Giving SocietiesGiving Societies
United Way of Central Maryland counts on leaders like you to ensure our work continues.
Our giving societies are an opportunity to recognize those of you who are willing to lead by example; and, a way for you to make a bigger difference in your community.
If you haven’t already, please consider one of these options:
| Leadership Society Join the network of nearly 6,000 generous donors who contribute $1,000 or more each year. This group does more than give. They get involved, guiding the organization and even volunteering their time. |
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| Women's Leadership Council This two-tiered philanthropic network of concerned and caring women is focused on advocacy, mentoring, networking, philanthrophy and volunteering. Members of United Way’s Women’s Initiative Next Generations (WINGS) donate $1,000-$9,999 annually. Membership in the WLC Tocqueville Society is reserved for women who give $10,000 or more annually. Both groups primarily focus on issues affecting women and children. |
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| Tocqueville Society For more than 30 years, the Tocqueville Society has set the standard for charitable giving. Members contribute $10,000 or more annually and help motivate others to give generously as well. These donors are part of a national group of major gift leaders who provide philanthropic leadership across the country. |
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| Legacy Circle Establishing a perpetual gift that will support your community for years to come is another option United Way offers. By joining the Legacy Circle, you have an opportunity to establish a gift that will impact central Maryland now and in the future. |
Benefits of Belonging
United Way of Central Maryland brings together community leaders through a range of philanthropic, volunteer and networking activities. While giving alone is its own reward, a gift of $1,000 or more each year brings along with it some additional opportunities. We’re proud to offer these benefits to our leadership givers.
Tocqueville Society $10,000 and above
• Exposure and recognition in local and national Tocqueville membership books
• Invitation to all exclusive Tocqueville networking events
• Invitation and recognition at annual Tocqueville reception
• Opportunity to network at Women’s Leadership Council-Tocqueville events
• Invitation to “In Their Own Words” Tocqueville breakfast series – past speakers include Dr. Nancy Grasmick, Woody Collins and John Erickson
• Special volunteer opportunities – visit www.shareyourself.org and learn more about how you can become engaged in the community by sharing your experience
• Year-round communication – our bi-monthly e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on the impact of your contributions
Leadership Society Gold ($5,000-$9,999)
• Invitation to several exclusive Tocqueville networking events, including annual Tocqueville reception
• Grant dollars – leverage your contribution with a grant for the opportunity to join the Tocqueville Society
• Member only events – network and hear from business and community leaders. Past speakers include Ron Shapiro, Melanie Sabelhaus and Dr. Freeman Hrabowski
• Special volunteer opportunities – visit www.shareyourself.org and learn more about how you can become engaged in the community by sharing your experience
• Year-round communication – our bi-monthly e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on the impact of your contributions
• Inclusion in WINGS* – a philanthropic network of women who share their time, talent and treasure to help build a stronger region
Leadership Society Silver ($2,500-$4,999) and Bronze ($1,000-$2,499)
• Member only events – network and hear from business and community leaders. Past speakers include Ron Shapiro, Melanie Sabelhaus and Dr. Freeman Hrabowski
• Special volunteer opportunities – visit www.shareyourself.org and learn more about how you can become engaged in the community by sharing your experience
• Year-round communication – our bi-monthly e-newsletter keeps you up-to-date on the impact of your contributions
• Inclusion in WINGS* – a philanthropic network of women who share their time, talent and treasure to help build a stronger region
*women only
