A fuel cell component is provided including a support plate, a membrane electrode assembly, and a resilient member. The support plate defines a bore extending between a first surface and a second surface. The membrane electrode assembly engages the second surface of the support plate. The resilient member defines a leg and a bead. The leg is disposed within the bore and adheres to the membrane electrode assembly. The bead engages the first surface of the support plate to maintain the membrane electrode assembly in engagement with the second surface of the support plate.