Krewe of the Macaw is a membership-by-invite-only Mardi Gras party organization that attempts to uphold a certain agreed-upon standard and that has a mission in addition to the party. The Krewe is free and open to anyone who embraces our standard and mission, who is interested in being a part of the group and who has been invited to join by any other member of the Krewe.

Mission

The stated mission of Krewe of the Macaw is "To help people and animals that are in need and to do our part to create a world that is a little kinder and a little gentler to all living creatures....and to have fun while doing it." The Krewe of the Macaw's motto is "Where Hilarity meets Charity--Party with a Purpose".

During Krewe of the Macaw Mardi Gras party celebrations, donations are collected from members. Each year, Krewe of the Macaw selects a charitable organization to donate these party proceeds to.

Krewe of the Macaw may be an example of what is known as a "giving circle." According to the Forum of Regional Associations of Grantmakers, a giving circle is "a type of pooled fund where members make grants together; sometimes called a 'social investment club'."

The Beehive Collective is another example of a local giving circle.