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Tocqueville Society

Tocqueville Society is an esteemed group of business and philanthropic leaders dedicated to tackling our community’s most pressing challenges.

Denver's Most Influential Philanthropists

Tocqueville Society members are part of a national program recognized as America’s leading philanthropists investing $10,000 or more annually in Mile High United Way. Our members understand how generosity today impacts the generations of tomorrow.

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2019 Tocqueville Society Awards

Each year Mile High United Way recognizes outstanding donors who support the community through their exemplary involvement in the Tocqueville Society. This year, we are excited to award Marty & Phyl Ruffalo and Celia Dietrich.

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Michelle inspires at our Tocqueville Breakfast

“I give because it’s fundamental to who I am. My grandmother instilled in me the importance of giving back. I give because I get joy from it. I hope [I] inspire others to give.”

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Family and Community Come First for Vernon Irvin

"Family time is valuable... We love getting out in the community and meeting families that are recipients of the great work MHUW is doing every day."

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Brad makes the most of his investment

"I give to Mile High United Way because it is the best way to leverage my investment and create the most significant impact in our community."

Ian and Nina are intentional about their giving

"When we give to Mile High United Way we know that our money is making a difference in our community."

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Become a Member of the Tocqueville Society

Membership Benefits

Exclusive invitations to Tocqueville Breakfasts featuring renowned speakers, Social Hours, networking events, program tours, volunteer engagement opportunities, and strategic fundraising initiatives. Connection with like-minded business and community leaders who have a passion for driving social impact. Recognition in Mile High United Way’s annual report, listed on the Tocqueville Society website, and displayed in Mile High United Way's Morgridge Center for Community Change.
Philanthropic advising services to help you manage and reach your charitable goals. Mentoring opportunities with Catalyst members, a leadership group of mid-career professionals committed to becoming members of the Tocqueville Society

Membership Levels

Tocqueville Society, $10,000-14,999

Members of the Tocqueville Society receive exclusive invitations, philanthropic advising services, connection with like-minded business and community leaders, mentoring opportunities and recognition in Mile High United Way's annual report.

Summit Circle,
$15,000 – 24,999

Members of this inner circle of the Tocqueville Society receive all the benefits of Society membership, plus the opportunity to meet one-on-one with members of the Mile High United Way Senior Leadership team to discuss your philanthropic goals.

Champions Circle, $25,000 and up

Members of this distinguished circle of the Tocqueville Society receive an exclusive invitation to an annual Champions Circle event, are recognized in the Mile High United Way Morgridge Center for Community Change and receive all benefits extended to the Summit Circle.

Million Dollar Roundtable, $1,000,000 and up

Members of this exclusive circle of the Tocqueville Society are committed to the highest level of personal generosity to make transformational change in Metro Denver. Million Dollar Roundtable members are invited to a national summit event and receive all benefits extended to the Champions Circle.

Become a Member

Membership is open to donors investing $10,000 or more annually, with at least $5,000 invested directly in a Mile High United Way program through your workplace campaign or through our Donate page. Gifts can be made by check, personal giving account, planned giving, stock transfer, or qualified IRA charitable distribution.

To join or learn more, contact tocqueville@unitedwaydenver.org.

Support First Generation College Students

The Tocqueville Society's Ready, Set, College event is our annual day of service supporting first-generation college students. Help these young adults on the path to success by ensuring they have the tools they need to achieve their dreams.

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What We're Up To

Ready! Set! College! Supports First-Gen College Students

Each year, our Tocqueville Society members support 50 first-generation college students with encouragement, inspiration and school supplies.

Tocqueville Spotlight

Steve & Wendy Topalian serve as our Tocqueville Society Co-Chairs with incredible leadership, humor and a passion for impacting our community together.

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Tocqueville Roster