Grand Rapids Trans Foundation
Community Resources
TRANSportation Program
The TRANSportation Program provides FREE transportation-related support to the local Trans & Nonbinary community. Currently, program support is limited to renewable monthly bus fare (The Rapid) and Uber rides (for specific appointments that are not accessible via other methods).
View DetailsGender Junk Closet
Our “Gender Junk” Closet provides FREE and on-demand gender-affirming items (new and gently used) for the local Trans & Nonbinary community. We have both a stable closet for the community to utilize at any time, as well as the option to secure free, brand-new items that we order through our business partners! Items are available in inclusive sizing and skin tone.
View Details"Update!" Program
Our “Update!” program is here to assist Trans and Nonbinary people with updating their names, gender markers, and legal documents! Currently, we offer start-to-finish assistance for legal Name Changes and on-demand assistance with legal document updates (like Social Security, Drivers License, State ID, Birth Certificate, and Passport). We provide guidance, advocacy, legal assistance, and financial support (if needed). These programs are provided in-office or virtually, and support is on a “first come, first serve” basis.
View DetailsTrans Academic Scholarship
This scholarship fund is to help Transgender students with education-related expenses while pursuing a degree or certificate from a college, university, or technical/vocational program with a satellite campus or permanent presence in Kent County, MI. There is no residency requirement. This award is open to people who identify as Transgender (which may include Non-binary, Two-Spirit, third gender, transsexual, and/or any other non-cis gender identity) and who demonstrate financial need. No age or GPA requirement. Students of color and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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