Our Mission
To create a community that celebrates the diversity of sexual orientation and gender identity.
Our Vision
To provide support to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people and to create a bridge of understanding among all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
We believe…
- youth who know or are questioning their sexual orientation deserve a safe and nurturing environment.
- in the dignity and equality of all people.
- non-partisan political action is part of who we are as an organization.
- the community we serve includes the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and straight populations of southwest Michigan.
Board of Directors
- Co-Presidents: Mary Harper J.D. / Carol Anderson, Ph.D
- Vice-President: Jonathan Richardson
- Treasurer: Teresa Stankewicz
- Secretary: Margaret DeRitter
- Larry Connor, Ph.D
- Matt Vargo, Student Officer
- Kathy Purnell J.D. Ph.D Officer
- Lori Mercedes, Officer
- Barry Burnside, Officer
- Sarah Westfall, Ph.D Officer
- Bill Jefferson, Officer
- Rev. Beth Mclaren, Officer
- Codie Wedge, Officer
Looking for a staff listing, or historical details? Visit the Staff or History page.


