Giving Levels

Leadership Donors who pledge $1,000 – $4,999 annually are integral to making sure we can have thriving kids, strong households, and equitable communities. Benefits of participating in this program include:  

Leadership benefits include:    

• Regular communications throughout the year.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events.   
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.  

If you’d like to learn more, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

Our Community Champions, donors who generously pledge $5,000 – $9,999 annually, help us to meet people’s immediate needs and work for a better tomorrow, while also having the chance to engage with our Tocqueville Society at one event a season!

Community Champions benefits include:    

• Regular communications throughout the year.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, including one Tocqueville Society event of our choosing.  
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.  

If you’d like to learn more, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

The Tocqueville Society recognizes individuals and couples who have stood with us, sharing their talent and treasure to set a high bar in philanthropic leadership for our community. This group of investors is creating change and setting an example for others to follow. When you integrate our members’ experiences, abilities and ambitions, the result is a sphere of influence able to transform our community and help more people stand on their own two feet.

Since its establishment locally in 1990 to recognize donors who generously donate $10,000 – $24,9999 annually, Metro United Way’s Tocqueville Society members have invested over $100 million representing the generosity of over 130 families throughout our regional community.

Tocqueville Society benefits include:  

• Be a part of a local network of philanthropic leaders who are engaged to create long-lasting, positive change.   
• Regular communications throughout the year, including exclusive Tocqueville Society newsletters and emails.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, as well as elevated Tocqueville events and activities.   
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report. 

If you’d like to know more about the Tocqueville Society, learn more HERE or contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

Named after long-time advocate and volunteer Alberta Allen, the Allen Society represents an elite group of philanthropists within the Tocqueville Society dedicated to a high level of leadership and service to our community. Metro United Way’s Allen Society was established in 1987 to recognize donors who demonstrate generous personal philanthropy through their gift of $25,000 or more annually. Being part of the Allen Society is special and its members are those who share a deep commitment to changing lives in our community.

Allen Society benefits include:  

• Be a part of a local network of philanthropic leaders who are engaged to create long-lasting, positive change.   
• Regular communications throughout the year, including exclusive Tocqueville Society newsletters and emails.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, as well as elevated Tocqueville Society events and activities.   
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.  
• Invitation to annual Metro United Way private event.   

If you’d like to know more about the Allen Society, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

Our United Visionaries, who pledge $50,000-$99,999 annually, is a group of philanthropists within the Tocqueville Society who engage at the second highest level at Metro United Way.  

United Visionaries benefits include:    

• Be a part of a local network of philanthropic leaders who are engaged to create long-lasting, positive change.   
• Regular communications throughout the year, including exclusive Tocqueville newsletters and emails.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, as well as elevated Tocqueville events and activities.   
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.  
• Invitation to annual Metro United Way private event.  
• Comped four tickets to our Community Impact Awards (IMMIES) in the spring.  
• Opportunity to sponsor one person of their choosing to be part of Tocqueville Society.  

If you’d like to know more about the United Visionaries, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

Jennifer Adrio who was our Chief Development Officer and a beloved member of our team for 23 years.  She was a powerhouse that had an infectious smile and laughter and during her tenure, led our development team to raise more than $610 million dollars. And beyond those dollars, she impacted so many of us along the way.  

Sadly, Jen passed away in June 2024 at the age of 62 after a courageous battle with cancer.  

In honor of her legacy and impact on our community, our new $100,000 annual gift level that will be called The Jennifer Adrio Society, a group of philanthropists within the Tocqueville Society, and will serve as a permanent tribute to Jennifer, ensuring her contributions will never be forgotten and her name will always be associated with transformative generosity.   

Jennifer Adrio Society benefits include:    

• Be a part of a local network of philanthropic leaders who are engaged to create long-lasting, positive change.   
• Regular communications throughout the year, including exclusive Tocqueville newsletters and emails.  
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, as well as elevated Tocqueville events and activities.   
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.  
• Invitation to annual Metro United Way private event.  
• Comped six tickets to our Community Impact Awards (IMMIES) in the spring.  
• Comped four tickets to our United Spirits Bourbon Fall Festival event.  
• Invitation to lunch with Adria.  
• Opportunity to sponsor one person of their choosing to be part of Tocqueville Society.  

If you’d like to know more about the Jennifer Adrio Society, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.

Our Million Dollar Roundtable donors are our partners at the highest level by giving over $1 million dollars cumulatively in their lifetime.

Million Dollar Roundtable benefits include:    

• Regular communications throughout the year, including exclusive Tocqueville Society newsletters and emails.
• Invitation to Metro United Way events, as well as elevated Tocqueville Society events and activities.
• Recognition online and in our Annual Impact Report.
• Recognized by United Way Worldwide (finalizing national recognition program)
• Invitation to annual Metro United Way private event.
• Invitation to lunch with Metro United Way President/CEO.
• Opportunity to sponsor one person of their choosing to be part of Tocqueville Society.

If you’d like to know more about the Million Dollar Roundtable, please contact Sarah Santee, Director of Individual Giving, at Sarah.Santee@metrounitedway.org.