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What is the Tocqueville Society?

The Tocqueville Society recognizes local philanthropic leaders who have made an investment of $10,000 or more to United Way of Collier and the Keys. 

Value of Your Membership: 

• A meaningful way to strengthen healthy communities, youth opportunity, financial stability, and community resiliency for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families across Collier and Monroe Counties. 

• Opportunities to gain deeper insight into our region’s system of care and how United Way’s collaborative network creates long-term change. 

• Engage directly with community leaders, nonprofits, and partners through volunteer experiences and behind-the-scenes learning that highlight real solutions to local challenges. 

• Build personal connections with a distinguished group of local philanthropists who set the standard for charitable leadership in our community. 

• Become part of a national network of Tocqueville donors committed to transformational, sustainable giving. 

• Leverage matching gift opportunities that may be available to maximize your philanthropic investment. 

• Join fellow members at annual Tocqueville Society events, where we celebrate leadership giving and recognize outstanding philanthropic service. 

• Influence meaningful change and help create a stronger, more resilient future for everyone who calls our communities home. 

Why United Way?

Today, more families in Collier and Monroe Counties are struggling to make ends meet than at any point in recent memory. Neighbors who never imagined needing help are now facing rising housing costs, unexpected expenses from natural disasters, and wages that simply can’t keep pace with our region’s increasingly high cost of living. And for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families—those working hard yet still unable to afford the basics— the burden is becoming overwhelming. 

At United Way of Collier and the Keys, stepping into the gap is what we do. Whether it’s connecting families to critical resources, strengthening financial security, health, and education programs, or investing in disaster resiliency, our work ensures that people have what they need not just to get by, but to move toward long-term stability. 

This year alone, we have helped thousands of families access nutritious food, supported youth programs that close opportunity gaps, expanded financial coaching and tax assistance for working households, and advanced community resiliency efforts. 

We ensure that donor dollars stay right here at home, directly supporting the programs and partners improving lives in Collier and Monroe Counties. Our volunteers, committees, and community leaders help evaluate every partner agency and internal initiative we invest in—so your generosity is used wisely, efficiently, and transparently. 

How Do I Give?

Giving is a personal and heartfelt decision. Our Philanthropy staff are ready to work with you and your financial advisors to explore your philanthropic goals. 

• Gifts of cash, credit card or check: Staff can work with you on a personalized payment schedule. 

• Payroll deduction through your company. 

• Donor-advised fund or private family foundation. 

• Individual Retirement Account (IRA): People who are age 70 and a half or older can contribute directly to United Way and avoid taxes on the distribution. 

• Gifts of stock: Please notify us of your stock transfer, so you can get proper credit for your gift. For stock transfer procedures and brokerage information, please contact Brittni Brown at Brittni.Brown@uwcollierkeys.org.