American Friendship Partner – IFI Grand Rapids

By having an American friendship partner, you can have a deeper cultural experience with a native English speaker while you are in the United States. You will be matched with an individual or family in the Grand Rapids area with whom you can visit, enjoy an occasional meal, celebrate holidays, participate in community events, or just relax in conversation. This is an opportunity for you to experience American life in a non-university setting and to learn firsthand about culture in the United States.

Note: This program is available to university students in the Grand Rapids, Michigan area only. WE DO NOT OFFER EMAIL PARTNERSHIPS.

To sign up for an friendship partner, fill out the form below:

American Friendship Partner Interest Form

First Name*
English Name (optional)
Last Name*
Gender*
Birth Year*
Marital Status*
Home Country*
Personal Email*
Campus Email*
Mobile Phone
Other preferred contact methods
- Facebook Messenger
- Instagram DM
- WhatsApp
- WeChat
Please give details of how to contact you for the selected preferred contact methods above (name or ID for the apps selected):
Address
Street Address*

Please enter apartment # if applicable.
City*
State*
Zip Code*
General
US Campus*
Academic Level*
Major*
Do you have your own transportation?*
- Yes
- No
Tell us a little about yourself (hobbies, interests, fun facts, spouse/children, etc.) so we can make the best match:*

American Friendship Partner Interest Form

Address

General