<div>My name is Catiriana (also known as Sparklez). After living in Oakland a year and a half I transitioned to San Francisco in the summer of 2024—drawn by its storied queer history, vibrant QTIPOC networks, and the opportunity to build something truly community-centered. Settling in SoMa, I signed the lease on what would become Honey Cove House and poured my energy into creating a sanctuary for chosen family.
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<div>Since August of last year, Honey Cove House has been a sanctuary in the heart of San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood—a place rooted in safety, shelter, and community. When I first signed the lease, my dream was to create a home where QTIPOC (Queer, Trans, Indigenous People of Color) could feel centered, welcomed, and at ease, while also making space for our non-POC chosen family to thrive alongside us.
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<div>Over the past year, Honey Cove has provided temporary housing and support to folks in crisis—many who couldn’t afford to contribute but needed a safe place to land. I was glad to help where I could. But as the year unfolded, I’ve also faced major setbacks:
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<div>I’m working a few nights a week as a bouncer in the Castro and in the Mission, and I'm still waiting on grants for the nonprofit Minizine, as we are in a period of rebuilding.
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<div>I’m currently two months behind on rent.
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<div>Due to overwhelming stress and the loss of loved ones this spring, my academics suffered, forcing me to pause my studies for a full year until next summer semester—ultimately costing me nearly a year’s worth of income.
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<div>Essential utilities—electricity, water, internet, and trash—all ended up in my name, and now our electricity is shut off. I owe around $3,000 on the electric bill alone (75% must be paid before service is restored), plus an overdue water bill looming.
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<div>These challenges hit hard—not just numbers on a statement but threats to the safety and community we’ve built together. At this point, we can only turn to our community for the support so urgently needed.
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Donate whatever you can— every bit makes a difference in getting us current on past-due expenses.
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<div>Share this campaign widely to reach people who believe in housing justice, queer community, and mutual care.
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<div>Honey Cove has been a lifeline for many, and with your generosity, we can keep this sanctuary thriving for QTIPOC and our wider chosen family. Thank you for your love, solidarity, and support.
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<div>In gratitude
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<div>Catiriana (Sparklez) and the residents of Honey Cove
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