The annual Alexis de Tocqueville Award is the highest honor that a local United Way can bestow. It is presented to an individual or couple who embodies the American spirit of giving and volunteerism witnessed by Alexis de Tocqueville, a young French philosopher, as he traveled through the United States in the 1800’s.

Anne and Guido share a passion for changing the world. They are determined advocates for excellence in education for all children and for a society in which all people are treated equally. Through their leadership and action they demonstrate what it means to be community champions for justice, equality and benevolence.

These are a few of the photos from a recent event. See more pictures at:

http://picasaweb.google.com/UnitedWayofGreaterNewHaven/LeadershipAndTocquevilleReceptionHerbertHPearceAwardHonorsCalabresis#

Or watch a video at:

http://www.youtube.com/user/UnitedWayofGNH#p/a/u/1/HNQDJwW2VTk