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Our Circle

Real families. Real impact.

A first conversation. A shared afternoon. A friendship that becomes part of family life. Families share what finding their circle has meant to them.

What families are saying.

In their own words: what finding their circle has meant to families across the country.

A friend for my kid

my daughter was alone every year until this one. She met a friend on here. Keep trying. Friends will happen!

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Tap a family on the circle to read their note.

Your family’s story could be next.

Has Our Circle made a difference for your family? We’d love to hear about it.

Share your story

Tell us what Our Circle has meant to your family. We read every story, and with your permission we may share some on this page.

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All 50 states

Plus Washington, DC. Our Circle brings together families from cities, suburbs, and small towns across the country. Local communities grow as more families join.

A large group of families together outdoors at an Our Circle meetup.
Families who met in the app, together in person.

The moments behind the mission.

Every friendship is its own story, but many of them follow the same path.

  1. A first hello

    It often starts small: a message to a nearby family whose kids are close in age and into the same things.

  2. A shared afternoon

    A playdate at the park, a meetup with a group, coffee while the kids play. Time together, at a pace that works for everyone.

  3. A friendship that sticks

    Families who become part of each other’s lives, with a friend for the kids and people who get it for the parents.

Start your own connection.

Every family brings new interests, experiences, and possibilities for friendship. You can also help this community grow by supporting Our Circle’s mission.