I'm a 19 y/o trans guy coming out of my shell to ask for help when I need it most.
Wellington
I'm a 19 y/o trans guy coming out of my shell (romanticising independence) to ask for help when I need it most. It's very difficult for a student to save much money in this economy. Especially when everything is expensive and nothing is free. I respect people who can ask for help, but I am very uncomfortable with doing it myself. I've asked people I know for money, but they are all struggling themselves.
For me, dysphoria has always been really bad. I started testosterone two years ago and it's going really well. It's improved my experience of self immeasurably. I know I'm on the right path and the only thing stopping me at this point is money. My posture is curved forward because of chest dysphoria and trying to hide it. Most days it's just uncomfortable, but sometimes I'll have a breakdown about it and start trying to sell every chair and pencil I own. This feels like something people shouldn't have to save up for. It's not a dream, it's not like b being rich or famous. I just want to stand up and walk around without feeling like I have a blob of blu-tack stuck to me. That's what it feels like.
I intend to save $6,000 myself and make $6,000 in donations. Any amount of money is much appreciated, I understand you're doing your best. I will send you a thank-you message.
Saving for top surgery. If I don't meet my target by the end date that's okay, there isn't really a deadline in real life.
A Quarter of the Way There! 10 September 2025
My total funds have reached $3,000! That's including my savings and all donations from you. Thank you all heaps. That's 1/4 of the total which doesn't feel so far away anymore.
Thanks Carolyn <3
Woohoo!
thank you
Thank you, Caroline!
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