A New Way to Give, Built by Community.
The Foundation for the Mid South is supporting giving
circles—bringing people together to pool resources,
support local organizations, and invest in the communities
they care about most.
What is a Giving Circle?
A Giving Circle is a group of people
who come together to pool their money, time, and talents to support causes they care about.
Members give what they can and decide together where those resources go.
Giving Circles bring people into the process, not just as donors, but as participants in shaping impact.
Why Collective
Giving Matters
- Too often, the communities closest to the challenges are the furthest from the resources.
- Giving circles bring people together to invest directly in their communities, supporting organizations that are doing meaningful work on the ground.
- Across the country, collective giving continues to grow, with thousands of giving circles mobilizing billions of dollars in support of local communities.
This is philanthropy shaped by proximity, relationships, and shared purpose.
Giving Circles are Simple and Flexible.
Imagine a group
of 10 people
Each contributing
$1 a day
Per person
each year
Collectively
Add time, skills, and
shared effort, and that support grows even further
FMS as Host and Partner
The Foundation for the Mid South provides the structure and support to help giving circles operate effectively.
- Manages the fund and processes donations
- Ensures contributions are tax-deductible
- Provides guidance, tools, and resources
- Connects circles to broader networks
Giving Circles in Action
Giving circles across the region are already making an impact.
From groups supporting Black-led nonprofits to initiatives preserving local history and investing in community change, collective giving continues to grow in meaningful ways.
These examples reflect what is possible when people come together with shared purpose.
Join the Movement
The Foundation for the Mid South is bringing people together to build and grow giving circles across the region.
Join us at our Giving Circle Gathering in June to connect with others, learn more, and take the next step.
This an opportunity to be part of something meaningful and community-driven.