Launchpad is for passionate leaders looking to start their own giving circle. Through this virtual training, you will gain the experience and confidence needed to launch your circles.

Launchpad
A virtual, interactive leadership training program to launch your giving circle
Be part of a movement
Launchpad For You
In just 5 weekly sessions, you’ll meet new friends and gain all the tools you need to make social change happen in your community. Our next cohort begins Tuesday, March 16!

Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Launchpad for?
Launchpad is for unstoppable leaders who just need a few tools & inspiration.
Always thought about starting a giving circle but didn’t quite know how? Launchpad is for leaders like you, ready to step up and stand strong for their local community.
*If you’re an institution — Community Foundation, Federation, etc. — please check out Launchpad For Hosts.
What will I learn during Launchpad?
Within 5 virtual interactive trainings you’ll be able to launch your circle. Launchpad’s leadership trainings will be delivered virtually over the course of 5 weekly sessions plus additional support tools. You’ll learn and build alongside others, hear from real giving circles and their experiences, and build your own confidence to start. The Launchpad training includes:
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Five 75-minute skills-based virtual trainings: the who, what, where, and how of launching your circle. By the end, you’ll have your own custom plan all ready to go.
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Coaching from an experienced giving circle leader
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Additional resources and video content, and a ton of template scripts, agendas, and tools for you to modify
How much does it cost to participate?
Launchpad uses a pay-what-you-want model, with a suggested donation of $50.
Your donation support our work at Philanthropy Together to provide trainings and tools like Launchpad. But we don’t want any size donation to get in the way of you starting your circle.
When is Launchpad?
Philanthropy Together runs Launchpad several times each year for five weeks. Our next cohort kicks off on Tuesday, March 16! Sessions are 75 minutes each with two time offerings: 10A PT / 1P ET and 4P PT / 7P ET.
Spring 2021 Meeting Dates:
- Tuesday, March 16
- Tuesday, March 23
- Tuesday, March 30
- Tuesday, April 6
- Tuesday, April 13
Is Launchpad a good fit for me?
Launchpad For Hosts is specifically for a host institution (such as a Community Foundation, Jewish Federation, Women’s Fund, Issue Fund, Corporation, etc.) to run one or more giving circles within that organization. Hosts offer a range of support services to giving circles.
If you have questions about which program is right for you, please reach out to Director of Engagement Tyeshia Wilson and we’d be happy to discuss: tyeshia@philanthropytogether.org
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Now accepting applications for Spring 2021
Launchpad For You kicks off on Tuesday, March 16! Let us know you’re interested in joining our next cohort by completing the form below and someone from our team will be in touch! Deadline: Friday, March 5
Want to see what the giving circle experience is like?
Download our pop-up giving circle toolkit with a sample agenda, talking points and more!
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