Every day, OUTMemphis witnesses the resilience and courage of transgender individuals as they navigate the realities of legal and social discrimination in the Mid-South. We recognize the unique barriers they face in achieving socio-economic stability, positive health and wellness, and career and education advancement. We believe that transgender individuals deserve the same access to opportunity and stability as all – but we need the funding and support to do so.
2025 Applications for The Uplift Fund are now open–Apply today!
Examples of Uplift Fund Grants
- Gender affirming care, including HRT, laser hair removal, surgery, etc.
- Access to medical care of any kind or assistance with medical expenses, including deductibles or co-pays, but excluding health insurance premiums
- Self-care or wellness expenses
- Clothes for job interviews or to affirm your gender
- Educational, professional, or career-related expenses
- Binders, shapewear, or gender affirming clothing, or prosthetic expenses (other gender-affirming expenses not mentioned here are all eligible).
- Travel for professional, education, or medical purposes
- Down payments or other initial or repair expenses for vehicles or housing; ongoing rent, mortgage, utility, or other needs are not eligible
- Books, fees, tuition, or other expenses for education at an accredited institution
- Moving expenses or start-up expenses for a new apartment
- Independent professional activities such as art or music projects (including supplies, instruments, or other needs), startup costs for a small business, or community organizing projects
