Meet Pinkie
Pinkie's story
Electrolysis Support Fund recipient
Pinkie (she/her) is a 40-year-old disabled trans woman who relies on social security to get by. With rent and bills taking up a large percentage of that support, her financial situation is incredibly tight.
Like many other femmes, Pinkie feels compelled to wear makeup whenever she leaves her apartment to avoid anti-trans discrimination or violence. "People have threatened to attack me at the bus transit center," she shares. "I long to feel safe in public."
Receiving this grant would significantly alleviate Pinkie's worries. "Getting this grant would mean there's less for me to worry about and that I could leave my apartment without makeup," she explains. This support would allow her to feel safer and more confident, and be a crucial step in improving her quality of life and helping her live more authentically.
Pinkie's timeline
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Award Granted
April 1, 2024
Pinkie was awarded a grant toward permanent hair removal!
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Care Received
April 17, 2024
A payment has been made toward Pinkie's permanent hair removal!
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Care Received
May 20, 2024
A payment has been made toward Pinkie's permanent hair removal!
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Renewal Award Granted
May 24, 2024
Pinkie was offered a Renewal Award!
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Care Received
July 18, 2024
A payment has been made toward Pinkie's permanent hair removal!
Grant details
$4,000 towards gender-affirming care.
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About Hair Removal: Femme Award
On average, it costs $2,300+ for Pinkie's care.
- What is it?
- Before care
- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans femme people seeking hair removal on their face, neck, or an area of the body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
For trans femme folks, particularly trans femmes of color, access to facial hair removal often equates to safety against anti-trans violence or discrimination. It's common for applicants to note issues with employment and public safety, particularly if their facial hair is dark or thick. Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
Access to hair removal often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, increased safety when in public, and better opportunities at employment and more.
About Hair Removal: Masc Award
On average, it costs $1,700+ for Pinkie's care.
- What is it?
- Before care
- After care
What is it?
Point of Pride provides grants to trans masc people seeking hair removal on an area of their body in preparation for bottom surgery.
What is life like for a person who needs this care?
Electrolysis and laser hair removal services are often deemed cosmetic and therefore not covered by health insurance plans, even if such services are medical prerequisites for a covered surgery. For people who cannot afford hair removal, they are stuck without options to move forward with their healthcare needs.
What is the impact of this care on the recipient’s life?
After completing hair removal, these folks are able to move forward with their surgeries. In itself, this often leads to a more positive emotional well-being, increased confidence, and more.