Community Affinity groups
Burke County Emerging leaders
The Emerging Leaders began in early 2019 when the Burke County Chamber of Commerce and the Burke County United Way came together to create a steering committee. Both saw a need for the development and support of the young professionals in our county, and more opportunities for them to connect, network and give back to their community.
The mission of the Emerging Leaders program is to create opportunities for enriching professional development, networking and community service to young leaders in Burke County.
Through networking events, volunteering opportunities and leadership training, our members leverage the powers of other Burke Emerging Leaders to connect, serve, and grow both professionally and personally. Burke County Emerging Leaders is completely open to all young professionals aged 21-40. There are currently no yearly membership fees.
table rock society
Members of the Table Rock Society are Burke County’s philanthropic leaders.
Donors of $1000 and above are part of our Table Rock Society! Their compassion, brought to life through their generous support of our Burke County United Way and its family of services, sustains our community and helps create a better future. Burke County United Way honors the Table Rock Society, members of which lead from the heart and inspire friends, peers and associates to follow their example.
member benefits
Recognition on Website and Print Materials for Table Rock Society
Annual Appreciation Event
Engagement Survey
Exclusive Availability to Ticketed Events and Volunteer Opportunities
leadership levels
G.T. Cornwell Society $10,000 and above
In 1999, G. T. Cornwell founded the local chapter of the Alexis de Tocqueville Society, called the G. T. Cornwell Society, for individuals contributing $10,000 a year or more to Burke County United Way.
South Mountain Circle $7,500 - $9,999
High Peak Circle $5,000 - $7,499
Hawksbill Circle $2,500 - $4,999
Linville Falls Circle $1,500 - $2,499
Catawba River Circle $1,000 - $1,499
Contact us to learn more about Table Rock Society and philanthropic opportunities.