Meet real people. Build real friendships.
A 12-week, group-based experience that removes dating pressure and restores the natural path to lifelong relationships.
There is no cohort to join this fall. There is an interest list — and that is the right next step.
Friendship‑first: A safe, structured way to meet values‑aligned peers in real life.
Pressure‑free: No one‑on‑one situations, no pairing off, no comparisons to polished profiles.
Character‑building: Activities and conversations that help you grow, communicate, and contribute.
Community‑based: You’ll belong to a cohort that shares meals, plays games, learns, serves, and laughs—together.
What Connect 12 Is
What Connect 12 Is Not
Not a dating program
Not speed dating
Not a place to “pair up”
Not 1‑on‑1 (all activities are groups of 3+)
Not a social scene built around alcohol or drugs
No dating inside your cohort during the 12‑week program
The Experience (12 weeks)
Cohort: 12 people (6 men + 6 women)
Meetings: Weekly, 3–4 hours
Activities: Shared meals, game nights, outdoor time, service projects, learning nights
Growth: Communication, money basics, relationship skills, self‑knowledge, timeless principles
Outcomes: New friends, stronger community, expanded networks, greater confidence
Your Commitment
Show up on time, weekly, for 12 weeks
Participate in group‑based activities (minimum group size: 3)
Honor the no‑dating‑within‑the‑cohort agreement during the program
Treat others with respect; contribute to a safe, welcoming environment
Keep the group drug-free so everyone can fully engage and build genuine connections
Cost and Timing
Program fees, if any, will be set by local hosts to cover space, food, and materials. Scholarships may be available.
Location and schedule will be announced as founding cohorts form in 2027. They do not form on a rolling basis today.
Who Should Join
Young men and women (typ. 20–35) who want a healthier way to meet people
Those who are tired of the anxiety of dating apps
Anyone who desires marriage and wants to build the friendships and foundations that lead there
