Frank Heveran (he/him)

Program Director

Frank lives on the Eastside with his cat Bailey. He loves playing in the dirt: making pottery, hiking, and trying new things in the outdoors. He's passionate about creating programming that builds community by forming new connections and friendships, fulfilling folks' needs, and welcoming all. 

  Felicity Tyll (she/they)

Felicity is a queer attorney who has dedicated their career to providing support to survivors of gender-based violence within the state of Michigan. They believe in challenging legal power structures that protect violence through an intersectional examination of the needs of the communities in which we live. They believe that the greatest agent for change comes from within communities through grassroots efforts and building connections with each other, while catering to their introverted sensibilities. They live in Lansing with their fiancée and their matching black cat and dog. When not fighting for survivors, they enjoy riding and training horses with a focus on working with off the track thoroughbreds.

KC Garcia (she/her)

President

KC Garcia is a proud Mexican-American queer woman residing in West Lansing with her little family. She attributes her philanthropic spirit to her late Abuelos, who always taught her to have an open heart and mind, stay humble and help others whenever possible. Her advocacy for the queer community began in high school where she attempted, and ultimately failed, to organize a GSA. The rejection fueled a life-long passion for equality and equity amongst the queer community, particularly for queer people of color. She has been in education her entire career and has volunteered, rallied and donated to many LGBTQIA+ organizations during that time.  She is absolutely elated to be one of your board members! Her hope is to help make Salus the cornerstone of safety, education, community and healing for LGBTQIA+ folx in Lansing and surrounding cities. Recent accolades include Best Mama Ever 2023 (awarded by her 4 year old child), Worst Mama Ever 2023 (also awarded by her 4 year old), Great Lakes Learning Academy Chili Cook-Off Winner of the ‘22-23 school year and All-Time Best Treat Giver/Belly Rubber (awarded by her 11 year old husky).

Mia Murphy (she/her)

Mia is an advocate for public universities in Michigan and a proud lesbian. As a lifelong Michigander, she is dedicated to building strong educational institutions that have the resources necessary to support the success of their diverse student populations. After starting her career with Michigan Equality, Mia now works frequently with the legislature, the executive branch, and nonprofits and looks forward to bringing her skills to advance equity and justice for Lansing’s LGBTQIA+ community. She holds a PhD in Higher, Adult, & Lifelong Education from Michigan State University, an MA in International Relations from the University of Chicago, and a BA from MSU. She's a sucker for a good board game, video game, or a time travel adventure novel. Mia is very thankful for the community she found through Salus, and lives in Lansing with her lovely wife.

Rose Stanyer (she/her)

Vice President of Operations

Rose Stanyer is working towards building community bridges through inclusive education. She’s a queer woman from Central Michigan, and her passions include film, nature, and helping others. Wrapping up a degree in Broadcast/Cinematic Arts, she’s excited to use her skills of media production to create connections and communicate contemporary concepts. She’s spent her college years studying underrepresented groups, and is eager to put her studies into effect by providing meaningful support.

Rose also minored in Women & Gender studies, with particular interest and attention paid to Queer Feminism. She believes that crafting an intersectional filter to help you view the world is critical to recognize and combat injustices. She is excited to get to connect with and get to know the lovely community that we’re committed to growing.

In her spare time, you can find her camping, riding her motorcycle, or being sad about it being winter. (She remains adamant that Winter is pretty, too, at least). She’s a gamer with no free time, but enjoys tabletop and card games of all kinds. 

Sab Fuller (they/them)

Sab has a background in healthcare where they have worked in a multitude of nursing roles. They grew up without access to queer representation or community which has given them the drive to both advocate for and be involved in the community as much as possible. They volunteer with a smaller pride organization that advocates for policy change and safety for 2SLGBTQIA+ students in the local school system as well as provides representation in a small town. They live with their wife and 2 kiddos whom inspire and support them daily to be the most authentic version of themself. Playing volleyball, hiking, watching their kids’ sporting events, or reading is where they spend their free time. They love a good DIY project and dabble in the fiber arts.