Donor Recognition

Tocqueville Society

The United Way Tocqueville Society was formed to deepen individual understanding of, commitment to, and support of United Way's work. The society recognizes local philanthropic leaders and volunteer champions around the world who have devoted time, talent, and funds to create long-lasting changes by tackling our community's more serious issues.

Membership in the Tocqueville Society is granted to individuals and families who contribute at least $10,000 annually to a member United Way.

La Societe Nationale $100,000-$249,999
Ordre de Fraternite $75,000-$99,999
Ordre d’Egalite $50,000-$74,999
Ordre de Liberte $25,000-$49,999
Members de la Societe $10,000-$24,999

A.S. Garretson Society

This society was established in tribute to Arthur S. Garretson who came to Sioux City in 1874 at the age of 23. By the age of 30 he was a self-made millionaire, promoting many of the leading business enterprises of Sioux City. Donors who contribute more than $1,000 to United Way of Siouxland's annual campaign are part of this society.

Garretson Society $1,000-$2,499
Garretson Society Silver $2,500-$4,999
Garretson Society Gold $5,000-$9,999

Caring Society

The Caring Society consists of hundreds of donors who contribute $500-$999 to United Way of Siouxland's annual campaign.

Company Donor Recognition Levels

Recognition is based on total giving, which may include corporate gifts, employee donations, and/or special event.

MAJOR BUSINESSES

Major Businesses employ 250 or more local people. Leadership recognition levels for this category are:

Pewter: $500-$999
Bronze: $1,000-$4,999
Silver: $5,000-$9,999
Gold: $10,000-$19,999
Platinum: $20,000-$49,999
Diamond: $50,000+

LARGE BUSINESSES

Large Businesses employ 50-249 local people. Leadership recognition levels for this category are:

Pewter: $500-$999
Bronze: $1,000-$4,999
Silver: $4,000-$9,999
Gold: $10,000-$19,999
Platinum: $20,000-$49,999
Diamond: $50,000+

MEDIUM BUSINESSES

Medium Businesses employ 20-49 local people. Leadership recognition levels for this category are:

Bronze: $500-$999
Silver: $1,000-$2,999
Gold: $3,000-$4,999
Platinum: $5,000-$9,999
Diamond: $10,000+Smale

SMALL BUSINESS

Small Businesses employ 20 or less local people. Leadership recognition levels for this category are:

Bronze: $500-$999
Silver: $1,000-$2,999
Gold: $3,000-$4,999
Platinum: $5,000-$9,999

Company Donor Awards

2025 10% Club Businesses

The following businesses increased their overall campaign year over year by 10%+.

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Small, Medium, Large & Major Business of the Year and Most Improved Awards

2025 Award Winners:

Most Improved Campaign of the Year - Tyson Foods
Major Business of the Year - Seaboard Triumph Foods
Large Business of the Year - Klinger Companies, L.L.C.
Medium Business of the Year - Custom Woodworks
Small Business of the Year - RBC Wealth Management

2024 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Great West Casualty Company
Large Business of the Year - Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront
Medium Business of the Year - Kalins Indoor Comfort
Small Business of the Year - KC Engineering, P.C.

2023 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Thompson Solutions Group
Medium Business of the Year - Heidman Law Firm
Small Business of the Year - KC Engineering, P.C.
Most Improved Campaign: CF Industries

2022 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Tyson Foods
Medium Business of the Year - King, Reinsch, Prosser & Co.
Small Business of the Year - BAIRD

2021 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Central Bank
Medium Business of the Year - CMBA Architects
Small Business of the Year - Availa Bank
Most Improved Campaign - Northwest Bank - Le Mars

2020 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Security National Bank
Medium Business of the Year - Henjes, Conner & Williams, P.C.
Small Business of the Year - Heritage Bank
Most Improved Campaign - Gelita
Best New Campaign - Sterling

2019 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Sioux City
Medium Business of the Year - CMBA Architects
Small Business of the Year - Heritage Bank
Most Improved Campaign - Tyson Fresh Meats

2018 Award Winners:

Major Business of the Year - PREMIER Bankcard
Medium Business of the Year - F&M Bank
Small Business of the Year - Robert W. Baird & Co.
Most Improved Campaign - Klinger Companies, Inc.

Thank You Grant Donors

United Way of Siouxland thanks the following corporations and foundations whose grant funded investments have helped provide critical services and support to the Siouxland community. Your generosity has changed lives for the better!