The J. Clay Murphey Society was established in 1985 to honor United Way of Central Georgia's founder. Members of the society follow a proud tradition of other great leaders who have declared, through their actions, that this community is worthy of significant personal investments. J. Clay Murphey Society members share the desire to make a major contribution to improving the quality of life for all in Central Georgia by supporting united Way's efforts in access to Health, Basics Needs, Economic Mobility, and Education and Youth Success. 

Membership in the J. Clay Murphey Society is reserved for those who make an annual contribution of $1,000 to $9,999 to United Way of Central Georgia.