Blue Star Mothers of America has an amazing history. The organization was started on January 22, 1942, when the Flint News Advertiser printed a coupon asking Mothers of serviceman to return the coupon after filling it out.

This led to over 300 mothers meeting at a hotel in Flint Michigan the following month. With Captain George H. Maines acting as the chair for the first meeting, they decided to form a permanent organization.

Mothers volunteered their time through the tough times of World War II – packing care packages and helping out in hospitals. Over the years the organization diminished in size but after being attacked on our own soil again, proud Military Moms started hanging flags in their windows at home proclaiming pride in the fact that we have children protecting our freedom during at time of war.

Blue Star Mothers provides support for active-duty service personnel, promotes patriotism, assists Veterans organizations, and are available to assist in homeland volunteer efforts to help our country remain strong.

When you need encouragement, Blue Star Moms can help you cope with military life and be there for you when you need strength to get through a tough time.