Tocqueville Society
Forty years of leadership giving. One pledge that reaches every corner of TAUW's work.

40 Years of Leadership Giving
Since 1986, Tocqueville Society members have helped Tulsa Area United Way invest in local nonprofits, respond to urgent needs, and keep donors close to the work their gifts make possible.
Joining the Tocqueville Society
What is the Tocqueville Society?
Tulsa Area United Way's Tocqueville Society recognizes local philanthropic leaders and volunteer champions who devote time, talent, and funds to the community's most pressing needs. With an annual investment of $10,000 or more, members lead the way for philanthropy across the Tulsa area.
Value of your membership:
- Fund many health and human service needs through one convenient pledge.
- Gain perspective on the Tulsa area's system of care.
- Volunteer alongside community leaders working on long-term solutions.
- Connect with a network of local philanthropic leaders.
- Join a national network of donors making high-impact gifts.
- Access matching dollars for members increasing their impact.
- Attend Tocqueville events throughout the year.
Why Tulsa Area United Way?
Tulsa Area United Way unites people and resources to improve lives and build stronger communities.
TAUW reviews program budgets and outcomes before a dollar goes out the door. Community volunteers help decide how funds are invested to meet the most pressing local needs.
Community investments across our service area enable us to share innovations and scale our impact, funding 160 programs across nearly 70 different organizations.
Through 211 Eastern Oklahoma, we connect people to vital resources across 37 counties, ensuring widespread support for those who need it most. From community dollars raised, Tulsa Area United Way invests.
Step-Up Program
We understand that reaching the Tocqueville level is a significant commitment. Our Step-Up Program offers a pathway for passionate individuals and partners to gradually increase their giving and become full members:
- Year 1: Begin with a pledge of $5,000.
- Year 2: Increase to $7,500.
- Year 3 and beyond: Reach the full giving Tocqueville level of $10,000.
From your initial $5,000 commitment, you will receive full Tocqueville Society recognition and enjoy all member benefits.

Step-up Program
The Tulsa Area United Way Tocqueville Society brings together philanthropists dedicated to addressing the region’s most pressing challenges.
With annual contributions of $10,000 or more, members help drive transformative solutions that ensure every child can succeed, families remain secure, and no one faces hardship alone.
We understand that reaching the Tocqueville level is a significant commitment. Our Step-Up Program offers a pathway for passionate individuals and partners to gradually increase their giving and become full members:
- Year 1: Begin with a pledge of $5,000.
- Year 2: Increase to $7,500.
- Year 3 and beyond: Reach the full giving Tocqueville level of $10,000.
From your initial $5,000 commitment, you will receive full Tocqueville Society recognition and enjoy all member benefits.

Kala Sharp
Kala Sharp brings a career at ONEOK and a long record of Tulsa civic leadership to the Tocqueville chair. A University of Tulsa alumna ('99), she has served as Board President and Capital Campaign Chair for the Child Advocacy Network and on the University of Tulsa's Friends of Finance Board.
In 2026 she leads the Society alongside Annual Fundraising Drive Chairs Lane and Maureen Wilson.
40 Years, Two Perspectives
For the 40th anniversary of Tocqueville at TAUW, President and CEO Alison Anthony sat down with two members whose stories show what leadership giving looks like at different stages of life.

Monica Basu
Executive Director, Maxine and Jack Zarrow Family Foundation
Monica has given to United Way for 40 years, starting when she was 22 and her first boss encouraged her to set aside part of a small paycheck.

Paul E. Johnson
Senior Vice President for Corporate Banking, BOK Financial
Paul joined Tocqueville earlier in his career. His late father Michael and his mother were longtime members whose example shaped his view of giving back to Tulsa.
2026 Events and Opportunities
February 20, 2026
Tocqueville Table With Chef Shannon Smith
March 8, 2026
International Women's Day High Tea, Hosted by Women of Tocqueville + Women United
April 10, 2026
Tocqueville Table With Chef Shannon Smith
July 2026
New Member Acquisition Event, Hosted by Jackie Price Johannsen and Chris Signolfi (Date TBA)
August 22, 2026
Downtown Deco Challenge & 2026 Annual Fundraising Drive Kickoff
September 18, 2026
Day of Caring – Contact TAUW Staff to Become Involved!
September 23, 2026
Tocqueville Society All-Member Reception, Hosted by Kala Sharp
October 2026
Tocqueville Table (Host, Date TBA)
October 8, 2026
Executive Leadership Forum at Williams
November 2026
Tocqueville Table (Host, Date TBA)
Unite and Innovations Pitch Night (Date TBA)

Philanthropie
Your 2026 issue of Philanthropie is here. Inside, you'll find CEO Alison Anthony's letter, features on Jackie Price Johannsen and Betsy Jackson, and more.
See how Tocqueville members helped raise $26,585,627 in 2025 and fund 160 programs across eight Oklahoma counties.

Join the Tocqueville Society
Candice Hurley
Leadership Giving Officer
churley@tauw.org
918.295.6692
