Tocqueville Society
Tocqueville Society members are part of a national program recognized as America's leading philanthropists investing $10,000 or more annually in United Way of Buffalo & Erie County. Our members understand how generosity today impacts the generations of tomorrow.
BENEFITS OF JOINING
- Recognition in the world’s largest individual giving society
- Exclusive Tocqueville Society events featuring intriguing speakers, networking events, program tours, and volunteer engagement opportunities.
- Philanthropic advising services to help you reach your charitable goals
- Connect with like-minded philanthropic members throughout the country
- Engagement with critical business and government leaders
- Satisfaction of collectively impacting lives in Buffalo & Erie County
how to join
Download our printable Tocqueville Membership Confirmation.
If you prefer to give through a Donor Advised Fund, IRA or to easily give the gift of stock, please visit our Ways To Give page.
contact us
For more information, please contact Kristy Davis at 716-863-9958 or Kristy.Davis[at]uwbec.org. Our major gift officers can assist you and your family in fulfilling your philanthropic goals. Our team is here to work with you in identifying a giving avenue that best meets your needs. Through your gift to United Way, you are creating a significant and lasting change in your community. We look forward to working with you and appreciate your support.
PhilanthropistS of the Year
United Way of Buffalo & Erie County's Philanthropist of the Year is chosen through a community-driven selection process to recognize the extraordinary generosity of a person or couple who has made a lasting impact in Buffalo & Erie County. This award recognizes the achievements and contributions of those who have given their time, talent, and treasure.
We are proud to announce David and Shari Hore as our 2021 Philanthropists of the year. They have shown their dedication to future generations of this community through extensive volunteering and generous support.
2021 Tocqueville Society members
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Barbara and Brian Baird - Kavinoky Cook LLP |
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Charles E. Balbach, Melissa Balbach and John Bace, Jennifer and Teo Balbach |
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Bennett Family |
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Jim and Rosemary Biddle |
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Ann and Bob Brady |
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Joan and David Bruce |
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EJ and Karen Butler |
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Donald P. and Florence A. Quinlan - Charitable Trust |
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Paul and Victoria Comeau |
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Shawn and Amy Connoly |
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Paulette M. Crooke and Michael Toner |
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James H. Cummings Foundation |
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Frank and Robin Curci |
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Mary Anne and Ray Dannenhoffer - University at Buffalo, The State University of New York |
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Bradley Derrick |
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Robert and Elizabeth Evans |
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Robert J. and Martha B. Fierle Foundation |
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William and Patricia Frederick |
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Dr. Joseph A. Gardella Jr. and Ms. Carol A. Kizis |
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Brodil and George Gellman |
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Dr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Gibbons |
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Gioia |
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Donna M. Gonser |
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Josephine Goodyear Foundation |
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Peter Grogan and Christye Peterson - Goldman Sachs Personal Financial Management |
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Pete Grum |
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Dave and Shari Hore |
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Mr. and Mrs. James Houser - Delaware North |
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Peter and Mary Jo Hunt |
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John J. and Maureen O. Hurley - Canisius Collge |
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Alice and Jeremy Jacobs Jr. |
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Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy M. Jacobs Sr. |
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Louis and Joan Jacobs |
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Edwin M. Johnston Jr. |
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William and Anne Joyce |
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Dr. Kenneth R. and Linda A. Kahn |
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Ruth Kahn Stovroff |
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Drs. David and Emily Ets-Hokin Kaye |
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Adair and Kevin Kearney - Hodgson Russ LLP |
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Lawley Family |
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Brian and Deborah Lipke |
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Stanford and Judith Lipsey Foundation |
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Donald I. MacDavid |
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Charles Makey - Merchants Insurance Group Mary Kennedy Martin |
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Frank J. McGuire Family Foundation |
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Jock and Betsy Mitchell |
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Trudy and Van Mollenberg |
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Carol and Carl Montante |
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Carolyn and Bob Montgomery |
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Mr. Stephen J. Muscato and Ms. Theresa J. Muscato |
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Sanford and Margery Nobel |
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The Nobel Family Charitable Foundation |
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Susan and Robert O'Sullivan |
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Papa Family Gift |
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Richard and Karen Penfold |
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Mr. and Mrs. Gary Quenneville |
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Betty M. Ramming |
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Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Sadler Jr. Mrs. Maxine and Dr. Steven Awner Mr. Austin Houlding and Ms. Michelle Daubert Mr. James and Mrs. Patricia O'Brien Mr. Chris and Mrs. Kimberly Sebastian Mr. and Mrs. Graziano Spagnolo |
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Ann Sessions |
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Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Shedler |
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Mrs. Kenneth L. Slawson |
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Harris N. Snyder Fund |
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Robert and Chesterine Stevenson |
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Joseph S. and Mary Ann Testa Philanthropic Fund |
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Robert P. Thill and Elizabeth A. Moll Charitable Gift Fund |
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Phyllis Vogt |
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Ted and Ginna Walsh - Walsh Duffield |
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Jack Walsh |
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Eileen and Rupert Warren Charitable Fund |
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Gina and Michael Weiner |
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Ralph and Mary Wilson |
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Dr. Gil I. Wolfe |
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Margaret and Bob Zak |
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Howard and Leslie Zemsky |
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7 members wish to remain anonymous |