In a world that tries to question, erase, or shrink us, simply being here—showing up as ourselves—is powerful. You don’t have to prove anything to deserve space, safety, or joy. You already belong. 🏳️⚧️ Beautiful art by @timpsingleton
Surgery Update!
Just one week after surgery, Merritt (he/him), a 2026 Surgery Fund recipient, shared this moment from his post-op appointment:
“I got to see my chest briefly for the first time. It feels amazing. I almost cried when I looked in the mirror.”
Join us in celebrating two incredible recipients who are having gender-affirming surgery this month! 🏳️⚧️
Please join us in celebrating Elise and Santiago in the comments, and if you’d like to support future recipients, you can give at www.pointofpride.org/donate 💜
Some good news & queer joy this week!
When people come together, real change follows. We’re holding onto these wins worth celebrating!
Trans people belong in this world! Our lives, our joy, and our futures matter. 🏳️⚧️ Beautiful art by @hellomynameiswednesday
We’re excited to announce that 28 trans and nonbinary people have received support through the 2026 Annual Trans Surgery Fund, totaling $885,850 financial aid towards life-changing care! 🏳️⚧️
Read more about the 2026 recipients and how your generosity transforms lives: pointofpride.org/blog
Celebrating two amazing milestones for Point of Pride Annual Trans Surgery Fund recipients! 💛
Theresa (she/her) has successfully completed facial feminization surgery, and Ess (he/they) is scheduled for top surgery next week! Let’s send them both all our warm wishes!
Trans people belong everywhere!
We belong in sports.
We belong at work.
We belong in classrooms.
We belong in every state, every community, every room we walk into.
Trans people have always been here—and we’re not going anywhere. 🏳️⚧️ 🏳️⚧️ 🏳️⚧️
✨ Art by @courtneyahndesign
What a concept! 🏳️⚧️ Art by @timpsingleton
Our 2025 Annual Report is here. 💜
Thanks to this incredible community, thousands of trans people accessed life-saving care and support last year.
See the impact you made possible: www.pointofpride.org/2025
This Trans Day of Visibility, join together as we fundraise to help thousands of trans people access essential, life-saving gender-affirming healthcare!
Chosen family means love by choice. This resource guide explores how trans and LGBTQ+ people create care networks that help us survive and thrive together. Visit www.pointofpride.org/blog!
There was once a version of you who hoped for the life you’re living now. 🩵🩷🤍🩷🩵 No matter where you're at in your journey, we hope you take a moment to honor how far you’ve come—your growth, your courage, your becoming! ✨ #transisbeautiful
Lovely art by @nikkimiles_
Earlier this week, difficult news broke out of Kansas requiring trans residents to surrender driver’s licenses that reflect their gender.
If you’re feeling exhausted by the constant changes, we get it. If you’re impacted by legislation in your state, we see you. 💛
Our joy is resistance. Our joy is real. Our joy is unstoppable. Especially when we stand together and take care of one another. 🩵🩷🤍🩷🩵
Beautiful art by @liberaljane
“Gender-affirming care gave me a body that I can call home. I want to be part of the change that makes access to care easier for my community.” 💙
Noah will take on the LA Marathon as part of Point of Pride's charity team. Let’s help Noah hit $2,500 before race day! fundraisers.hakuapp.com/noah-snow
If you've received a free chest binder from Point of Pride—we want to hear from you! Sharing your experience helps us uplift real stories about access to gender-affirming care and why it’s so important.
Takes less than 5 minutes to complete: point-of-pride.jotform.com/260475518617...
“Showing what’s possible when trans people are supported and visible.” 💙
On March 8, 2026, Sal will take on the LA Marathon—not just as a runner, but as a fundraiser, advocate, and community champion.
Let’s help Sal hit $2,500 before race day! 🔗 fundraisers.hakuapp.com/sal-palmero
Without support, Rex would have struggled to afford HRT alongside basic living and medical expenses.
Through the HRT Fund, he’s been able to access care, connect with community, and take steps toward a future that feels possible again.
Thank you to all of our donors who make this work possible 💛
Instead of New Year's resolutions rooted in pressure or perfection, let's all choose gentle and affirming intentions for the year ahead. Here are some ideas that center care, boundaries, and becoming more yourself.
What intentions are you bringing into 2026? Tell us in the comments!
Applications for the Electrolysis Support Fund open February 1–28 ✨
If you’re thinking about applying, don’t miss our Electrolysis Fund “Before You Apply” info session tomorrow:
🗓 Saturday, January 24
⏰ 4:00pm ET
👉 Register for the info session:
www.pointofpride.org/electrolysis...
Hair removal changes lives.
For many trans folks, permanent hair removal opens the door to feeling safer, more confident, and more able to move forward.
💛 Applications for Point of Pride’s Electrolysis Support Fund open February 1!
Learn more at pointofpride.org/electrolysis-support-fund
Planning for gender-affirming surgery? Our latest resource guide walks you through considerations to help you choose a healthcare provider that truly affirms you. Visit www.pointofpride.org/blog!
Applications open February 1! ✨ 🏳️⚧️
💜 Join us for an info session!
Our staff will walk through the application process and answer your questions.
- Saturday, January 24 at 4:00pm ET
- Tuesday, January 27 at 11:00am ET
Register at pointofpride.org/electrolysis-support-fund
Today, our Board member Chris @thechrismosier showed up at the Supreme Court, standing alongside activists who refuse to back down when our community and our rights are on the line.
Moments like this remind us that our movement is sustained by people who show up again and again.
📸: @framed.unrest
January is Mental Health Month. We’re gently challenging you to try out one of these affirmations:
💛 I belong exactly as I am.
💛 My gender is real, valid, and enough.
💛 My existence is powerful.
💛 I deserve care, softness, and safety.
💛 I am becoming more myself every day.
If today feels hard, we see you. And if all you can do right now is show up in the smallest way, that is still something to be proud of.
Art by @doodlegems
Volunteer with us to serve our trans siblings!
Community Grantmaking Fellows (CGFs) are trained volunteers who review applications as part of Point of Pride’s financial aid programs.
Learn more & sign up via our website: link in bio!
Join us in cheering on these incredible athletes—and if you’re able, consider making a gift to support their run and the life-saving care they’re helping make possible.
The facial hair grow-out phase for electrolysis can be tough. This trans-led guide explains why it’s needed, how long it lasts, and ways to cope with dysphoria. Read the full guide and other helpful ones like it at www.pointofpride.org/blog!
