Friending Spaces
A dating network where thoughtful, relationship-minded singles meet through small gatherings and personalized introductions.
One Network. Two Ways to Meet.
Small Gatherings
Meet a small group of relationship-minded singles in a relaxed setting designed for genuine conversation. Gatherings are currently held primarily in the Bay Area.
Personalized Introductions
When we see a potentially relevant connection, we share information with both singles and connect them only when interest is mutual.
Join Once
Apply once to join the network. From there, you may meet people through small gatherings, personalized introductions, or both, with more opportunities to connect over time.
Who joins Friending Spaces?
Friending Spaces is for singles who are:
open to a meaningful long-term relationship
want help meeting relationship-minded people beyond dating apps and their existing circles
willing to participate, respond, and follow through
Our network is primarily made up of South Asian singles, and we also welcome others who feel at home in this community.
Everyone applies so we can understand who they are, what they are looking for, and how they would like to participate.
What to Expect
At a Small Gathering
Meet a small group of singles in a relaxed, lightly guided setting, with room for natural conversation and one-to-one interaction.
Through a Personalized Introduction
When we see a potentially relevant connection, we share information with both singles and connect them only when interest is mutual. From there, they decide whether to meet.
What Success Looks Like
Success means building momentum. Members participate, return, meet in person, continue getting to know one another, and refer others because they trust the experience.
Each of these steps strengthens the network and creates more opportunities for meaningful connections over time.
What Members Say
“Friending Spaces is an excellent way to meet and connect with others—the events provide a unique format that fosters amusing and engaging conversations.”
— AB, California
Meet the Founders
Friending Spaces was founded by three women with backgrounds in psychology, executive search, partnerships, marketing, and strategy.
Together, we build the network, design the gatherings, get to know members pursuing personalized introductions, and consider potential connections.
Interested in joining Friending Spaces?
Apply once to join the network and tell us whether you are interested in small gatherings,
personalized introductions, or both.