Giving Back To the Community

Chefs for Shelterhouse

Tri-Star was a proud sponsor of Chefs for Shelterhouse on April 25, 2013. This annual event raises funds that help provide programs and services for twelve months for Shelterhouse, which works to build healthy relationships, strong families and safe communities.

Dow Corning Tennis Classic Celebration

Tri-Star is a proud sponsor of the Dow Corning Tennis Classic Celebration. On February 2-10, 2013, the Tennis Classic came to the Midland Tennis Center. This event features rising starts in the sport and is a top stop in a 90-city tour. It is also the longest running tournament on the USTA Circuit. The Classic has a special day for kids and several opportunities to meet the players.

Tri-Star Supports Ele's Place

Tri-Star is a proud supporter of Ele's Place and was a sponsor of their 18th Annual Fall Reception held in Lansing this year. Ele's Place is a healing center for grieving children, supporting families in the Lansing and Ann Arbor regions. Tom Izzo was the guest speaker at the 2012 Fall Reception and is pictured here with Dawn Kenroy and Patty Enfield from Tri-Star.

Frankenmuth Community Foundation Legacy Ball

Tri-Star proudly supports the Frankenmuth Community Foundation's annual legacy ball. This gala evening raises funds that go to the Foundation to enable it to continue supporting projects and programs that enhance the quality of life in the greater Frankenmuth area.

Spartan Marching Band for Kids

Tri-Star sponsored the 10th Annual Spartan Marching Band for Kids Concert on Sunday, September 9, 2012. This exclusive concert by the Spartan Marching Band was held in the backyard of Tim & Cathy Staudt. All proceeds will be divided between the Sparrow Children's Center and the Spartan Marching Band. For the first time in its history, the event sold out in 2012, and raised a record $45,000.

2012 Sparrow Health Classic

The 2012 Sparrow Health Classic was held on June 20th at the Eagle Eye Golf Club in East Lansing. Tri-Star was the Putting Contest Sponsor of the event. The Tri-Star team, comprised of Gene Pickelman, Scott Wagasky, Dr. Mark Castellani, Joe Ruth, and Greg Brogan, were the winning team with 11 under par! Proceeds from the event exceeded expectations and will go to the Area of Greatest Need at Sparrow.

Habitat for Humanity 2012

Tri-Star employees participated in the 2012 Habitat for Humanity
Great Lakes Bay Neighborhood Revitalization Project on June 9th. Habitat for Humanity had over 24 houses in the Saginaw area to complete repairs on. Among Tri-Star volunteers, over 500 volunteers worked on the project.

Matrix: Midland Festival Idina Menzel Concert

Tri-Star was the co-sponsor for Idina Menzel's concert at the Matrix: Midland Festival. The concert was held June 26th at the Midland Center for the Arts. Before the concert, Tri-Star hosted a cocktail party for over 50 guests and then attended the excellent performance.

Tri-Star Trust Bank honored with naming of patient room in Sparrow's Mother Baby Center

In Lansing, a patient room in Sparrow Hospital’s Mother Baby Center has been dedicated to Tri-Star Trust Bank in recognition of their support of Sparrow’s mission to improve the health of the people in mid-Michigan. Tri-Star’s generous donation was made to the Dr. Joseph L. Sheets Endowment, which supports OB-GYN medical resident education. To learn more about this donation, please click here.

Great Lakes Bay Charity Pro Am

On May 16 and 17, Tri-Star sponsored the 3rd Annual Great Lakes Bay Charity Pro Am at the Saginaw Country Club. This event was started in 2010 by Tri-Star Chairman of the Board, Mark Flegenheimer to raise money for an organization of choice. Teams of three enjoyed one day of practice rounds and dinner at HORIZONS Conference Center. Hank Haney, author of the best-selling book The Big Miss, spoke on Wednesday night and also conducted a clinic for participants the next day. In 2012, the event raised $28,500 for the Saginaw Children's Zoo.

23^rd Annual All Area Arts Awards

Tri-Star was a sponsor for  the 23rd Annual All Area Arts Awards on May 3, 2012 at the Dow Event Center. This event celebrates the accomplishments and selfless dedication of artists in our community. All proceeds allow the Saginaw Arts and Enrichment Commission to continue serving the community as a catalyst for the arts. The commission awarded its first Great Lakes Bay Regional Arts Award to Tri-Star’s Chief Executive Officer Larry L. Preston.

Covenant Kids Telethon

On April 20, 2013, Tri-Star was the Fun Site sponsor for the Covenant Kids Telethon at the Mid-Michigan Children's Museum (MMCM). The telethon included TV5 personalities interviewing kids and families who have benefited from the Foundation. All proceeds from this event go directly to enhance the care for Covenant Kids and their families through ongoing philanthropic activities.

Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra

Tri-Star was the concert sponsor for the March 31, 2012 Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra presentation of Past Masters, Present Promise. Before the concert Tri-Star held a cocktail party to celebrate the collaboration of the symphony and local artist, Kellie Schneider. Eight of Kellie’s illustrations were projected above the stage during Ravel’s Mother Goose: Five Children’s Pieces.

Sparrow Gala

Tri-Star sponsored a table at the 2013 Sparrow Gala on February 23rd at the University Club of MSU. The event hosted casino-style gaming, dancing, live music and fabulous food, which all supported the outstanding patient care and community outreach provided by the Cancer Center.

Go Red for Women Luncheon

Relationship Officer Debbie Briguglio and Director of Retirement Plans Jane Hagen of Tri-Star joined clients, Angie Scherzer and Lisa Kocks at Apple Mountain Resort for the 2013 Great Lakes Bay Go Red for Women Luncheon on February 15th. Go Red for Women “celebrates the energy, passion and power we have as women to band together to wipe out heart disease and stroke.” The goal of Go Red for Women is to increase awareness of heart disease among women.

Arts from the Heart 2013

Tri-Star was a Piece of My Heart sponsor of the Mid-Michigan Children's Museums 6th Annual Arts from the Heart on February 7th. The event included a silent auction, raffle and carnival games. Arts from the Heart is the annual major fundraising event for the Mid-Michigan Children’s Museum and benefits the children of the Great Lakes Bay Region.

Childhood Abuse and Neglect Council Mardi Gras Auction

In 2013, Tri-Star's Investment Representative, Drewe Robinson, again served as Chair of the Great Lakes Bay Childhood Abuse and Neglect (CAN) Council Board, made up of the Bay County Nathan Weidner Child Advocacy Center and Saginaw County Child Abuse and Neglect Council. The CAN Council Mardi Gras Fundraiser is an annual auction to raise money for the CAN Council to help make the Great Lakes Bay Region, a place where children are free from abuse and neglect.

MCVI Run for Your Heart 2012

Every September Tri-Star annually sponsors the Michigan Cardiovascular Institute and Saginaw YMCA’s Run for Your Heart. All proceeds of this event go to the MCVI Foundation. The race includes a choice of 10k or 5k run and a 5k walk, followed by a 1-mile Tot Trot for kids 12 and under. Participants were also able to enjoy a new course through Hoyt Park and “run with the animals” in the nationally accredited Children’s Zoo at Celebration Square.

The Great Lakes Bay Miracle League 2012

Tri-Star Trust Bank sponsored a day at the Children's Zoo in Saginaw at Celebration Square for The Miracle League of Mid-Michigan. 190 tickets were donated to the children of The Miracle League, a non-profit organization helping children with physical and mental disabilities. The League uses America’s favorite pastime, baseball, to help the children develop and achieve their full potential.

Power of the Purse 2012

Tri-Star sponsors of the Annual Power of the Purse event in multiple locations, not only in the Bay Area but also Jackson County. In 2012, the Power of the Purse in Saginaw benefited the Bay Area Women's Center. The Jackson event sponsors the Women's Leadership Council of the United Way of Jackson County.

Bierlein Diabetes Golf Classic

Tri-Star sponsored the Bierlein Diabetes Golf Classic on August 22nd at Apple Mountain. The Bierlein Family Diabetes Fund is to educate and reduce the burden on individuals with diabetes, their families, the community, and the healthcare system in the Saginaw Valley.

Autofest 2012

Tri-Star opened its door at its Frankenmuth location on the night of September 7th during Frankenmuth’s annual Autofest. Every year over 2,000 classic cars line the streets of Frankenmuth for a three day festival, with each day jam packed with fun entertainment for the whole family. Tri-Star sponsored a tent as well as live entertainment during the first night of the event.

State Theatre Concert Series

Tri-Star is an annual sponsor of the State Theatre in Bay City, MI. During the 2012-2013 Concert Series Tri-Star will sponsor these top performers:Brush Street with Brass and Strings featuring Julie Mulday, and Elvis Tribute Artist 'Jake Slater', as well as Peter Tork of the Monkees.

Temple Theatre

Tri-Star Trust Bank is a Corporate Sponsor of the Temple Theater for performers such as LeAnn Rimes, Gavin Degraw, Jewel, Garrison Keillor, Anita Baker and Capital Steps.

Saginaw Spirit

From floor decals to dasher boards, from table sponsors to adopting an entire Saginaw City School, Tri-Star Trust Bank has been a mainstay of support for the Saginaw Spirit hockey team.

Also, each year Tri-Star sponsors a Spirit Hockey Ticket Give-Away program for Jerome Elementary School students. The program also gives Spirit Hockey players an opportunity to talk to Jerome students about the importance of getting a quality education.

Click here to listen to Tri-Star's Spirit Spot on the radio!