Michigan Blue Tiger Democrats
Here’s a little info on Blue Tiger Democrats:
A New York Democrat, William Samuels, first started the group in modern times. Mark Brewer at a meeting in 2006, announced the formation to the Blue Tigers in Michigan, the first time a state party promoted the Blue Tigers. There had been Blue Tigers before—in the 1800s and up to World War II. Through community service, Democrats gave back to the community, building both leadership and community ties. That’s what we intend here. There have been Blue Tiger activities all over the state, including Benzie and Leelanau Counties. Click for State Blue Tiger website.
A New York Democrat, William Samuels, first started the group in modern times. Mark Brewer at a meeting in 2006, announced the formation to the Blue Tigers in Michigan, the first time a state party promoted the Blue Tigers. There had been Blue Tigers before—in the 1800s and up to World War II. Through community service, Democrats gave back to the community, building both leadership and community ties. That’s what we intend here. There have been Blue Tiger activities all over the state, including Benzie and Leelanau Counties. Click for State Blue Tiger website.
The dynamic Blue Tigers is the community outreach component of the Manistee County Democratic Party. The Blue Tigers are on the move and committed to serving Manistee County.
Each month, they have been working closely with Cassandra Kamaloski, of the Friendship Society, who has been promoting the Feed American Food Truck. The Blue Tigers are right there, volunteering to help pack the tote bags with food and passing other food items to many families as they drive up in the lengthy lines to receive their food. Not only are they helping with the volunteer effort, but the Blue Tigers are also supporting this endeavor financially as we work closely with Al Frye, who heads up the volunteer efforts in our community.
The Blue Tigers have also been an incentive for students completing their high school curriculum or completing their GED. This organization has provided minimal scholarships for students who may need a little assistance in this endeavor, such as providing gas money so they can get to the campus. This organization has also extended their services to those students in college who may need some financial assistance in purchasing books.
The Blue Tigers are on the move and we’re here to support you to better your life by receiving your high school diploma, GED, or financial assistance in college.
Each month, they have been working closely with Cassandra Kamaloski, of the Friendship Society, who has been promoting the Feed American Food Truck. The Blue Tigers are right there, volunteering to help pack the tote bags with food and passing other food items to many families as they drive up in the lengthy lines to receive their food. Not only are they helping with the volunteer effort, but the Blue Tigers are also supporting this endeavor financially as we work closely with Al Frye, who heads up the volunteer efforts in our community.
The Blue Tigers have also been an incentive for students completing their high school curriculum or completing their GED. This organization has provided minimal scholarships for students who may need a little assistance in this endeavor, such as providing gas money so they can get to the campus. This organization has also extended their services to those students in college who may need some financial assistance in purchasing books.
The Blue Tigers are on the move and we’re here to support you to better your life by receiving your high school diploma, GED, or financial assistance in college.
Current Activities
$500 Donation to FiveCAP for assistance with City Utility Bills - 2020
$500 Donation to St. Joe's Food Pantry
Assistance with Food Distribution with Feeding America - Winter 2021
Blue Tigers Scholarship Recipient
Jessica Ayers was the recipient of the Blue Tigers financial Scholarship in 2019. The Blue Tigers is the Community Outreach program, of the Manistee County Democrats, designed to assist students who wish to complete their GED (General Education Diploma) or complete their high school diploma. This outreach program also assists college students who may have an emergency need for assistance.
With the support of Maryann Allen, from Michigan Works, Jessica completed the application and was found to be worthy of the scholarship. She said, “I am truly grateful and I believe that finishing my high school diploma will greatly increase my opportunities to find a well paying job that will give my family and I stability and a better future.”
Jessica plans to gain more skills in Banking or Financing. She has three (3) years of experience in Money Handling and she currently has three (3) job offers.
Jessica lives in Brethren with her husband, Wesley, and two children ages 5 and 1 ½.
Applications for the Blue Tigers Scholarship can be found at Michigan Works or manisteecountydemocrats.us.
With the support of Maryann Allen, from Michigan Works, Jessica completed the application and was found to be worthy of the scholarship. She said, “I am truly grateful and I believe that finishing my high school diploma will greatly increase my opportunities to find a well paying job that will give my family and I stability and a better future.”
Jessica plans to gain more skills in Banking or Financing. She has three (3) years of experience in Money Handling and she currently has three (3) job offers.
Jessica lives in Brethren with her husband, Wesley, and two children ages 5 and 1 ½.
Applications for the Blue Tigers Scholarship can be found at Michigan Works or manisteecountydemocrats.us.
Blue Tigers Help with Habitat for Humanity
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Manistee Blue Tiger Democrats Team Up With Blossom Boulevard
Friday at 9:00 in the morning bright eyed and fluffy tailed Manistee Dems pitched in with Blossom Boulevard volunteers. It didn’t take long to weed the petunias. Coffee at Goody’s was great afterwards. You can find Blue Tiger Dems working at the Iron Works Café project, the Vogue Theater, The Ramsdell Theater, the Community Garden and lots of other places. For information or to join up, you can call Josh Swenson 723-4395. |
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Blue Tiger Democrats help with Walk for Warmth
Saturday, February 23, 8-10 am Manistee County Blue Tiger Democrats showed up to support FiveCap, Inc's Walk for Warmth. All survived the two mile mild winter walk and enjoyed a lunch donated by Big Al's Pizza and Subway. Money raised goes to assist low income families with winter heating bills.
Saturday, February 23, 8-10 am Manistee County Blue Tiger Democrats showed up to support FiveCap, Inc's Walk for Warmth. All survived the two mile mild winter walk and enjoyed a lunch donated by Big Al's Pizza and Subway. Money raised goes to assist low income families with winter heating bills.