This quote – which I came across not too long ago – really made me pause and think because trans joy is beautiful, Unfortunately, achieving it can be so much work – and it shouldn’t be that way.
That’s where Eastern PA Trans Equity Project comes in. Since our inception, our goal has been to provide trans folk with the tools, the knowledge, and the where-with-all to make their journey to a joyful life just a bit easier.
This past year we have done much to do just that including:
- Expanding our service area from 10 to 16 Pennsylvania counties.
- Helping over 380 trans folk with legal name change court documents, mentoring or financial assistance.
- Making space and providing resources to almost 600 community members through our peer-support groups.
- Providing over $80,000 in direct financial assistance to trans folk in need for housing, food, clothing, legal assistance and more.
- Educating over 1,600 medical providers, teachers, and government employees on cultural competency.
- Launching a significant effort to help defeat anti-trans legislation in the State capitol while mentoring parent's groups trying to forestall anti LGBTQ policies in local school districts.
This work is rewarding but it is not always easy. Our all volunteer team puts-in significant time and effort to provide these and other services to our Community.
But you can make a difference by supporting our team and this critical work by making a year-end donation. Even better, you might also consider becoming a sustaining donor by making a small monthly recurring donation.
Either way, please click here to donate on our website or click the "donate" button on our Facebook page and thank you in advance for supporting this important work.
I hope you have an enjoyable and restful Holiday Season!
Corinne Goodwin
Executive Director
Eastern PA Trans Equity Project