Gender affirming care for Forest!

Sofia here - I'm excited to let you know about an opportunity to support someone we love: Forest!

 

Many of you know Forest as a kind, loving and all-around fun person to be around! They are a light in this world for me and others. And now we have an opportunity to support him.

 

Forest has been getting gender-affirming care for a few years now. And after 2 years of working through the pandemic to get approval and an appointment, he finally got an appointment for top surgery this month! We're so excited for them and want to make sure we come together to support this exciting time in their life. Forest also has a message to share with you:

 

Hi all,

This is really hard for me to ask for. I need some help with my upcoming surgery. I have a large deductible, medical debt from last year, bills, and upcoming grad school. Anything you’re able to contribute really helps, and I know in a couple of years I’ll be in a better place financially to give back to you all and others in our community.

This surgery means so much to me and is crucial for me to get now before I navigate grad school. It's hard for me to put into words how much this will help me feel secure and comfortable in my skin. I've dreamt about this for years and the fact that it's actually happening now is incredible.

I appreciate you so much ❤️

Forest (he/they).