Hello all. My name is Emmett, and I’m a transgender man. I initially came out in Oct 2022 and started Testosterone the following December. I have lost many “friends” & family members in the short time since I’ve come out, and it has rocked me to my core, but I am still standing. I’ve met some incredible people since then and am fortunate enough to call them my friends and chosen family. I am a lucky man to be able to say I am happier today than I’ve ever been.

For a long time, I’ve worked hard to get to a place where I feel at home in my own body. I’ve dedicated myself to my physical and emotional well-being, doing everything I can on my own to make progress despite life’s obstacles. I’ve been working out, staying focused, utilizing therapy, and doing the work that comes with transitioning. But the reality is, there’s one step that I just can’t do on my own — top surgery.

This is a huge milestone in my transition journey, and it would completely change my life to simply exist as Me. To wake up and only see myself in the mirror without the dysphoria and daily panic of hiding my chest well enough. Entering the men’s locker room with less fear of being outed. Going swimming or taking a hike with the ability to let the sun hit my skin without fear or shame. I wish my words allowed me to express just how much this surgery means to me and how badly I need this.

Unfortunately, the costs of surgery and related medical expenses are beyond what I can afford by myself, which has been hard for me to accept. Despite working full time as healthcare professional, this is not an attainable goal for me without help. I’m finally reaching out for support so I can exist as ME, especially at a time where my trans siblings and I are being attacked and threatened more now than ever. To those who are reading this, know you are worthy of love and have a brother who wishes you all the peaceful joy & euphoria this life can offer. We cannot be erased. We deserve to live our lives authentically and without shame or fear.

If you’re able to contribute to my GoFundMe, I’d be forever grateful. Whether it’s a donation or simply sharing my story, it would mean the world to me. My first consult for top surgery is coming up soon, and I intend to update this page and my goal after gathering all the information I can.

Thank you for reading and for being part of this journey with me️‍⚧️