1. Join or create and donate 

First, let the Acorn team know that you want to join a Giving Circle or set up your own Giving Circle. Then, set up an automatic payment to the Acorn Foundation – most people choose to give $50 a month. Your donations are pooled.

2. Nominate your recipients 

Nominate a local community group you’re passionate about, or learn about groups from other members of your Giving Circle. Acorn can provide guidance about local groups doing awesome mahi.

3. Connect & decide 

Get together with your Giving Circle once or twice a year to learn about the nominated community groups and vote to decide on your recipient/s. You can give all the money to one recipient charity, or split the funds between two or more groups.

4. Experience the feel-good factor!

Have fun connecting with people who share the same values as you, and experience the profound impact of collective giving. The Acorn team will share updates from former recipients on how your donations are being used in the community, so you can see the impact of your generosity – right here in the WBOP!