Tocqueville Society Events

It was a beautiful evening for connections and community as members of the Trident United Way Tocqueville Society gathered on May 21, 2024, at the rooftop of the Charleston Gateway Center. Tocqueville Society Chair Giff Daughtridge gave opening remarks to begin the evening program. Mayor Cogswell shared with attendees some of his plans for the City of Charleston, including a preview of his regional affordable housing effort, which was announced publicly the next day, and TUW President & CEO DJ Hampton provided insights into TUW's current efforts and future opportunities. We are so grateful to everyone who attended for your continued generous support of Trident United Way and our Tri-County community, and a special thank you to John Rivers for graciously hosting us!

On  August 1, 2023 members of the Trident United Way African American Leadership Council and Tocqueville Society gathered for a private tour and reception at the International African American Museum led by IAAM President & CEO Dr. Tonya Matthews and other team members. Attendees also had the opportunity to hear from AALC Chair Jennifer Brown, Tocqueville Society Chair Giff Daughtridge and TUW President & CEO DJ Hampton. 

"Four people in business attire stand and have a conversation in front of a building's exterior."

On May 10, 2022, members of Tocqueville Society gathered for their spring event at The Jasper. Members heard about Trident United Way's efforts in the community and enjoyed views of Charleston and the Ashley River.

"On the left, a model ship rests on a table behind a window, behind another table with a sign reading "Trident United Way Tocqueville Society. On the right, co-chairs Anita Zucker and Bill Finn stand and smile."

On December 9, 2021 the Trident United Way Tocqueville Society hosted a members meet and greet. Guests heard remarks from Trident United Way Tocqueville Society co-chairs Anita Zucker and Bill Finn, President & CEO Chloe Knight Tonney and AVP of Community Impact Cathy Easley, and enjoyed music provided by the Coastal Chamber Musicians.

"Four people stand and smile. Furthest to the right is CEO Chloe Knight Tonney."

Trident United Way supporters enjoyed a warm spring evening meeting Trident United Way's new CEO, hearing updates on TUW's work and enjoying a beautiful view of Marion Square from Hotel Bennett.

"A woman facing away smiles and rests her hand on another woman's shoulder. The woman to the right holds a drink and speaks. The room in the background has a subtle gold wallpaper."

Trident United Way Tocqueville members were treated to an evening at a beautiful historic Charleston home on the Battery for its fall event. Gracious hosts Stephan and Mary Hammond opened their home to current Tocqueville members and Renee Linyard-Gary updated members on Healthy Tri-County's release of the Tri-County Health Improvement Plan.

"Four men stand and smile holding golf clubs. Behind them is a bit of golf course and a small pond, a flag, and a house."

Trident United Way Tocqueville Society members gathered together for a round of golf at the prestigious Golf Club At Briar's Creek followed by an exquisite dinner in the clubhouse. Guests learned about Trident United Way's partnership with four local school districts to improve literacy rates in children through the Reading by Third Project.

Past member benefit events:

  • 2016, An Evening Under the Oaks at a private residence in Cohambee, SC
  • 2015, Connecting for Impace at the Historic Cigar Factory
  • 2014, Tocqueville Cooking School at Southern Season
  • 2013, Rooftop Experience at PeopleMatter & Dinner at the American Theater with President of the University of SC, Dr. Pastides
  • 2013, Lee Bros.—James Beard Award-winning cookbook authors, The Sanctuary, Kiawah Island
  • 2013, BMW Performance Center Track Experience
  • 2012, Boeing South Carolina Special Access Tour & Dinner
  • 2012, Kerry Haigh—PGA Championships Managing Director, The Ocean Course’s 18th Green, Kiawah Island