About Us

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.