Palmetto society donors at Charleston Riverdogs game with family

Palmetto Society members share a spirit of caring, a passion for giving generously, and a desire to make a real difference in the lives of people in need in our community.

Each year the Palmetto Society grows with an understanding that a leadership gift to Trident United Way is an investment resulting in measurable impact on key community issues. We invest in Trident United because of its strategic vision, and its ability to bring community and business leaders to the table to create smart solutions.

With nearly 1,200 Palmetto Society members contributing more than $1.1 million, we are dedicated to making our community a better place. We hope you will continue to join us as champions of positive change.

Benefits YOU will enjoy as a member: 

  • Premiere networking and social events with other members
  • Prominent recognition in Trident United Way’s annual leadership listings
  • Opportunities to engage with other highly influential philanthropists in our community
  • Special communications about Trident United Way’s work and the impact of your contribution
  • Qualification for membership in all applicable donor networks
Palmetto Society members donate $1,000 or more annually to Trident United Way. Within the Society, there are three levels of membership:
 

President's Circle

$5,000-$9,999

Executive's Circle

$2,500-$4,999

Director's Circle

$1,000-$2,499


2025 Palmetto Society Oyster Roast & Lowcountry Boil

Oyster Roast Hosted by The Palmetto Society

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2025 Oyster Roast Hosted by The Palmetto Society! It was a wonderful evening filled with good food, great company and deep appreciation.

We are truly grateful for our generous donors who continue to make a lasting impact in our Tri-County community. Your dedication and support of Trident United Way is creating opportunities, strengthening families and building a brighter future for all.

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

ForvisMazarsChernoff NewmanTanger Charleston


2024 Lunch for Impact

Photo of DJ Hampton, Barbara Melvin, Peter Tecklenburg, Natasha Chatman and Alissa Lietzow

TUW Palmetto Society and Tocqueville Society members gathered on Monday, December 9 at the Camden Room in the Charleston Visitors Center for the annual Lunch for Impact: Ignite the Light Toward a Brighter Tomorrow. We were thrilled to share all the positive changes achieved in 2023-2024, made possible by the generous support of our leadership donors.

In addition to sharing key highlights from our Impact Report and upcoming shift in mission focus, we also spoke about our Changemaker Grants program and its impact on the community. Charleston Pro Bono Legal Services Executive Director Alissa Lietzow spoke about how the organization has utilized these grants to provide assistance to clients in their time of need.

Thank you to everyone who attended the event, and thank you for your continued generous support. United is the Way we can create a brighter future for families in our community!

Thank you to our generous sponsors!

South Carolina Ports, The InterTech Group, Chernoff Newman

Questions? Contact Lee Anne at lastone@tuw.org.


Please contact Leah Moore at lmoore@tuw.org for more information.