Exercise for Equality
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Hello all you beautiful humans!! My name is Whitney. I am the proud mother of 2 sons, my oldest, being transgender. I am a very proud lesbian. Right now the LGBTQ community is being minimized, like we are not deserving of the same freedoms and care as everyone else in the world. Everyone deserves to be treated equally regardless of their race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation etc. None of these things make us any less human. I have been inspired by son, watching him grow into his true authentic self, and being the happiest he has ever been. He has gained the courage to be himself because of the acceptance, love, and support he has received since coming out. I get to support my son and other individuals so they are able to live freely!
I am fundraising to promote acceptance and equality. It is more important than ever to advocate for organizations that give the LGBTQ+ community the support and love we all deserve as HUMANS. There are 2 organizations I get to support with the help of all of you!
The first is the Salus Center. It is a local organization in my community that gives LGBTQ+ individuals a safe space to come together and connect. There are multiple types of support groups including for family members of LGBTQ individuals. The center also holds social events for LGBTQ+ adolescents (including "gayme" nights), has resources for medical care, suicide prevention, and supports with navigating logistics of legal name/gender change and much more.
The second is the ACLU, the American Civil Liberties Union. They are a group of lawyers and volunteers who fight for human rights and take issues to court when they are violated. They work hard, especially now, when so many of our freedoms are at increased risk. This goes beyond just the LGBTQ+ communities. It's the rights of everyone that are currently being threatened.
To earn money for these amazing organizations, I am asking for donations and also to support in my health journey. I have long struggled to lose weight, eat healthy, and stay consistently active. Knowing I get to support my community and beyond is a huge motivator to get out there and get the miles in! Therefore, I am going to walk and run to earn your donations!
My goal is to walk/run 72 miles by 6/25/25 and raising a total of at least $8000!!
To support my journey and these 2 impactful organizations, you can make a one time donation in any amount. OR, you can donate a fixed amount per mile I move. Each week I will update my miles here, and send updates so that you are able to donate as I progress!
I thank you all in advance for supporting Exercise for Equality. I know we will make a difference in a time when it is needed more than ever.
Lastly, I ask if you could please share this with everyone you know. The further we reach, the larger the impact we get to make!!
Organizer
Whitney Rhodes
Organizer
Lansing, MI