They make plans regarding their goals, which are subject to group scrutiny. The group then agrees on the amount of money each person will contribute on a weekly basis. Then they each draw a number representing the week each will receive his or her capital. Thus each has access to a large sum every 10 to 12 weeks to pursue their goals. The group also insures that each person uses the capital as they had planned.
Groups can continue for years.
For the people, these sessions are an opportunity to seek relief. Often they ask for food, blankets and shelter, goods given in the past. When the message is that there is no relief but training in various skills, curiosity becomes a palpable emotion. Training involves the discussion of their situation. As people begin to discuss their needs, we begin to encourage answers to these problems.