Grand Rapids Sister Cities International

Our board is a dynamic group of globally minded individuals who work with a diverse group of volunteers, members and the community at-large. They have excellent follow through on projects and are terrific storytellers for Grand Rapids Sister Cities and the amazing work we are doing to promote peace, respect and mutual understanding with our five sister cities and the people of Grand Rapids. They LOVE to work internationally! Our board members give their own gifts to the organization and ask for others to contribute time, talent and treasure.

Our Board Members

• Marcy Ann Yanus - President - marcyy@grsistercities.org

• Louis Berra - Vice-President - loub@grsistercities.org

• Tom Zook - Secretary - tzook@grsistercities.org

      "I have been interested in GRSCI since coming to Grand Rapids. I have traveled to 31 countries and believe that if cities and countries could better understand each other, we could learn to appreciate our differences. I love other cultures and appreciate other lifestyles, beliefs, and customs."

• Heather Gluszewski - Treasurer - heatherg@grsistercities.org

     "I was searching for an organization to be a part of that was diverse and had a global philosophy.  My experience with GRSCI has been more rewarding then I ever imagined.  GRSCI has been an incredible opportunity to learn, share, and interact with people around the world." 

• Benjamin Amponsah - benjamina@grsistercities.org

      "My parents and family live in the Ga West and Ga East Districts. When I came to Grand Rapids, I immediately became involved in Grand Rapids Sister Cities. I am excited about the opportunity to engage in economic development with our sister cities."

• Arturo Armijo

• Mary Edmond

• Michael Jasperse

• Joan Lupton

• Jennifer Moore

• Adam Rogalski

• Rina Sala-Baker

• Jean Silbar

• Monica Sparks

• Jane Bush - City Liaison