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Heather Dubrow’s Sweet Gesture for The Trevor Project

Heather Dubrow, star of The Real Housewives of Orange County (RHOC) and longtime supporter of The Trevor Project, generously partnered with Junior Cookies in Los Angeles to create limited-edition cookies that support the organization’s life-saving work.  Heather held an incredible launch event to promote the cookies, and to raise awareness and funds for The Trevor Project. The event will be featured on The Real Housewives of Orange County – airing Thursday, October 9, 2025 at 9/8c on Bravo. The ongoing support of Heather, her husband Terry, and Junior Cookies helps the organization continue offering its 24/7 phone lifeline, chat, and…
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Honoring Asher: A Family’s 25-Year Commitment to LGBTQ+ Youth

Lisa Kleinman and her family are generous supporters of The Trevor Project’s mission. Lisa experienced the tragic loss of her nephew, Asher, who would be turning 24 this year on August 12.  Following Asher’s passing, Lisa and her family made a 25-year commitment to honor Asher’s memory through their peer-to-peer campaign to help The Trevor Project support LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Each year, the funds raised will support a different program: Crisis Intervention, Research, Public Education, Peer Support, and Advocacy & Government Affairs.  We spoke to Lisa about Asher’s life, her wonderful memories of him, her family’s commitment to The Trevor…
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Legislative Victories, Challenges, and the Path Forward for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health

As the majority of the state legislatures adjourn for the summer, we’re able to reflect on the recent legal changes that impact how LGBTQ+ young people navigate their schools, medical care, communities, and even their own identities. In addition to new state laws that will both support and hinder LGBTQ+ young people, the federal government has also advanced new regulations that will significantly shape the resources available to them. On July 17th, the Administration eliminated the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ Youth Specialized Services program, which has provided life-saving services to more than 1.5 million LGBTQ+ young people nationwide…
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Recognized by TIME100, Driven by Data: Why We’re Listening Closely to LGBTQ+ Youth in 2025

Earlier this year, I had the honor of being named to the TIME100 Health list for my work at The Trevor Project, where I lead research focused on preventing suicide among LGBTQ+ young people. At the TIME100 Impact Dinner, I gave a toast that was both deeply personal and grounded in data - sharing what it means to watch my own transgender son thrive when surrounded by affirmation, and what the research shows about how life-saving that support can be. From teachers and parents to crisis counselors and policymakers, we each have a role to play in creating safer, more…
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Celebrities Fundraise for LGBTQ+ Youth Amid Threats to Federal Funding

Following the Administration’s order to terminate the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ specialized services, The Trevor Project spoke out about the devastating impact that would result from this action. The Trevor Project stands to lose approximately $25 million in federal funding – which allows the organization to provide suicide prevention services for LGBTQ+ youth through 988, and to save young lives. Since its inception, 988 has provided life-saving services to more than 1.3 million LGBTQ+ young people, who often have nowhere else to turn. Celebrities and influencers are also stepping up to raise awareness—and critical donations—through The Trevor Project’s…