Together, 116 recipients have been awarded a total of $269,750+ in financial assistance towards their gender-affirming electrolysis and laser hair removal services.
Every person deserves access to the healthcare they need to feel safe and affirmed. But with limited funding—and growing political attacks on trans healthcare—choosing recipients is incredibly difficult. This cycle, we received 698 applications. To support everyone who asked us for help, we would have needed $1.62 million, far beyond our current resources.
This life-changing impact is made possible thanks to incredible fundraisers—like Mercury Stardust's Stream-a-Thon for Trans Health—and the collective power of tens of thousands of supporters who have given so generously to sustain our mission.
"Community care is what makes this work possible," says Jeff Main, Executive Director. "So many of the people supporting our programs are trans people themselves, or loved ones who believe everyone deserves access to healthcare. Especially during moments of fear and uncertainty, people continue showing up for one another in deeply meaningful ways. That collective compassion is powerful, and it reminds us that none of us are alone."
To our donors, Community Grantmaking Fellows, volunteers, and supporters: thank you for showing up with your generosity, your time, and your belief in a future where trans people thrive.
Applications for the next cycle will be accepted online beginning January 1, 2027. On our program webpage, you can learn more and sign up for an email alert to be reminded to apply.