidance and inspiring real-life stories, I feel ready to launch.”

Jordan B.
2020 Launchpad Participant

“Launchpad gave me the opportunity to get more familiar with giving circles and, more importantly, the people behind them. The toolkit provided me with much needed structure to better define my thoughts. In all, the series was so much fun and I hope to be able to keep in touch with everyone as my giving…

Meet Giving Circle Founders and Leaders

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