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Building community to end poverty through intentional friendships, personal transformation, and systemic change led by the people closest to the challenge.
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Allies make the BIGGEST difference—in West Georgia, and all around the country! 💙🌎
Get plugged in with a chapter near you at circlesusa.org/start-circles
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📷 Image credit - Circles of West GA: "We have dreamed of being on Robert Kennimer’s State Farm sign. Dreams coming true on Maple street!!"
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📷 Image credit - Circles of West GA: "We have dreamed of being on Robert Kennimer’s State Farm sign. Dreams coming true on Maple street!!"
September 18, 2026 at 7:01 PM
Allies make the BIGGEST difference—in West Georgia, and all around the country! 💙🌎
Get plugged in with a chapter near you at circlesusa.org/start-circles
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📷 Image credit - Circles of West GA: "We have dreamed of being on Robert Kennimer’s State Farm sign. Dreams coming true on Maple street!!"
Get plugged in with a chapter near you at circlesusa.org/start-circles
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📷 Image credit - Circles of West GA: "We have dreamed of being on Robert Kennimer’s State Farm sign. Dreams coming true on Maple street!!"
We’re excited to share the newest release in our suite of free Big View resources!
Download them now at circlesusa.org/equityanddemocracy
Download them now at circlesusa.org/equityanddemocracy
September 15, 2026 at 7:53 PM
We’re excited to share the newest release in our suite of free Big View resources!
Download them now at circlesusa.org/equityanddemocracy
Download them now at circlesusa.org/equityanddemocracy
This Labor Week, CUSA Copy Writer and Editor Amy Brooks shares a heartfelt address to her fellow laborers of Circles USA, exploring the impact of AI on workers and communities across the U.S. Read part 1 and share your own thoughts with us at circlesusa.org/blog !
September 10, 2026 at 2:16 PM
This Labor Week, CUSA Copy Writer and Editor Amy Brooks shares a heartfelt address to her fellow laborers of Circles USA, exploring the impact of AI on workers and communities across the U.S. Read part 1 and share your own thoughts with us at circlesusa.org/blog !
Dignified labor starts with community. It continues with policy. And it requires all of us to speak up for an economy that serves people—not the other way around. #LaborDay
September 7, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Dignified labor starts with community. It continues with policy. And it requires all of us to speak up for an economy that serves people—not the other way around. #LaborDay
Meet Shevrin Jones, a Florida-based Development Strategist and CUSA's newest all-star contractor!
"I truly believe in this work and in the importance of addressing poverty through relationships, shared learning, and long-term support," he says.
Learn more about Shev at circlesusa.org/blog
"I truly believe in this work and in the importance of addressing poverty through relationships, shared learning, and long-term support," he says.
Learn more about Shev at circlesusa.org/blog
September 4, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Meet Shevrin Jones, a Florida-based Development Strategist and CUSA's newest all-star contractor!
"I truly believe in this work and in the importance of addressing poverty through relationships, shared learning, and long-term support," he says.
Learn more about Shev at circlesusa.org/blog
"I truly believe in this work and in the importance of addressing poverty through relationships, shared learning, and long-term support," he says.
Learn more about Shev at circlesusa.org/blog
September 2, 2026 at 8:12 PM
We are thrilled to welcome Circles USA’s new board member, Matthew Hastreiter! 💙 Our extraordinary board is the governance team that oversees CUSA operations, advises on strategic directions, and contributes to specific projects that enhance what CUSA has to offer to our community of practice.
August 28, 2026 at 6:32 PM
We are thrilled to welcome Circles USA’s new board member, Matthew Hastreiter! 💙 Our extraordinary board is the governance team that oversees CUSA operations, advises on strategic directions, and contributes to specific projects that enhance what CUSA has to offer to our community of practice.
Systems are created and run by people. To change our systems, we have to slow down, listen, and build trusting relationships with one another.
This is the key to creating truly meaningful and lasting transformation—on individual and systemic levels.
Systems change is people change. 🌱
This is the key to creating truly meaningful and lasting transformation—on individual and systemic levels.
Systems change is people change. 🌱
August 26, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Systems are created and run by people. To change our systems, we have to slow down, listen, and build trusting relationships with one another.
This is the key to creating truly meaningful and lasting transformation—on individual and systemic levels.
Systems change is people change. 🌱
This is the key to creating truly meaningful and lasting transformation—on individual and systemic levels.
Systems change is people change. 🌱
Many of our participants and volunteers name “finding lifelong friendships” as one of the best parts of being in Circles: a secret recipe for belonging and community, mixed with a bit of intentionality and the art of connection. 💙
August 21, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Many of our participants and volunteers name “finding lifelong friendships” as one of the best parts of being in Circles: a secret recipe for belonging and community, mixed with a bit of intentionality and the art of connection. 💙
"Budgeting is a tool that can support personal discernment while decreasing shame, but only if it is used with compassion and openness rather than being wielded as evidence of failure." — CLO Kris Alexander
August 19, 2026 at 3:39 PM
"Budgeting is a tool that can support personal discernment while decreasing shame, but only if it is used with compassion and openness rather than being wielded as evidence of failure." — CLO Kris Alexander
Last week, our Circles USA Board gathered together in North Charleston! Executive Director Kamatara shared that the retreat was “a great success, forming a cohesive working team with these powerhouse folks who bring such expertise, experience, head, and heart to the table."
August 17, 2026 at 6:33 PM
Last week, our Circles USA Board gathered together in North Charleston! Executive Director Kamatara shared that the retreat was “a great success, forming a cohesive working team with these powerhouse folks who bring such expertise, experience, head, and heart to the table."
For International Youth Day 2026, we gave young artists in CUSA chapters nationwide a simple prompt: Draw yourself at Circles, or how Circles makes you feel.
The photos and artworks sent back made us laugh, think, and remember why we work alongside families striving to escape poverty. 💙
The photos and artworks sent back made us laugh, think, and remember why we work alongside families striving to escape poverty. 💙
August 12, 2026 at 1:38 PM
For International Youth Day 2026, we gave young artists in CUSA chapters nationwide a simple prompt: Draw yourself at Circles, or how Circles makes you feel.
The photos and artworks sent back made us laugh, think, and remember why we work alongside families striving to escape poverty. 💙
The photos and artworks sent back made us laugh, think, and remember why we work alongside families striving to escape poverty. 💙
This leadership of the people closest to the challenge—the individuals we call Circle Leaders—is what makes the Circles model truly work. We are so grateful for the courage, determination, and resilience that they embody as they lead themselves, their families, and our communities out of poverty!
August 7, 2026 at 1:52 PM
This leadership of the people closest to the challenge—the individuals we call Circle Leaders—is what makes the Circles model truly work. We are so grateful for the courage, determination, and resilience that they embody as they lead themselves, their families, and our communities out of poverty!
Meet Brianna Horseman, a graduated Circle Leader from Circles Scott County who is now serving as a Resource Team Member!
Read Brianna's story at circlesusa.org/blog
Read Brianna's story at circlesusa.org/blog
August 5, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Meet Brianna Horseman, a graduated Circle Leader from Circles Scott County who is now serving as a Resource Team Member!
Read Brianna's story at circlesusa.org/blog
Read Brianna's story at circlesusa.org/blog
We are so excited to celebrate #InternationalDayofFriendship today!
At Circles, we know that intentional friendships are a cornerstone of poverty alleviation. These relationships bring support, connection, and meaning—transforming us, our communities, and our world for the better. 🫂💗
At Circles, we know that intentional friendships are a cornerstone of poverty alleviation. These relationships bring support, connection, and meaning—transforming us, our communities, and our world for the better. 🫂💗
July 30, 2026 at 6:39 PM
We are so excited to celebrate #InternationalDayofFriendship today!
At Circles, we know that intentional friendships are a cornerstone of poverty alleviation. These relationships bring support, connection, and meaning—transforming us, our communities, and our world for the better. 🫂💗
At Circles, we know that intentional friendships are a cornerstone of poverty alleviation. These relationships bring support, connection, and meaning—transforming us, our communities, and our world for the better. 🫂💗
This month, our Big View features two upcoming webinars and a podcast from partner organizations that offer helpful resources and food for thought related to the Cliff, free and fair elections, and reimagining the social safety net.
July 28, 2026 at 2:13 PM
This month, our Big View features two upcoming webinars and a podcast from partner organizations that offer helpful resources and food for thought related to the Cliff, free and fair elections, and reimagining the social safety net.
This #DisabilityPrideMonth and every month, we know that the key to creating a more equitable, accessible, and thriving world for ALL is following the leadership of those most impacted by broken systems.
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/circles-honors-disability-pride-month-pt-1
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/circles-honors-disability-pride-month-pt-1
July 22, 2026 at 6:50 PM
This #DisabilityPrideMonth and every month, we know that the key to creating a more equitable, accessible, and thriving world for ALL is following the leadership of those most impacted by broken systems.
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/circles-honors-disability-pride-month-pt-1
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/circles-honors-disability-pride-month-pt-1
At Circles, our commitment to cross lines of difference and create transformational relationships is the best part of Circles, the part that keeps folks coming back, and what will truly be the end of poverty for all.
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/belonging-without-knowing
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/belonging-without-knowing
July 16, 2026 at 2:43 PM
At Circles, our commitment to cross lines of difference and create transformational relationships is the best part of Circles, the part that keeps folks coming back, and what will truly be the end of poverty for all.
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/belonging-without-knowing
Read more: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/belonging-without-knowing
Meet Oscar Martinez, superstar volunteer facilitator, Ally, and Resource Team member at Circles of the Coastal Bend!
🌟 Read our Q&A with Oscar at circlesusa.org/blog
🌟 Read our Q&A with Oscar at circlesusa.org/blog
July 14, 2026 at 2:20 PM
Meet Oscar Martinez, superstar volunteer facilitator, Ally, and Resource Team member at Circles of the Coastal Bend!
🌟 Read our Q&A with Oscar at circlesusa.org/blog
🌟 Read our Q&A with Oscar at circlesusa.org/blog
In a new Q&A on our blog, meet four contractors who supercharge Circles USA's communications behind-the-scenes! https://www.circlesusa.org/post/meet-circles-usa-s-communications-contractors
July 8, 2026 at 4:37 PM
In a new Q&A on our blog, meet four contractors who supercharge Circles USA's communications behind-the-scenes! https://www.circlesusa.org/post/meet-circles-usa-s-communications-contractors
Welcome our newest chapter to the Circles family, Circles in Gregory! 💙
We are so excited to watch lives transform across Gregory, TX, and so grateful to be in community with you all at the national level.
➡️ Get involved: https://catholiccharities-cc.org/circles-of-the-coastal-bend
We are so excited to watch lives transform across Gregory, TX, and so grateful to be in community with you all at the national level.
➡️ Get involved: https://catholiccharities-cc.org/circles-of-the-coastal-bend
July 2, 2026 at 3:51 PM
Welcome our newest chapter to the Circles family, Circles in Gregory! 💙
We are so excited to watch lives transform across Gregory, TX, and so grateful to be in community with you all at the national level.
➡️ Get involved: https://catholiccharities-cc.org/circles-of-the-coastal-bend
We are so excited to watch lives transform across Gregory, TX, and so grateful to be in community with you all at the national level.
➡️ Get involved: https://catholiccharities-cc.org/circles-of-the-coastal-bend
This #PrideMonth, we are looking at issues that affect LGBTQIA2S+ youth across the U.S. and offering resources for communities to best support them. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️💙
🔗 Read the piece here: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/pride-month-2026-resources-for-supporting-lgbtqia2s-unhoused-youth
🔗 Read the piece here: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/pride-month-2026-resources-for-supporting-lgbtqia2s-unhoused-youth
June 30, 2026 at 2:11 PM
This #PrideMonth, we are looking at issues that affect LGBTQIA2S+ youth across the U.S. and offering resources for communities to best support them. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️💙
🔗 Read the piece here: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/pride-month-2026-resources-for-supporting-lgbtqia2s-unhoused-youth
🔗 Read the piece here: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/pride-month-2026-resources-for-supporting-lgbtqia2s-unhoused-youth
In honor of Pride Month, CLO Kris Alexander celebrates her journey with authenticity and belonging as a member of the queer community & a treasured member of our Circles family. Wishing all of our LGBTQIA2S+ community members a safe and joyful #Pride2026! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️☀️🫂
🔗 circlesusa.org/post/proud-to-belong
🔗 circlesusa.org/post/proud-to-belong
June 24, 2026 at 11:11 PM
In honor of Pride Month, CLO Kris Alexander celebrates her journey with authenticity and belonging as a member of the queer community & a treasured member of our Circles family. Wishing all of our LGBTQIA2S+ community members a safe and joyful #Pride2026! 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️☀️🫂
🔗 circlesusa.org/post/proud-to-belong
🔗 circlesusa.org/post/proud-to-belong
We accompany people who are doing the work of leaving poverty behind permanently. The Circle Leader is the soloist, the main event, the star of their own life."
— Kamatara, CUSA Executive Director
🔗 Keep reading: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/serving-as-the-accompanist
— Kamatara, CUSA Executive Director
🔗 Keep reading: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/serving-as-the-accompanist
June 23, 2026 at 3:10 PM
We accompany people who are doing the work of leaving poverty behind permanently. The Circle Leader is the soloist, the main event, the star of their own life."
— Kamatara, CUSA Executive Director
🔗 Keep reading: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/serving-as-the-accompanist
— Kamatara, CUSA Executive Director
🔗 Keep reading: https://www.circlesusa.org/post/serving-as-the-accompanist
A very happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father figures who pour so much into our families and communities! Sending a big Circles appreciation your way, today and everyday. 💙
Featuring families from Circles Scott County, Circles Indianapolis, and Circles Jackson County!
Featuring families from Circles Scott County, Circles Indianapolis, and Circles Jackson County!
June 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
A very happy Father’s Day to all the fathers and father figures who pour so much into our families and communities! Sending a big Circles appreciation your way, today and everyday. 💙
Featuring families from Circles Scott County, Circles Indianapolis, and Circles Jackson County!
Featuring families from Circles Scott County, Circles Indianapolis, and Circles Jackson County!