Tocqueville

Local Leadership. Lasting Impact.

Tocqueville brings together United Way of Cass-Clay’s most dedicated leaders, individuals and families investing $10,000 or more annually to change the trajectory of our region.

With more than 100 local members investing over $1 million annually, Tocqueville provides the momentum required to confront our community’s most complex challenges.

View our current Tocqueville donors:

Trailblazer Tocqueville: $50,000 - $99,999

Judy Fedje
Joe and Sandra Paul
Al and Mary Severson

Visionary Tocqueville: $25,000 - $49,999

Twylah and Jim Blotsky
Mike and Peggy Bullinger
Steve and Mary Dewald
Brian Hayer
Sindy and Brad Keller

Tocqueville: $10,000 - $24,999

Julie Alin
Doug Anderson and Pam O’Leary
Ben and Sydney Armbrust
Mike and Heather Arntson
Mike and Beth Astrup
Tom and Stephanie Astrup
Jon and Nikki Bogenreif
Ashley Brandt-Duda and Shawn Duda
Doug and Kathryn Burgum
Billy and Jessica Cavender
Dan Conrad
Christie Danielson
Kelly and Zack Dawson
Tom and Georgia Dawson
Nathan de Venecia
Dan Dougherty
Jess Engel and Christian Tvedten
Corey and Brandi Enger
Chad and Emily Flanagan
Randy and Danita Gerhold
David and Patty Glennon
Renee and Mike Gravalin
Kayce and Gabe Halley
Summer and Derek Hanson
Erik and Emily Hatch
Brandi Hedin
Stacie and Garth Heiden
Hinsz and Weigum Families
Ryan and Cherish Hoffman
Sasha Holmes
Karla and Michael Isley
Paul and Heather Jarski
Susan and Ed Jarvis
Liz and JJ Johnson
Lynn and Jorin Johnson
The late Norm Jones
Rod and Diane Jordahl
Mark Julik
Patrick Kautzman
Karen Klein
Matt & Elise Labernik
Tiffany and Rick Lawrence
Dr. Fred Mamuya
Ross and Rochelle Manson
Kelly and Todd McComb
Tammy Miller and Craig Palmer
Lauris and Laurie Molbert
Bill and Marna Nelson
Nikki and Blake Nelson
Dr. Rachel and Matthew Ness
Dr. Brent and Dr. Laura Nichols
Sandi and Perry Piatz
Landon and Paige Poss
Matt and Katie Powlish
Tom Rickard
John Rommesmo
Michael Russell
Steve and Tiffany Scheel
Bill and Mary Schlossman
Brad and Carol Schlossman
Jeff Schmidt
Jason and Jackie Seger
Lex and Karen Silbernagel
Chris and Heather Siverson
Dick and Jo Ellen Solberg
Mike and Charleen Solberg
Tonya and Dave Stende
Steve and Kari Stoner
Dr. David and Theresa Theige
Neil Van Dam
Becky and Greg Walen
Sarah and Chad West
Julie and Dan Whitney

Your Capital at Work

By targeting the root causes of poverty, Tocqueville investments directly fuel coordinated local efforts to:

For over five decades, United Way has been central to our giving. Since 2008, we have proudly been Tocqueville members, making a tangible difference in ending hunger, homelessness and helping local children succeed.

—Tom and Georgia Dawson

The Tocqueville Experience

As a Tocqueville member, you gain access to a curated network of civic leaders and deep insight into regional data:

  • Connect: Build relationships with fellow high-impact philanthropists
  • Learn: Receive behind-the-scenes briefings on emerging regional opportunities and challenges
  • Engage & Lead: Experience firsthand the work of our Verified Impact Partners and help cultivate a local culture of generosity

Investments Levels & Flexible Pathways

Every level of investment accelerates systemic change across Cass and Clay counties.

  • Tocqueville ($10,000-$24,999 annually): Drive meaningful, immediate annual investments in local impact
  • Visionary ($25,000-$49,999 annually): Advance transformational solutions and inspire the next generation
  • Trailblazer ($50,000-$99,999): Accelerate targeted community change with exceptional leadership capital
  • Legendary ($100,000+ annually): Support, bold innovative systems-level changes that shape our region’s future

Start Your Tocqueville Experience Today

A Flexible Path: The Graduated Giving Program

Aspiring to join the Tocqueville community by prefer to step up your giving over time? Out Graduated Giving Program provides a flexible, good-faith pathway to full membership over a three- or five-year timeline, allowing you to engage fully starting today.

Start Your Graduated Giving Plan

Step Into Your Leadership Role

True community transformation requires visionary leaders who are ready to act. Reach out to explore how your annual investment can drive immediate solutions and inspire a culture of generosity across Cass and Clay counties.

Questions? Reach out to our team today.

Dan Klug, Major Gifts Lead
dklug@unitedwaycassclay.org
(218) 791-9579

Christie Lewandoski, Director of Resource Development
clewandoski@unitedwaycassclay.org
(701) 532-4605