Fundraise

Support trans folks by hosting a fundraiser for Point of Pride

Are you looking for a special way to celebrate your birthday? Running a marathon or obstacle-course race? Seeking a special way to honor a loved one?

Hosting a fundraiser is a great way to have a lot of fun while also supporting trans folks in need of life-saving support.

The money you raise will sustain our current work and support future growth, enabling more members of our community to access the health and wellness services they need.

Fundraiser Ideas

1. Donate your birthday

Ask for donations in lieu of gifts. Consider using the age you’re turning as the suggested donation amount. People are inspired by your decision to turn a day about you into a day about an important cause, and will want to support you!

2. Throw an event

Another great opportunity to do something creative and community-building: there are so many different events you can host. Suggest donations for attendance and tell folks it’s in support of a great cause, then bring on the energy! Here are some examples of events others have thrown:

• Big events: film screening, local walk or marathon, music concert, sports tournament
• Medium-sized events: open mic night, drag bingo night, dance party, raffle or auction at your school or community group, trivia night, fashion show
• Small events: virtual hangout, dinner at a restaurant or in your home with loved ones, GSA bake sale

3. Take on a challenge or achieve a goal

Maybe you’ve always wanted to try a new hobby, or reach a new goal with an existing hobby. Or maybe there’s something in your life you’d like to change. We’ve seen folks run marathons, finally quit smoking, cut back on caffeine, learn musical instruments, and more! Every time you hit a new milestone towards your goal, you ask your network to sponsor you.

4. Honor a loved one

Dedicate your fundraiser to someone who has had a positive impact on your life. It can anyone, like a transgender role model or leader that has inspired you, or a friend or family member who has supported your transition. Celebrate them by sharing a personal story or reflection about what this person means to you.

5. Do something wacky

Put on a costume and run a marathon. Try a polar plunge. Dye your hair in the trans pride colors. For this, the sky’s the limit: set a fundraising goal and promise you’ll do the wacky thing if you meet the goal. Be sure to document this one—and definitely share it with your network of supporters as well as Point of Pride!