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Help Me Escape to Safety

Hello, my name is Jax. I'm a trans man living in Florida, and I am in desperate need of emigrating.

With each passing day, I watch this state and country become more hostile—condoning violence, stripping away rights, and erasing basic human dignity for people like me. It has taken a devastating toll on my mental health, and truthfully, I don’t know if I’d still be here if not for the one ray of hope that has kept me going—my partner in Australia.

This is why I’m pleading for your help. Despite actively seeking employment for over a year and participating in vocational rehab, saving enough to leave—while still covering basic living expenses—is nearly impossible. The process of securing a visa, gathering funds, and getting approved takes time—time that I fear is running out.

Why Australia?
Moving to Australia isn’t just about leaving the U.S.—it’s about finding a future where I can live without fear. Australia offers:
Legal protections for trans people that don’t exist in many U.S. states
Access to gender-affirming healthcare without the increasing restrictions seen in America
A safer and more accepting environment, where I won’t have to live in constant fear for my life

This move would mean finally being able to exist without constantly looking over my shoulder.

Where Your Donations Will Go:
Every dollar raised will go directly towards securing my ability to leave:
  • Passport: ~$130
  • Visa application: ~$6,620
  • Travel expenses: ~$2,000
  • Any necessary fees or steps to complete the migration process

I don’t take asking for help lightly, but this is a matter of survival. Every dollar, every share, every act of support brings me one step closer to safety—to a future where I can finally exist without fear.

If you can donate, no matter how small, you’ll be helping me escape a country that is becoming increasingly dangerous for people like me. If you can’t donate, sharing this fundraiser could be the difference between life and death.

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for giving me hope that a better future is within reach.
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    Jax Rupp
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    Plant City, FL

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