Leading the Way Through Generosity
United Way of Naugatuck & Beacon Falls honors individuals and families who go above and beyond in their commitment to our community. Through leadership giving, donors become part of a tradition of impact, creating lasting change and setting the tone for others to follow. Two unique societies, the Tocqueville Society and the Salem Society, celebrate individuals and families whose generosity helps shape a stronger future for all.
Why Leadership Giving Matters
Your Gift, Your Legacy
Gifts at the leadership level help United Way tackle long-term community challenges with stability and vision. Giving at this level means more than meeting immediate needs, it ensures that vital programs can grow, adapt, and thrive for years to come.
You can also direct your gift toward a named fund or work with United Way to identify a cause that aligns with your personal goals.
The Tocqueville Society
Inspiring Change at the Highest Levels
Named after French diplomat Alexis de Tocqueville, who admired the American spirit of volunteerism and community, this society honors those who contribute $10,000 or more annually to United Way. Tocqueville members play a transformational role in sustaining vital local programs and services.
The Society reflects Alexis de Tocqueville’s deep admiration for America’s spirit of voluntary action for the common good, as well as recognizes this resolute commitment to service on both local and national levels. Membership is extended to individuals contributing $10,000 or more annually to United Way.
The Tocqueville Society offers its members the opportunity to contribute at two levels of commitment.
Ordre de Liberté
$25,000 – $49,999
Membres de la Société
$10,000 – $24,999
The Salem Society
A Tradition of Local Commitment
The Salem Society of United Way of Naugatuck & Beacon Falls recognizes those individuals who make especially generous gifts. The Society was founded in 1990 by Ron Lengyel and Jeff Witherwax, two prominent members of our community. It was named after Naugatuck’s original name “Salem Society” from 1773. Philanthropy was at its best then and still is now for our community of Naugatuck.
In 1774 a town committee including John Hopkins and Samuel Lewis of Salem Society, undertook to collect contributions for the relief of the poor in Boston. Boston had been cut off by the port bill from food supplies that would ordinarily land in Boston. Salem Society responded to the appeal generously. They believed that human caring is the key to a healthy society.
The Salem Society offers its members the opportunity to contribute at various levels of commitment.
Platinum Level
$5,000 – $9,999
Gold Level
$2,500 – $4,999
Silver Level
$1,000 – $2,499
Bronze Level
$500 – $999
Ready to Make a Leadership Gift?
Join a Society That Reflects Your Values
We welcome conversations with individuals and families ready to take the next step in their giving journey. Whether through a one-time gift, annual pledge, or planned legacy, your leadership supports the heart of this community.
You and your financial advisors can select a gift that balances your needs, your interest in United Way, and your personal goals. We can help you explore gift-planning options that create meaningful impact and may also provide tax advantages or benefits for your heirs.
For more information please contact the United Way office at 203-729-1564.