Growing numbers of Jewish donors are gathering in giving circles, notes The Jewish Week.

Groups such as Birthright NEXT, the Solelim Fund, and Neshamot are part of the expanding trend of venture philanthropy funds, which bring together like-minded individuals who pool resources to support targeted causes. Some receive backing from the UJA-Federation of New York, the nation’s largest Jewish charity.

Another Jewish group, Jgooders, is taking the concept to the Internet. “Giving circles very often feature face-to-face gatherings. We’re trying to figure out how to translate that online,” said Tova Serkin, the organization’s chief business officer.