The Peer Circles Planning Guide is a step-by-step toolkit that helps funders design and facilitate engaging, member-led Peer Circles—interactive forums where lean funders connect, learn, and exchange ideas.

The guide covers everything needed to host a successful session, including: how to structure conversations, promotion tips, planning timelines and checklists, facilitation guidance, and follow-up steps. It also provides practical discussion techniques, sample meeting agreements, and strategies for creating inclusive, productive dialogue.

Additional resources include topic ideas, discussion guides, primers, and self-assessment tools that help Peer Circle hosts spark meaningful conversations and peer learning.