Hey there friends; thanks for checking out my Go Fund Me. Ever since I realized I was trans six years ago, I've been on a journey to feel comfortable in my body. It's taken years of self-discovery, self-love, and love from my friends and family to get to this point. I never knew if I would have the opportunity to receive gender-confirming surgery, the opportunity to feel at home in my skin fully, but now I have a chance. I will be doing my procedure through Vanderbilt, and though I'm very excited, I'm also very nervous. This is a big decision that I have spent years putting off due to not being able to afford it, fear of the unknown, and fear of what others might think. Finally, at this time in my life, I think I'm ready to try. I do have insurance, but sadly my insurance is through the state of Tennessee, a very anti-trans state. They have denied my appeal to pay for any of my procedure, despite how crucial it is to my mental health and overall well being. Therefore, I must find a way to cover the costs myself. This is why I am reaching out to my community, friends, and family. I know it's a lot to ask, but even a dollar would help. It doesn't have to be much, and honestly, having your emotional support through this, even if you cannot contribute financially, is more than I can ask for. Thank you for being in my life and supporting me as I take this big step forward. All the money donated will help to pay for the procedure, travel, and the time I would need to take off work while recovering. Each and every piece of support given, will never be forgotten.