I am raising money to afford FTM Top Surgery, which is a significant and affirming step in my life. I am a disabled vet and have tried fighting to get my procedure covered not only through the VA but also my own insurance company, and it keeps being denied even with all of the required mental health assessment and approval letters. This surgery is something I have needed for a long time, and it represents a chance for me to finally feel comfortable in my own body. The journey to get here has been challenging, and asking for help is not easy, but I know that support from my community can make all the difference.

If enough can be raised, the funds will help cover the cost of the procedure, travel expenses, and time off work while I recover. These are all essential parts of making this surgery possible, and your support will directly impact my ability to move forward and heal. Every contribution, no matter the size, brings me closer to a future where I can live authentically and without the constant struggle.

This has been a massive issue my entire life. I know people assume feeling this way is a choice, but I promise you if anyone could choose not to feel this way, they would. No one sets out to actively be hated for trying to feel comfortable in their body, nor do people make the choice to live in an openly hated and socially unaccepted lane. Transgender people cannot change who they are or how they feel anymore than anyone else can. Your support means more than words can express, and I am deeply grateful for any help you can offer.