How does Circles® work?
Circles® is a unique partnership of a Circle Leader and 3 to 4 Allies.
Circle Leaders are low income individuals (and their families) who have the determination and dedication to break out of the cycle of poverty. By engaging in meaningful relationships with their Allies, Circle Leaders and families can break through their isolation and achieve a better quality of life.
Allies are community volunteers who share their experience, time, and energy to help a Circle Leader and their family “figure out” how to get out and stay out of the cycle of poverty. Engaging in meaningful relationships with a family and helping them grow and succeed provides a deep sense of fulfillment while bringing real meaning and quality to life!
Creating a Circle is done by matching a Circle Leader with 3 to 4 Allies. Individuals are matched based on interests and family goals. Circle Leaders gather weekly. Allies attend at least one weekly meeting per month and provide coaching for Circle Leaders.
The Goal is to identify barriers and solutions to help individuals and families move out and stay out of poverty, and to strengthen community! By working with families, Allies can see what barriers keep families stuck. Together we look for and participate in real solutions.
