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The Trevor Project Receives Historic $45 Million Gift from MacKenzie Scott

A message from Jaymes Black (they/she/he pronouns), CEO of The Trevor Project The Trevor Project is honored to announce that philanthropist MacKenzie Scott has made a transformational $45 million gift, an investment to support the organization’s long-term sustainability and impact for LGBTQ+ young people. This extraordinary contribution — the single largest one-time donation in our 27-year history — comes at a pivotal moment for our organization and the LGBTQ+ young people we serve. Major gifts of this magnitude are backed by rigorous vetting and thoughtful approaches to philanthropy.  A $45 million investment in The Trevor Project reflects deep confidence in…
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What is International Day to End Conversion Therapy?

Each year on January 7th, people across the globe observe International Day to End Conversion Therapy (IDECT), sharing a worldwide call to end the dangerous, discredited practice known as ‘conversion therapy.’ What is conversion therapy? Conversion therapy refers to practices that seek to change someone’s sexual orientation or gender identity. Despite the name, these practices are in no way legitimate “therapy,” and they lack any standards or basis in evidence. These practices are rooted in outdated ideas that LGBTQ+ people are “unnatural” or need to be “cured.”  Historically, these practices have involved behavior modification and painful aversive treatments, as well…
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Compassionate Ways to Support Survivors of Suicide Loss From a Lifeline Counselor and Survivor

By Lisa Sugarman, 3x suicide loss survivor, Trevor Lifeline Counselor, and Founder of The HelpHUB™ When you lose someone you love to suicide, your world doesn’t just break—it shifts. Permanently. And on International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day (observed on the Saturday before Thanksgiving), and every day after, we acknowledge the millions of people around the world who are learning to live inside narratives they never asked to carry. This day is a reminder that grief after suicide isn’t something you “get over” or “move past.” It’s something you learn to navigate, layer by layer, as you rebuild yourself in…
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Into The Oddity: Yvie Oddly on Art, Activism, and Owning Your Weird

There are drag queens, and then there’s Yvie Oddly. The revolutionary drag performer, rapper, and fine artist skyrocketed to fame as the winner of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 11 and a finalist in All Stars, All Winners. Yvie’s unique and daring style has redefined what drag can be — pushing boundaries and breaking norms with a signature blend of humor, heart, and radical honesty. Beyond her fierce artistry, Yvie is a dedicated social justice advocate, using her platform to uplift queer, disabled, and BIPOC communities. This Giving Tuesday, December 2, fans can purchase autographed copies of Yvie’s memoir, All About…
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“You Are Worth It–” BD Wong Shares Words of Hope for LGBTQ+ Youth

BD Wong is a beloved advocate and an award-winning actor across Broadway, film, and TV. He is a Tony Award winner, an Emmy and Critics’ Choice Award nominee, and his accolades and recognitions honor his acting talent and his fierce support of the Asian and LGBTQ+ communities.   He continues to use his artistry and platform to uplift LGBTQ+ stories and communities. He recently performed at “Songs From an Unmade Bed,” a benefit concert supporting The Trevor Project. Following his performance, BD spoke with us about the importance of chosen family, intergenerational care, and mental health in the queer community. In…
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Carl Nassib on Coming Out, Mental Health, and Inspiring LGBTQ+ Youth

National Coming Out Day is a powerful reminder that living openly and authentically can change lives – not only for LGBTQ+ people themselves, but also for everyone inspired by their courage. At The Trevor Project, we know that coming out can have a profound impact on mental health, whether it brings relief and joy, or new challenges and questions. We’re proud to continue our partnership with the NFL and to highlight a trailblazer who makes history on and off the field: Carl Nassib, the first active NFL player to come out as gay, and proud Trevor Project Board Member. In this…