Meet the BOard Members

Jolene Ramsey-Moody | President

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Jolene Ramsey-Moody is a proud Navy Veteran, dedicated community advocate, and loving matriarch of a large vibrant family. As a mother to eight children (& counting) and a nana to two amazing granddaughters, she brings warmth, resilience, and leadership to every aspect of her life.

As long-standing member of the Metropolitan Community Church of the Quad Cities (MCCQC), she has spent years fostering inclusivity, spiritual growth, and support within the local faith and LGBTQ+ communities. Her commitment to service extends into her active involvement with Quad City Pride where she plays a key role in advancing visibility, equality, and celebration of diversity across the region.

Whether through her military service, her faith, or her tireless community engagement, she embodies strength, compassion, and a fierce dedication to making a lasting impact.

Natasha Hoenig | Vice President

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Natasha is Quad Cities born and raised. A country girl. You’ll find her in her gardens, her kitchen, at the rugby pitch, or on horseback. A fierce Mama of 5 sons, Go-Go to 2 grandbabies, business owner, and community leader. Shows up through tireless volunteering; traversing Iowa and Illinois building community, bridging gaps, and bringing joy through her dedication, epic Pride swag, yummy food, and HUGS.

Natasha serves as Vice President of QC Pride, State Leader of Free Mom Hugs-Iowa, and LGBTQIA+ Chair and Community Coordination Chair for Metrocom NAACP of Davenport. Founder of Clocksgiving and Out & Proud in the Quad Cities. She also volunteers with Moms Demand Action. Driven by her belief in “Community over Competition”, Natasha advocates for the rights of all through consistent, hands-on volunteering and leadership.

Joe Golden | Treasurer

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Joe Golden is a Quad City community member who has lived in this area since 2012. Joe graduated from St. Ambrose University where he now works as the Program Coordinator for the Master of Public Health (MPH) program. In this role, Joe aids and assists both faculty and students, ensuring the smooth operation of the program and fostering an environment conducive to learning and growth as well as assisting with grant funded research in areas such as gun violence prevention and refugee health education.

In his free time, Joe coaches recreational gymnastics and is passionate for public health advocacy, especially focusing on LGBTQ+ health equity and is engaged in community based participatory research, working with organizations such as The Project of the Quad Cities, Family Resources Inc., and World Relief QC. In graduate school Joe worked with the Project of Quad Cities to expand upon the outreach efforts and better understand the unique health needs of LGBTQ+ identifying individuals in the QC area. As a graduate he has gone on to present this research to public health related conferences in the bistate region and further educate public health workers and providers on best practices for culturally competent and welcoming care for this population. While an emerging professional in the public health industry, Joe's efforts in these areas highlight his dedication to creating inclusive and supportive environments for all.

Sara Meyer | Secretary

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Sara moved to the Quad Cities in 1986 with her family to attend St. Ambrose University. After graduating, she remained in the community where she built her career and raised her children. For 25 years, Sara worked in the field of substance abuse counseling, dedicating her professional life to supporting individuals and families navigating the challenges of addiction. Sara retired from counseling to care for her life partner of 23 years, who passed away in 2017. Sara remained deeply engaged in community work, volunteering, and working part-time jobs. She found great satisfaction sharing her knowledge and creative talents with individuals living in senior residential settings and working as an administrative assistant. In November 2024, she officially retired after she resigned as Office Manager for Quad Cities Interfaith.

In addition to her involvement with QC Unity Pride, she serves as Secretary for QC Pride in Memory, an organization dedicated to documenting and preserving the local LGBTQ+ history of the Quad Cities, while also providing educational opportunities that foster understanding, visibility, and inclusion.Today, Sara is surrounded by her own large and vibrant family. She is the proud mother of four children, three daughters and a son – all of whom remain incredibly close. She credits both sides of the family for fostering this bond and teaching her children to value diversity, respect, and independence. In addition to her 4 kids, grandchildren, & great grandchildren, her family has been gifted with both a daughter & a son-in-law and their children. Since 2019, Sara has lived in Rock Island with her current partner of 7+ years.

Sara has a lifelong love of music, a passion that began in childhood, when she joined her extended family in her Grandparents' kitchen, singing songs of her parents' generation in joyful harmony. Music remains close to her heart, with those cherished memories continuing to inspire the joy and connection she brings to those around her.

Jennie Hallas | Events Coordinator

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Jennie Hallas is a dedicated community advocate who has called the Quad Cities and surrounding area home for 42 years. She currently serves as an accountant for the nonprofit organization SAL Community Services, bringing a strong foundation in organization, detail-oriented management, and stewardship backed by degrees in library science and bookkeeping.