Bring Lasting Change

Leadership Societies

When you engage with United Way of Southwest Alabama, you bring your passion, skills, and vision to our collective efforts, focusing on the greater good. Each of us contributes a unique perspective, experience, and enthusiasm, which forms the foundation of the innovative solutions needed to create positive change on a large scale.

By joining one of our Leadership Societies through a gift to United Way’s annual campaign, you facilitate meaningful involvement for yourself and your family, fostering impactful change throughout Southwest Alabama.

At every membership level

  • Gain opportunities to address our community’s most pressing issues

  • Nurture your philanthropic spirit

  • Advance your personal and professional aspirations

  • Deepen your understanding of the innovative solutions tackling the needs of Southwest Alabama residents

  • Acknowledgment as a community leader, receiving recognition for your contributions to our shared goals

Emerging Leaders

The Emerging Leaders are group of young professionals aged 21 to 40 committed to enhancing the quality of life in our community, a community where your contributions create tangible change, your network expands, and your leadership skills develop.

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John L. LeFlore Leadership Society

We unite African American change makers committed to making a significant impact in our community through philanthropy, volunteerism, and advocacy. This society is not just about giving, but about leading, sharing, and inspiring.

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Women United

Empowering women to build stronger communities through leadership and generosity, this group of community-minded women contributes their personal passions, inspired ideas, and unique strengths.

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Alexis deTocqueville Society

The Alexis de Tocqueville Society is a prestigious group of philanthropic leaders dedicated to enhancing our community vitality and resilience. Members supporting long-term solutions in impact areas like youth opportunity, financial security, healthy communities, and community resilience.

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