Help Nina Move to Safety in Washington

Hello, My name is Nina.

I am a trans woman looking for financial help because I need to move out of Texas as soon as I can. I am graduating this December and I am saving what little money I get from my part-time job and my G.I. Bill (5yrs Navy). My goal is to move to the state of Washington. I am asking for $8000, or as much as anyone is willing to donate, for rent and a down payment. It would provide me a window to find a job that can properly sustain me without the anxiety of losing a home.

Texas is beginning to pass harsher and more dangerous legislation that directly effects me as a trans woman. My identity is not legally recognized in this state, and most recently, Odessa has passed a bathroom ban targeted at transgender individuals that can result in us paying up to $10,500 usd.

With Trump and Republicans in control of America's government, I now have to worry about losing access to gender-affirming care, so I desperately need to reach a blue state.

I have a May 2025 deadline because another trans friend will be leaving that month from Texas and they are my best opportunity to leave this state and have/be a support after the move. They are already saving for themselves and another trans friend, so I cannot and do not want to be a burden to them.

I have one family member that can or is willing to help. My mother barely sustains herself and her husband who are both disabled. My father and everyone from his side of the family is no longer in my life due to my identity. And most of my aunts, uncles, grandparents have passed away or refuse to talk to me.

ANY HELP is greatly appreciated!! This is a desperate attempt for support...because I have no one else to ask. If I'm unable to leave with said friend...I don't know...I don't want to know. Please help me leave this state.