outmemphis microgrant
The Uplift Fund is a $750 one-time grant for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals (18+) awarded to 6 individuals per grant cycle.
Award Cycle 1
COMPLETED
Award Cycle 2
OPEN: August 18 — September 12
Eligibility
APPLY
Submit your application online or over the phone with OUTMemphis staff.
GRANT LIMITS PER INDIVIDUAL
1 application per cycle, Max 1 grant per year, Max 2 grants in 3 years
RESIDENCY
Must live in Shelby, DeSoto, Crittenden, Tipton, or Fayette counties.
AGE
18+
Writing quality will not affect your application.
Grant Examples
Access to medical care of any kind or assistance with medical expenses, including deductibles or co-pays, but excluding health insurance premiums
Gender affirming health or cosmetic care, including HRT, laser hair removal, surgery, etc.
Educational, professional, or career-related expenses
Travel for professional, education, or medical purposes
Moving expenses or start-up expenses for a new apartment
Gender affirming clothing, binders, shapewear, or prosthetic expenses
Self-care or wellness expenses
Down payments or other initial or repair expenses for vehicles or housing
Books, fees, tuition, or other expenses for education at an accredited institution
Clothes, supplies, or transportation for job interviews