October Highlights: A Great Time in Oakland, Let's Talk Month, Hosting Promo, and Board Retreat Update

A Beautiful Experience in Oakland

Our return to in-person training in the Bay Area this month was a huge success. It was a joy to be with our community again face-to-face. A heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us and to all those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to bring this Girls Circle Facilitator Training to life. We’re already looking forward to the next one!

On the Blog

LET’S TALK MONTH: HOW ASKABLE ADULTS EMPOWER YOUTH THROUGH OPEN CONVERSATIONS By Shayla Benson

Running a Circle group is an excellent example of how afacilitator can be an “askable adult” and foster adult-youth communication.

As I think about the importance of Let's Talk Month, I remember participating in The Council for Boys and Young Men Facilitator Training and providing additional training for the facilitators.... read more

Host a Training in Your Community: Unlock Special Discounts for Early 2025 Workshops 

Act fast! The time to take advantage of this once-a-year offer is almost up. 

Book a training event before the end of 2024 to take place in the first quarter of 2025 and enjoy exclusive discounts worth over $3,000 in savings, including: 

• $500 Off Your Training 
• 5 Complimentary Attendees 
• 2 Hardcopy Activity Guides 
• Access to All Digital Curricula 
• Bonus Hour of Post-Training Consultation via Zoom

Contact us today at training@onecirclefoundation.org to learn more, reserve your training dates, and make a positive impact on your work culture and the lives of youth in your care. 

We're excited to work with you and empower your community! 

Empowerment and Identity on Social Media Now Available as a Digital Flipbook

Harnesses the relational strengths of youth to effectively explore the complex intersecting topics of technology, body image, cyberbullying, exploitation, and relationships. Purchase today.

 Annual Board Retreat

 Our board of directors recently held our annual in-person retreat in the vibrant city of Chicago, IL. Surrounded by the beauty of this incredible city, we engaged in meaningful discussions about the health and future of our organization. We grounded ourselves in the heart of our mission and vision, engaging in creative and mindfulness activities while sitting in Circle.

In a specialceremony, three new board members took their official oaths, while senior members renewed theirs, reaffirming their dedication to the governance and strategic guidance ofthe organization. We held a board meeting and passed the 2025 budget, appointed new committee chairs, and laid the groundwork for our upcoming end-of-year fundraising campaign. As part of our strategic planning, we explored ways to stay agile amid potential funding shifts, ensuring our programs continue uninterrupted. We also approved the theme and content for our 2024 annual report and approved the transition to a new interactive, mobile-friendly board management portal to transform meetings into more dynamic experiences by streamlining preparation, enabling real-time collaboration, and enhancing decision-making. 

But it wasn’t all business; we savored the delicious cuisine that Chicago has to offer, enjoyed the delightful weather, and soaked in the vibrant energy of the River North neighborhood.

This retreat was a time of rejuvenation for our board members, who tirelessly dedicate their time and energy to our organization throughout the year. This special gathering allows us to connect, reflect, and celebrate our accomplishments while also planning for the exciting future ahead. Here’s to many more years of growth, connection, and impact together! 

In gratitude, 

One Circle Foundation Board of Directors 

Training Support  

Apply for a Scholarship.  

Finances should not be a barrier for anyone to attend training. One Circle Foundation offers scholarships to individuals seeking financial assistance. Apply today and gain access to the education and support required to effectively facilitate Circle groups for the youth and teens in your community.

Facilitator Support Meetings

One Circle Foundation has been providing facilitator support groups since 2020. As a result of continued interest and participation, we are pleased to share that we are offering additional monthly facilitator support groups

Please join us for one or both.

FIRST Facilitator Support Group — Every 2nd Monday of the Month via Zoom at 10:00 PT / 1:00 ET 

Join this dynamic discussion-based support group meeting open to facilitators of any model. Bring your questions, get answers, and extend support to fellow facilitators in the community. Attend and enter a raffle to win one free activity guide.  

SECOND Facilitator Support Group — Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month via Zoom at 1:30 PT / 4:30 ET 

This group will highlight a new theme each monthand be facilitated utilizing the 6-Step Circle format.  

Give the Gift of Connection

Your monthly donation of $20 will support One Circle Foundation’s Scholarship Fund!  

At One Circle Foundation, we believe every youth and teen deserves the opportunity to develop resiliency through healthy connections. Unfortunately, many youth-serving organizations in under-resourced and under-served communities lack the financial resources to provide the training and curricula necessary to make this possible.  

That's where One Circle Foundation comes in. With each dollar donated, we can provide training and curricula scholarships to these organizations, giving youth and teens in these communities the chance to thrive. 

We invite you to support this crucial work by becoming a sustaining donor through a recurring monthly or yearly donation. Your contribution will significantly impact the lives of young people in need. Become a Sustaining Donor today.