outmemphis microgrant

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The Uplift Fund is a $750 one-time grant for transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals (18+) awarded to 6 individuals per grant cycle.

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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

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