Meet E
E's story
HRT Access Fund recipient
E (he/him) is a genderfluid student from Florida who has spent the last three years persistently seeking access to HRT, only to be met with closed doors. Trusted practitioners in his area have left the state, and every number he tries feels like a dead end. To be seen at all, E has had to drive hours across state lines just to get an appointment.
Balancing his education at a community college with significant financial strain, E lives paycheck to paycheck. Rent and student loan payments consume nearly all of his income, leaving him reliant on food banks and struggling to cover car expenses, medical bills, and occasional support for his mom. Insurance roadblocks in Florida make gender-affirming care feel out of reach.
For E, receiving 12 months of HRT support would mean finally accessing the care he has fought so long for. He shared, “It would allow me to obtain something I thought I would never have while also giving me the breathing room to focus on other financial struggles in my life.”
E's timeline
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Award Granted
August 17, 2025
E has been granted an HRT Access Fund award! -
HRT Onboarding Date
September 5, 2025
E has been onboarded by their HRT Provider!
Grant details
$1,140 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Testosterone+
On average, it costs $1,200+/year for E's care.
- What is it?
- Accessibility
- After care
What is it?
Testosterone+ refers to the gender-affirming hormone replacement therapy (HRT) methods that some trans men, trans masc, and non-binary people take that result in physical changes which align with their gender identity. Every person's preferences and personal healthcare needs vary, so this can include oral medications, injections, and transdermal patches.
How accessible is it for trans folks to receive this care?
For trans folks who live in states most impacted by anti-trans healthcare legislation, it can be extremely difficult to find a knowledgeable, trans-affirming provider as well as access prescription medication. Many insurance plans do not cover HRT. For trans folks without insurance coverage, the ongoing out-of-pocket expense can be challenging.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Testosterone+ introduces a wide range of masculinizing physical, emotional, and psychological changes that align with their gender identity. This often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.