Circles Cobb Information

Join the Circle. Change the Story. Circles Cobb is building a community where families can move beyond poverty and toward lasting economic stability. We know that hard work alone isn't always enough. Many of our Cobb County neighbors are working, raising families and doing everything they can to get ahead — yet still face barriers that make financial stability difficult to reach. That's where Circles comes in. Our Circle Leaders are individuals and families working to increase their income, build financial stability and achieve goals they set for themselves. They begin with training in areas such as financial literacy and goal-setting, then continue their journey surrounded by a supportive community. Our volunteer Allies walk alongside Circle Leaders over time, offering encouragement, connections, lived experience and access to the social capital that can make a meaningful difference. Together, Circle Leaders, Allies and community partners also work to better understand and address the barriers that keep people in poverty. And it works: data from 80+ Circles communities across the U.S. and Canada shows that participants increase their income by an average of 76% after 18 months. But Circles Cobb is about more than numbers. It's about relationships. Opportunity. Community. And people having the support and connections they need to change their own stories. Whether you want to become an Ally, partner with us, volunteer, give or simply learn more, there's a place for you in the Circle. Join the Circle. Change the Story.