At this year’s Tocqueville Dinner, we celebrated a remarkable milestone: 50 new members joined the Tocqueville Society over the last year. This achievement is a testament to the power of our Tocqueville community. It was only possible because you, our dedicated members, invited friends, colleagues and peers to join you in making a significant investment in Dane County. Your belief in the transformative power of philanthropy continues to light the way.

This year, Tocqueville members have carried that torch forward with purpose and passion. Through personal conversations, workplace gatherings and special events, you’ve shared your stories: how you started, why you give and what it means to live generously. These moments have sparked curiosity and inspired action, helping to shape the next generation of philanthropic leaders.

On September 30, Mike Victorson, CEO of M3 Insurance and Tocqueville Member since 2004, joined LINC for Young Professionals member Jackson LeRoy for a Leadership Spotlight conversation. LINC brings early-career professionals together and provides opportunities for volunteering, philanthropy and professional development. “Good philanthropy is good business, and good business is good philanthropy,” he said. “United Way was crucial for building my local network. The number one place for me to get connected to people and business leaders was with United Way of Dane County.”