Grand Traverse Democratic Party 2025 Obama Dinner Fundraiser: A Time for Hope
The Grand Traverse Democrats invite you to our annual fundraiser — the Obama Dinner: A Time for Hope — on Friday, October 3, 2025, at The Hagerty Center in Traverse City.
Come together with fellow Democrats and community leaders for an evening filled with great food, entertainment, and inspiration, all in support of the critical work ahead in 2026 and beyond.
🗓 Date & Time: October 3, 2025 | 6:00–9:00 PM
📍 Location: The Hagerty Center, 715 E Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686
🍽 Buffet Dinner
🍸 Cash Bar
🎤 Featured Speakers:
Kyle Blomquist, Candidate for CD-1
Callie Barr, Candidate for CD-1
Wayne Stiles, Candidate for CD-1
Jacob Toomey, Deputy Director of Government Affairs, LiUNA
Barb Byrum, Ingham County Clerk, Candidate for MI Secretary of State
Curtis Hertel, Chair of the Michigan Democratic Party
🎶 Entertainment:
Michigan-based artist Laurel Premo
NoMi Song Circle
Ticket & Sponsorship Options:
Single Ticket - $125
Silver Sponsor - $250
Gold Sponsor - $500
Table Sponsor - $900 (Includes 8 Tickets)
Rising Young Dems* - $50
*limited amount for under 40s with financial barriers.
Let’s gather in the spirit of “A Time for Hope” and build momentum for a brighter future. Reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
Questions? Contact Courtney Wiggins, Director of Party Affairs at courtney@gtdems.org
Contribution rules
- I am a U.S. citizen or lawfully admitted permanent resident (i.e., green card holder).
- I am making this contribution with my own personal credit card and not with a corporate or business credit card or a card issued to another person.
- I am at least eighteen years old.
- This contribution is made from my own funds, and funds are not being provided to me by another person or entity for the purpose of making this contribution.