Meet Mori
Mori's story
HRT Access Fund recipient
Mori (he/him) is an 18-year-old high school student who has been locked out of reliable care after losing Medicaid. He lives in a tiny one-bedroom house with five other people and cannot drive or access transportation; his mother is unsupportive and his father is hostile, so asking family for help isn’t an option. With only emergency food and housing stability provided by limited child-support funds, Mori has spent months searching for any manageable path to gender-affirming care and found none.
Financial need is immediate and severe: Mori has essentially no savings, unstable food, and no local jobs within walking distance. Getting 12 months of HRT would be lifesaving, relieving crushing dysphoria and the daily mental-health crisis he describes, and giving him a chance to stabilize physically and emotionally. “I feel like I’m dying and HRT would genuinely save my life,” he shared.
Mori's timeline
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Award Granted
August 15, 2025
Mori has been granted an HRT Access Fund award! -
HRT Onboarding Date
September 7, 2025
Mori has been onboarded by their HRT Provider!
Grant details
$1,480.50 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Testosterone+
On average, it costs $1,200+/year for Mori'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.