Resource Library

Learn from The Council as they discuss what racial equity is and why it’s important, as well as what it can enable you to do differently in your giving circle work.

Watch as Shiree Teng, Developmental Evaluation Consultant and Amber Gonzales-Vargas of the Latino Community Foundation as they discuss how facilitators can navigate a group meeting and resolve conflict by centering relationships.

Let’s unpack what’s at the heart of trust-based philanthropy. Hear from philanthropy leaders as they share their personal experiences of relationship-building in the field.

Looking for ways to boost your membership engagement at meetings? Check out these tips for ways to facilitate an engaging meeting and encourage your members to show up!

Look through more than 100 ideas for how to start your giving circle meeting, help members get to know one another, and bring some laughter to your giving circle!

Ready to launch your circle? Here’s a guide to finding and securing your first members, who will serve as your founding team.

Hear from Andrea Pactor of the Women’s Philanthropy Institute, and Adriana Loson-Ceballos of the Latino Community Foundation’s San Diego Giving Circle as they discuss ways to evaluate members’ experience in a giving circle.

Whether you’re recruiting new members, seeking prospective funders or meeting potential partners, an elevator pitch is a handy resource. Watch this video to hear two formulas for crafting your pitch.