President
President
Monique Shore is the proud parent of a trans daughter. She's been an active member of the Grinnell UMC for over 30 years and is passionate about making Grinnell a more welcoming place for all.
PFLAG Grinnell / Poweshiek County
About Us
Learn More About PFLAG Grinnell / Poweshiek County
PFLAG is the nation's first and largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQIA+ people and those who love them. PFLAG Grinnell/Poweshiek County is a new chapter (launched June 2025) committed to these principles. We serve our community without borders, so if you are in Jasper or any other county in the area, you are welcome to join us! Our goal is to help all of our LGBTQIA+ loved ones live without fear of harm, discrimination, or abuse just because of who they are or who they love.
What We Do
Provide Support – PFLAG facilitates monthly in-person gatherings for parents and allies of LGBTQIA folks. We provide support through these gatherings and offer one-on-one support on request.
Offer Education – As a part of our support groups, we provide discussion on different education topic and access to a variety of print and online materials. We are always open to requests for topics to cover.
Advocate – PFLAG strives to partner with other local and National organizations to educate key decision-makers about the issues that affect our loved ones and families, and to teach others how to use their voices to amplify our efforts toward a more equitable, and just world for the LGBTQ+ community.
Meet Our Board Officers
Secretary
Secretary
Liz Queathem is the proud mother of a transgender son. A professor of biology at Grinnell College, Liz is passionate about the environment and the community.
Treasurer
Treasurer
Kelsey Sandeno is the mother of three and works at Lincoln Savings Bank.
Meet Our Board Members
Member at large
Member at large
Terence Blain-Herrera grew up in Montezuma and currently lives in eastern Poweshiek County with his husband and business partner, Juan.
Member at large
Member at large
Janice Lovig lives at the Mayflower Home and is the proud advocate for her LGBTQ grandchildren.