Exceptional Healthcare services for those in need!
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Health BrigadeI'm here to help Health Brigade provide exceptional healthcare services to our LGBTQ+ neighbors!
$535
raised by 8 people
$500 goal
I’m raising money for Health Brigade, an organization that provides exceptional medical, mental health and outreach healthcare services to LGBTQ neighbors, as well as other marginalized identities in Richmond.
It would mean a lot to me if you made a donation, because I am a behavioral health clinician at Health Brigade, as well as a member of their Emerging Leaders Council. The ELC is a group of young professionals, advocates, and activists passionate about supporting the mission of Health Brigade through fundraising, friendraising, volunteering, and community engagement.
Here's a list of some of the ways your gift can help us help others:
HRT. $15-$20 can help pay for the regular labs required for safe hormone therapy – For some, hormones are an important part of transition (while others may choose not to take hormones).
Transportation. $30 can help someone get to and from their appointment – A consistent barrier for our patients is transportation. Reliable transportation is needed to access health care, and without it, many patients are forced to cancel appointments.
Sexual Health. $40 can allow us to offer a full STI testing panel of gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV – Health Brigade provides FREE screening for HIV, gonorrhea, and chlamydia. We offer free condoms, dental dams and gloves as well as PrEP; all available to the community, regardless of insurance status. PrEP is a pill that when taken daily, reduces the risk of HIV by 95%.
Hormone administration. $30-$50 can cover up to a 3 month supply of hormones.
Legal Support. $150 for court order and legal document changes – Legally changing your name and gender marker can be confusing and costly. Our staff and legal volunteers help our clients navigate this process and provide financial assistance if needed.
I’m doing this as part of Give OUT Day, a month-long fundraising campaign culminating on May 30, the only national day of giving for the LGBTQ community. A gift of $25 could really make a difference in the lives of the folks we serve.
Thank you so much!