United Way Leadership Circle

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1 United Way Leadership Circle

2 For over 35 years, I ve seen the power of the United Way make meaningful, impactful and lasting change in our community bringing people together to make Miami-Dade a better place for everyone. I have been blessed so many times over, and I was raised that we have an obligation to give back each in the best way that we can. We each have the power to make a positive difference in someone s life and the United Way makes it easy. - Alex Villoch President & Publisher Miami Herald Media Company United Way Tocqueville Society is comprised of nearly 800 business, civic and philanthropic leaders who share a passion for improving people s lives and our community personally and collectively. - José Mas CEO Mastec, Inc. 2

3 United Way of Miami-Dade Founded in 1924, United Way of Miami-Dade strengthens the community by improving the education, financial stability and health of our residents. Why education, financial stability and health? Because education is the foundation of it all. A good education leads to better jobs with better pay. A stable income is key to greater financial independence. Good health allows children to learn better, adults to increase their income through productive work and older adults to remain independent in their homes. How do we go about this work? First, we begin by asking some tough questions and listening to the community. Then, we partner with individuals and organizations with the expertise to create lasting solutions. We invest in quality programs, we advocate for policies that improve lives, and we collaborate. Then we evaluate our work and report our results to you. By working together, we can solve some of the biggest challenges facing our community. Together, we can build a thriving community in which we all want to live, work and raise our families. Together, we can build a stronger Miami. Please join us and LIVE UNITED by giving, advocating and volunteering today. Why give to United Way? Because we are local. You make our community of Miami-Dade a better place to live by helping tens of thousands of people achieve a better quality of life every year. Because you call the shots. People like you volunteers from all professions, neighborhoods and backgrounds look at the needs of the community and decide the most effective programs to fund. Because your voice will be heard. United Way advocates for the issues that affect our quality of life, helping to secure much needed funding for local programs and policies that support children and working families. Because we are accountable. We take our role as stewards of your generosity very seriously. We adhere to strict governance practices which include volunteer oversight and we consistently receive high ratings from charity watchdog organizations for efficient and effective operations. Because your financial gift goes farther. Through matching grants, corporate and in-kind gifts and more, every $1 you give to the United Way Community Plan turns into $2.51 worth of help for your neighbors. Because together, we re building a stronger Miami. Your gift to the United Way Community Plan is the most powerful way to change lives throughout your local community. By supporting United Way s work in the three building blocks for a good life education, financial stability and health you personally help improve the quality of life within our community. Thank you for making such an important gift. 1

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5 United Way Young Leaders As a member of United Way of Miami-Dade s Young Leaders, you ll enjoy personal and professional networking and development opportunities while having the chance to participate in a variety of volunteer projects and social events. You ll also have that undeniable sense of pride that comes from touching the lives of others. This network of philanthropic young professionals, 40 years and younger, invests its time, talent and resources to improve education, financial stability and health in our community. As a member with an annual gift of $1,000 or more, you ll enjoy an array of educational, social and service events that will prepare you for future leadership roles with benefits such as: Instant access to a network of community business leaders and volunteers Increased involvement in the community through volunteer projects that have measurable impact on our community Interaction and networking with other likeminded young professionals Personal and professional development seminars; activities like our Luncheon with Leaders series, which connects members with prominent local executives Social events including happy hours, pub crawls, luncheons and a lively interactive brunch, among others Since its inception, with two co-chairs and a diverse volunteer committee, Young Leaders has grown steadily and today, has over 850 members representing a broad cross-section of Miami- Dade s industries. And the list of members continues to grow. For more information on how to get involved or join this fun and influential group, please contact Laura Fernandez at (305) or fernandezl@unitedwaymiami.org. 3

6 United Way Women s Leadership Women s Leadership harnesses the power of women to support meaningful change in our community through philanthropy, advocacy and volunteerism, with a particular focus on improving the quality of early childhood education. When you become a member of Women s Leadership, you become part of an elite group of amazing women in our community who are impacting the lives of others and helping to build a stronger Miami. You ll also be connected with some of the most distinguished women leaders in the city. Members enjoy personal and professional development opportunities, a diverse array of volunteer projects and social and networking events throughout the year. As a member with an investment of $1,000 or more annually, you ll set a strong example for others to follow while also receiving the following benefits: Networking opportunities with like-minded women, both business and civic leaders Meaningful, year-round volunteer activities including ReadingPals, a volunteer reader program Advocacy on issues important to women and families Access to a national network of over 60,000 dedicated female philanthropists Personal and professional development opportunities including our Let s Do Lunch series, which connects members with top female executives and visionaries in the communitys Our signature Annual Breakfast that attracts over 1,200 Women s Leadership members 1,200 Women s Leadership Members For more information on how to get involved or join this dynamic group, please contact Carla Landeo at (305) or womensleadership@unitedwaymiami.org. 4

7 United Way Tocqueville Society Established in 1991 to honor those serving our community with extraordinarily high levels of giving, our Tocqueville Society an influential group of 767 business, civic and philanthropic leaders was named after French historian Alexis de Tocqueville, who recognized, celebrated and immortalized the voluntary spirit that typifies America. As a Tocqueville member, you ll have the opportunity to participate in a variety of community and social events and connect with other like-minded business, community and philanthropic leaders. By joining with a gift of $10,000 or more, you demonstrate your keen devotion to our community and benefit from the following opportunities: Annual Grand Reception appreciation event, hosted at a private home Personal and professional networking opportunities like our Tocqueville Tuesday monthly breakfast series Exclusive social and volunteer events In-depth briefings and first-hand looks at community challenges and solutions One-on-one consultation on personal philanthropic goals La Table Ronde de Cinq Millions de Dollars - La Table Ronde d un Million de Dollars United Way of Miami-Dade has received 72 Million Dollar Roundtable gifts, the largest number of any other United Way. There are close to 550 gifts of this level across the United Way system. Bill Gates, Teresa Heinz and Dr. Thomas Frist are examples of some national members. To know more about this exclusive group and benefits, please visit TocquevilleSociety/MillionDollarsRoundtables For more information on how to get involved or join these highly generous philanthropists, please contact Karina Alvarez at alvarezk@unitedwaymiami.org or (305)

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9 The United Way Endowment The United Way Endowment provides long-term sustainable funding to meet the needs of our children and families and guarantees the financial strength of United Way for generations to come. For those who have spent a lifetime giving, an endowment gift is a way to make it last forever. Because United Way s leadership in bringing people and institutions together to respond to community needs has been unparalleled over the past 93 years, a gift to The Endowment helps you create lasting solutions to emerging health and human service needs even the needs we can t anticipate today. We can help you find the right charitable gift, in confidence and without obligation. Here are a few of the gifts to consider: In your will After you structure your will to provide for your family first, include a gift to United Way of Miami- Dade and other charitable organizations you love. Gift of stocks or bonds You ll enjoy additional significant tax advantages if you donate stocks you ve owned for more than one year and that are worth more than when you purchased them. Gift of retirement assets Consider making United Way of Miami-Dade a beneficiary of a percentage of your retirement plan assets. Then, leave less heavily taxed assets to your loved ones. Gift of insurance There are several ways that you can use life insurance to give back to United Way of Miami-Dade. We can help you explore your options. Gift of cash A gift of cash is a simple and easy way for you to make a gift. You will receive a charitable tax deduction that will provide you with savings on this year s tax return. For more information, or to communicate your intention of making a gift, please contact Dania Gorriz at (305) or gorrizd@unitedwaymiami.org. 7

10 Ways to Give Leadership giving levels Annual gift Level of giving $1,000 - $2,499...Cornerstone $2,500 - $4,999...Pillar $5,000 - $9,999...Pioneer $10,000 and up...tocqueville Society Tocqueville member levels: $10,000 - $24,999...Membres de la Société $25,000 - $49,999...Ordre de Liberté $50,000 - $74, Ordre d Egalité $75,000 - $99, Ordre de Fraternité $100,000 - $999, La Société Nationale $1,000,000 or more...la Table Ronde un Million de Dollars $5,000,000 or more.....la Table Ronde de Cinq Millions de Dollars Fast track giving Created to allow donors to incrementally increase their gift over a period of three years, our fast track program allows donors to enjoy the benefits of their chosen level right away. Fast track to leadership example: Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 To Cornerstone...$500...$ $1,000 To Pillar... $1, $1, $2,500 To Pioneer...$2, $3, $5,000 To Tocqueville Society: Membres de la Société...$5, $7, $10,000 Ordre de Liberté... $15, $20, $25,000 Ordre d Egalité...$30, $40, $50,000 Ordre de Fraternité... $55, $65, $75,000 La Société Nationale... $80, $90, $100,000 Family gifts ou can combine your gift with that of your spouse or partner from the same or different organizations, for a total of $1,000 or more, and be recognized together at the leadership level. Gifts of securities Reap greater tax benefits by making your contribution with a gift of appreciated securities. United Way will facilitate this transaction. 8

11 United Way really touches all sectors, it helps everyone in our community. There is no other organization that can do that and do it so well. I believe in United Way s three pillars, education, financial stability, and health, and that is why I have chosen United Way and invite others to join me in supporting its work. - Miguel G. Farra Partner Morrison, Brown, Argiz & Farra, LLC 9

12 United Way of Miami-Dade The Ansin Building 3250 Southwest Third Avenue Miami, FL (305) unitedwaymiami.org 10