Catalyst Circle Incubator
A six-month journey where grassroots organizations harness the power of storytelling to strengthen their mission, connect with community, and inspire lasting change.
Details on the 2026 program will be revealed in the spring.
Story at the Heart
The Catalyst Circle is a six-month incubator where organizations use storytelling as a tool to grow stronger, connect deeply, and lead with clarity.
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Through guided sessions and peer exchange, participants:
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Use story as a catalyst — crafting and refining narratives that inspire action, attract support, and expand reach.
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Explore the link between story and resilience — understanding how narratives can strengthen leadership, foster trust, and sustain purpose.
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Elevate authentic voices — sharing lived experience and cultural knowledge in ways that build connection and honor community wisdom.
A Six-Month Journey
From May to October, a select group of organizations comes together once a month for focused two-hour virtual sessions. Each session blends practical skill-building with space for reflection, peer connection, and shared learning.
Guest facilitators bring perspectives from leadership, cultural practice, and community building — ensuring every session offers both inspiration and actionable tools.
More Than Skills
The Catalyst Circle is a space to slow down, listen, and engage with peers who understand the unique challenges of grassroots work. It’s about creating the conditions for long-term resilience — where your story isn’t just told, but lived and shared in ways that strengthen your mission and the communities you serve.
What You'll Takeaway
A stronger, clearer narrative that guides outreach, partnerships, and decision-making.
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New strategies for building trust and engagement through story.
Deeper relationships with a network of peers committed to mutual support.
A renewed sense of clarity, purpose, and direction.​​
Connect with Us
The Catalyst Circle is an ongoing program of Thriving Communities. For more information or to explore participation in a future Circle, please get in touch.