Tocqueville Society
In 1835, French aristocrat and political philosopher Alexis de Tocqueville observed what he believed made our young country special was "the spirit of voluntary association and America's efforts for the common good." The Tocqueville Society was created in 1972 by United Way of America to recognize those who have rendered outstanding service as volunteers in their own community or on a national level.
Today the Tocqueville Society fosters, promotes and recognizes the vital importance of voluntary community service and personal giving at an exceptional level.
Members of the Tocqueville Society and Tocqueville Women's Leadership make an annual contribution in the amount of $10,000 or more to United Way. The contribution is undesignated, or given in support of a United Way focus area or strategic initiative.
A Tocqueville Society Challenge Grant opportunity is available to those who want to make a multi-year commitment to join the Tocqueville Society and increase their support of United Way.
Tocqueville members lead the way. . . with contributions representing nearly 20% of United Way of Greater Greensboro's annual campaign. Tocqueville members are improving lives and boldly leading by example.
| Tocqueville Society Awards | Award Giving Amounts |
| Membre de la Societe | $10,000 - $14,999 |
| Membre de Classique | $15,000 - $24,999 |
| Ordre d'Liberte | $25,000 - $49,999 |
| Ordre d'Egalite | $50,000 - $74,999 |
| Ordre de Fraternite | $75,000 - $99,999 |
| La Societe Nationale | $100,000 - $249,000 |
| Ordre d'Independance | $250,000 - $499,999 |
| Ordre de Conaissance | $500,000 - $999,999 |
| Ordre de Prosperite | $1, 000,000 - and above |
Million Dollar Roundtable
United Way received a 2007 Fleur-de-Lis Award for Excellence for having the Most Million Dollar Roundtable Members in our population category.
Million Dollar Roundtable members pledge one million dollars to United Way of Greater Greensboro over five years or less. With the extraordinary commitment and generosity of the Million Dollar Roundtable members, our impact has increased, helping ensure that we are doing what matters for our community.
Members enjoy special recognition on the local and national level and an invitation to an exclusive national Million Dollar Roundtable event, plus all of the benefits of the Tocqueville Society.
In addition to their exceptional contribution of treasure, these members have been involved with United Way for many years and have previously served as Co-Chairs for the United Way of Greater Greensboro Tocqueville Society.
For more information, please contact the Vice President of Major Gifts at (336) 378-6607.