5 Funds for Trans and Gender Expansive People
With a rapid increase in anti-LGBTQI+ bills plaguing our community, funding is a crucial component needed for the survival of Black queer, trans, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming people. Learn more about 5 funds available to support trans and gender expansive people below.
Last Updated: April 29, 2025
Originally published: January 6, 2024
Appalachian Futurism: Creative Liberation Fund
Appalachian Futurism: Creative Liberation Fund is providing one-year project grants championing visionary work showcasing the LGBTQIA2S+ experience and ensuring its continued representation in Appalachia's evolving cultural landscape. Through direct investment and expanded opportunities, this fund supports groundbreaking artistic expression that inspires, challenges, and enriches communities.
Deadline: April 30, 2025 by 11:59pm ET
The Trans Health Advocacy Program
The Trans Health Advocacy Program is accepting applications to support Trans Kentuckians seeking gender affirming surgeries. The maximum grant is $2,500 and the only requirement for eligibility funding is that you have completed a consultation with a surgeon and are a KY resident.
Deadline: May 23, 2025
Nicolas Gogan Foundation
Nicolas Gogan Foundation is donating to gofundme fundraisers by trans+* individuals (ages 18+ years old) raising funding for healthcare, housing, education & professional development, and/or legal services, prioritizing those most directly impacted by the new administration.
*Trans+ is an umbrella term for anyone who does not identify with their sex assigned at birth. Non-binary, genderqueer, two-spirt, and gender-nonconforming folks are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: Rolling
The North Texas TRANSportation Network
The North Texas TRANSportation Network provides travel and relocation grants to North Texas families seeking out-of-state health care for trans and gender-expansive youth.
Deadline: Rolling
Black Trans Travel Fund
Black Trans Travel Fund offers Black trans women based in the United States financial support to purchase an airline ticket, pay for TSA Pre-Check, to purchase a passport, or renew a passport.
Deadline: Rolling
Point of Pride’s Free Binders and Femme Shapewear
Point of Pride accepts applications for free binders and femme shapewear throughout the year.
Deadline: Rolling
Looking for more funding opportunities and gender affirming resources? Visit our Q4 resource roundup for an updated list of funding opportunities and other resources for Black queer, trans, and nonbinary people.
