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The Leadership Society

Leadership donors help United Way for Southeastern Michigan and our community by making yearly gifts that create lasting change in our area.

The Leadership Society honors donors whose gifts positively impact individuals and families in Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties. Last year, leadership donors gave more than $4 million. This money helped families in need and supported programs that provide long-term solutions and more opportunities.

How to Become a Leadership Donor

Leadership donors support United Way for Southeastern Michigan through an annual gift between $1,000- $9,999. There are many ways to make your gift. Click here to learn more.

Benefits of Being a Leadership Donor

As a Leadership Donor, you will enjoy:

  • An annual appreciation event
  • Networking and professional development opportunities
  • Exclusive volunteer opportunities
  • Invitations to our yearly Impact Tour Series
  • A semi-annual newsletter

Meet our Leadership Society Committee

Co-Chairs:

  • Dave Skaff, Old National Bank
  • Dana Williams, Detroit Employment Solutions Corporation

Committee Members:

  • Brandon Black, Bank of Ann Arbor
  • Laura Dickerson, International Union, UAW
  • JPaul Dixon, Hylant
  • Mac Dobson, Lending Club Bank
  • Kyle Mazurek, ITC
  • Priscilla Perkins, Accounting Aid Society
  • Phil Santer, Ann Arbor Spark
  • Deb Thompson, Community Member
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Download Brochure

Learn more about the Leadership Society through our brochure.

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Your dollars make a difference right here in our community, and we make it easy to give in several different ways. Donate through our secure site, or find additional options on our Ways to Give page.

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Contact Us

Contact Us

Fill out this form to get in touch with us, or reach out directly if you prefer:

Ben Thompson
Director of Philanthropy, Leadership Giving
734-677-7224
Ben.Thompson@UnitedWaySEM.org

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Our Impact

The Leadership Society makes a major impact in Southeastern Michigan. Here are just a few ways they do it.

households supported.

contributed by Leadership Society members in 2023.

backpacks and school supplies distributed.