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Gender Affirming Surgery for TJ

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We invite you to join us in supporting Tegan and her upcoming gender-affirming surgery! This is a goal she has been working towards for years, and surgery is just around the corner. During initial planning, a couple of years ago, Tegan's loved ones organized a fundraiser for the projected costs of surgery, and it was successful! Initial fundraising covered the majority of surgery costs.

Since that initial success, Tegan has moved through all of the necessary steps to receive surgery at the clinic of her choice and has scheduled a surgery date for early 2024. Our mission now is to raise funds that will cover the last remaining cost of Tegan's surgery and ensure that she receives the care and support she deserves during her recovery. The To make this possible, we are also supporting Abby, who will be Tegan's support system through and after surgery, a crucial pillar in this process. We are working to raise the funds necessary to cover travel for both of them to and from the clinic, accommodations during the surgery and initial recovery period, bills and costs of living (rent at home and daily necessities while away) for the time that they will be be gone (approximately 35 days), and for necessities during the several-months long post-surgical recovery period.

Why Your Support Matters:
  • Gender-Affirming Surgery: For Tegan, this surgery is more than just a medical procedure; it's an opportunity to live authentically and happily in her own skin. By contributing to this fundraiser, you will play a pivotal role in granting her the gift of self-acceptance and genuine happiness.
  • Accommodation and Care: Traveling for the surgery is a necessary step, and your contributions will help cover the expenses of safe and comfortable accommodations for Tegan and Abby during this journey.
  • Caregiver Support: Abby will be Tegan's support system throughout this process, requiring time off of work, travel, and accommodations. Your donations will ensure that Abby's living expenses and bills are taken care of while she provides the necessary support Tegan needs during this process.
  • Post-Surgery Recovery: A successful recovery is vital for Tegan's well-being. The funds raised will be utilized to alleviate the financial burden of medical expenses during this critical phase, enabling Tegan to focus on her healing.

Every contribution, no matter the size, will make an immense impact on Tegan's life. This fundraiser is an opportunity to stand in solidarity with Tegan, showing them they are not alone on this journey.

In addition to this fundraiser, we will be hosting multiple events throughout September in which all proceeds will be donated to Tegan and Abby. Join us at the following events and check back for more details:

  • Friday, 9/1: Maray Fuego, Dave Fentris, and more will be playing for donations at Blood Root in downtown Ypsi from 6-9pm. There will also be hand-crafted and donated items for sale or auction.
  • Saturday, 9/2: A screening of Peewee's Big Adventure at Wyrd Bird, 8pm
  • Monday, 9/11: Live music at Ziggy's, including Diarrhea Death Cult, Sex Change, Coñazo, and more!
  • Friday, 9/15: TBD movie screening at Wyrd Bird, 8pm
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Donations 

  • Kalid Al-Rajhi
    • $100
    • 1 yr
  • James Cherewick
    • $40
    • 1 yr
  • Julia Czaplicki
    • $25
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $360
    • 1 yr
  • dean f
    • $20
    • 1 yr
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Organizer and beneficiary

Jessica Donnelly
Organizer
Charter Township of Ypsilanti, MI
Tee Jay
Beneficiary

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