Tocqueville Society
The Tocqueville Society recognizes philanthropic leaders in our community who invest $10,000 or more annually in United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania. These individuals set the standard for giving and humanitarian service, providing the resources and strategic leadership necessary to make sustainable positive change for our entire region.
Tocqueille Donor Benefits
- Access to exclusive events and networking functions
- Ability to forge relationships with other influential community leaders
- Participate in strategic work of United Way with other Tocqueville donors, experiencing the impact of your gift firsthand
- Opportunity to evaluate proposals and make recommendations
- Recognition in United Way publications and media efforts
Bridges Society and Women United
Leadership donors have a special opportunity to engage with United Way through participation in our two leadership groups, Bridges Society and Women United. Becoming a member of our Bridges Society is automatic when you make a leadership pledge during your United Way campaign. You will immediately be recognized as a member of our largest and most diverse group of leadership donors. You will join thousands of fellow changemakers who lead by example and inspire others to support United Way in creating a thriving region. And, that leadership gift also provides the option to join our Women United donor group.
We are proud to say that we have 217 Bridges Society members here at the University. And, when you become a Women United member, you join 122 of your Pitt colleagues in United Way’s 3rd largest Women United group. Women United is a powerful force of over 2,000 women here in Southwestern PA who are committed to making a last difference in our community.
How to get involved:
- Leadership donations begin at $1,000, but you can choose whatever level feels right for you.
- When you make a donation, you have an opportunity to choose how to direct your gift. Please consider designating all or at least a portion of your gift directly to United Way. When you do, you will be supporting United Way’s critical work in the community – Meeting Basic Needs, Moving to Financial Stability and Building for Success in School and Life.
In addition, members of both Bridges Society and Women United engage with the United Way in three ways:
- Philanthropy – making a leadership level donation to United Way.
- Events – variety of networking and professional development events throughout the year.
- Volunteerism – dozens of impactful volunteer projects that provide an opportunity to roll up your sleeves and engage with our many nonprofit agency partners who are the boots on the ground meeting our neighbors’ needs.
Next Gen Ambassador Program
Next Gen Ambassador Circle was created for young professionals (35 and under) to have opportunities to engage, network and volunteer in their community. You’ll connect with like-minded individuals from diverse backgrounds who care about making a difference for generations to come. You’ll learn, donate and volunteer together to support individuals, families and children meet basic needs, move to financial stability and build for success in school and life, all while having fun and pursing your passions!
Individuals 35 and under who donate $10 a month ($120 annually) and participate in at least one engagement opportunity a year qualify for Next Gen Ambassador Silver Circle. Likewise, those who donate $20 a month ($240 annually) and participate in at least one engagement opportunity a year qualify for Next Gen Ambassador Gold Circle. Both ambassador levels provide opportunities to network with other young professionals and take part in exciting engagement events throughout the year.
As a Next Gen Ambassador, you’ll have opportunities to:
- Meet others who share your values and expand your network while giving back.
- Participation in Next Gen volunteer and networking events.
- Be recognized on United Way’s website.
- Opportunity to participate in CONNECT U, a leadership program where you’ll learn about local nonprofits, dive into the work of United Way, and build meaningful relationships with emerging leaders.
- Invitation to select United Way Leadership Donor events where you’ll have opportunities to interact with business leaders and CEOs (*Gold Circle Only*).