Meet Lemon
Lemon's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Lemon (she/they) is a 30-year-old disabled trans person seeking electrolysis as part of their gender-affirming care. Their disability impacts their entire body, making everyday tasks—like doing the dishes—require significantly more energy than most people can imagine. Finding work has been incredibly difficult, and the financial strain they live under makes affording electrolysis completely out of reach without support.
Despite these challenges, Lemon remains deeply connected to their community. They’re a photographer who documents local life and are as active as possible in local art groups. In their free time, they enjoy collecting vintage CRT televisions and listening to cassette tapes in their beloved '95 Chevy van.
Receiving this grant would help Lemon reclaim both time and energy in their daily life—energy that could be better spent engaging in their creative passions and community. “Electrolysis would make one part of my day easier,” they share. “I could wake up and look in the mirror feeling more like myself—without the weight of knowing I could never afford to look my best.”
Lemon's timeline
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Award Granted
April 11, 2025
Lemon was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$2,375 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Lemon's care.
- What is it?
- Before care
- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans femme people seeking hair removal on their face, neck, or an area of the body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
For trans femme folks, particularly trans femmes of color, access to facial hair removal often equates to safety against anti-trans violence or discrimination. It's common for applicants to note issues with employment and public safety, particularly if their facial hair is dark or thick. Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Access to hair removal often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.