Giving Circles

Giving circles are an increasingly popular way for people to enjoy philanthropy. Like an investment club or book club, participants join with other like-minded community residents to pool funds and then explore & learn together by building a grant portfolio in a critical issue area.

MCCF’s professional staff helps the giving circle develop giving guidelines, learn about effective grantmaking, review proposals, conduct site visits and finalize funding decisions.

Giving through a giving circle is also an excellent way to leverage resources. By pooling individual charitable gift money, the giving circle members can make larger grants and have a greater impact in the community.

Giving Circles provide a fun, engaging process with great personal rewards. Learn more about MCCF’s giving circles, like the Donors InVesting in the Arts (DIVAs).