A Huge Weight Off Riley's Chest—But First, a Little Help!

Hey friends,

I wasn’t planning to share this publicly just yet, but life threw me a little curveball, and now I need to be a bit more vulnerable than I expected (which, if you know me, is not my strong suit).

I’m getting gender-affirming top surgery very soon—way sooner than I originally thought! I had been planning and saving for this, but between an unexpected $1,050 expense that insurance won’t cover and a bunch of additional costs (like medical supplies, a mastectomy pillow, and extra pre-surgery appointments), I’m realizing I could really use some support.

Asking for help isn’t easy for me, but I also know that community care is real, and a little support now would make a huge difference. If you’re able to donate or even just share this, I’d be incredibly grateful.

This surgery is truly life-changing for me, and once it’s done, I know I’ll feel so much lighter—literally and figuratively. (Cue the "huge weight off my chest" joke!)

Thank you for reading, supporting, and being part of my journey.

Riley Kirkpatrick