About Our Club
Founded in 2009, Manatee Tiger Bay Club, Inc. is a nonpartisan organization committed to delivering dynamic, engaging, and thought-provoking programs. We tackle a wide range of issues — from political and social concerns to local, state, and national matters — all designed to spark informed conversation and civic awareness.
Our club proudly serves local businesses and community members, offering a welcoming space for both new members and guests. Each month, we feature speakers such as politicians, elected officials, community leaders, public affairs experts, and passionate citizens with firsthand insight on timely topics. These presentations aren’t just lectures — they’re conversations, followed by an interactive Q&A session led by our engaged membership.
We meet on select Thursdays each month at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in downtown Bradenton. The doors open at 11:15 a.m., giving members and guests time to connect and network. At 12:00 p.m., our club president kicks off the program, followed by lunch service. We conclude promptly at 1:00 p.m., ensuring a well-paced and informative experience.
A Message from Our 2025 President Xtavia Bailey
Since its founding in 2009, Manatee Tiger Bay Club, Inc. has remained a nonpartisan organization dedicated to hosting exciting, relevant, and thought-provoking programs. Our events explore a wide spectrum of issues — political, social, local, state, and national — that matter to our community and beyond.
We focus on serving local businesses and engaged citizens, creating a space where dialogue thrives and perspectives are shared. We always welcome new members and guests who want to stay informed and be part of meaningful conversations.
Each program features respected speakers, including elected officials, policymakers, community leaders, public affairs experts, and local voices directly involved in the issues at hand. After every presentation, we open the floor for a live Q&A, allowing members to engage directly with our speakers and deepen the discussion.
Our club meets on select Thursdays at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in downtown Bradenton. Doors open at 11:15 a.m., offering a relaxed networking and social time for attendees. At 12:00 p.m., our president officially opens the program, and lunch is served. We wrap up promptly at 1:00 p.m., ensuring a focused, impactful event experience.
Pat Glass Leadership Scholarship
The Manatee Tiger Bay Club, in partnership with the Manatee Education Foundation, proudly highlights the annual Pat Glass Leadership Scholarship — an award that honors the enduring legacy of public service and leadership exemplified by Pat Glass.
As part of our commitment to investing in the next generation of civic-minded leaders, our goal is to raise a minimum of $8,000 annually to make a meaningful impact on the lives of deserving Manatee County students. These scholarships aim to support graduates who plan to attend a Florida-based public or private university, junior college, or vocational school.
If you are — or know — a 2025 graduate from a Manatee County public, charter, private high school, or homeschool program, we encourage you to apply.
📩 To express interest or request more information, please email us at: admin@manateetigerbay.org
📥 [Download the Pat Glass Scholarship Application]
Let’s support the next generation of Manatee County leaders!