Chronicle Books and Last Week Tonight with John Oliver present: A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo

March 19, 2018

100% of Last Week Tonight’s proceeds will be donated to The Trevor Project and AIDS United.

SAN FRANCISCO, CA, March 18, 2018― A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo is a children’s picture book that imagines the story of Marlon Bundo, the Bunny of the United States (BOTUS), who meets the bunny of his dreams.

Published by Chronicle Books in collaboration with the hit HBO show Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, the book is being released, coincidentally, the day before Marlon Bundo’s A Day in the Life of the Vice President, a different picture book written by Charlotte Pence, the Vice President’s daughter, and illustrated by his wife, Karen Pence. Instead of following around the Vice President, A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo follows a day in the life of the BOTUS, as he falls in love with another bunny, Wesley. The two decide to wed, only to be told by the Stink Bug in charge that same-sex marriage is not allowed. When Marlon, Wesley and their supportive animal community realize that they can choose who is in charge of their society, they vote out the Stink Bug and the couple is married surrounded by their friends. With its message of tolerance and advocacy this children’s picture book beautifully explores issues of marriage equality and democracy.

“We were lucky enough to get the call,” said Sarah Malarkey, Executive Editorial Director at Chronicle Books. “Because we wholeheartedly agree with the message of inclusiveness, we leapt at the chance to partner with the hilarious and brave team at Last Week Tonight with John Oliver.”

“This book has an important message for all LGBTQ youth: That they are worthy of love and should be proud of who they are. That’s a message we can all believe in,” said Amit Paley, the CEO of The Trevor Project. “We are so grateful to be the beneficiary of books sold. The funds raised through the sales of this book will help us continue to operate our 24/7 life-saving services for LGBTQ youth.”

“We are so grateful to all those involved in the development of this story, and on behalf of the 1.1 million people living with and at risk for HIV in the U.S., we thank them for their generous support,” said AIDS United CEO Jesse Milan, Jr. “By celebrating Marlon Bundo’s differences, the book’s authors have created a powerful tool for teaching young people the value of diversity.”

The audiobook version of A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo, read by Jim Parsons with special guests Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Jeff Garlin, Ellie Kemper, John Lithgow, Jack McBrayer, and RuPaul, is available on Audible.

To see tonight’s segment of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, please visit: youtube.com/user/LastWeekTonight

The book can be purchased at betterbundobook.com and chroniclebooks.com.

About the Book

Last Week Tonight with John Oliver presents A Day in the Life of Marlon Bundo

By Marlon Bundo with Jill Twiss, illustrated by EG Keller

ISBN: 978-1-4521-7380-1

Jacketed hardcover, 10 x10 in, 40 pages, full-color illustrations throughout

$18.99 US

About the Author

Marlon Bundo is a very fun bunny who recently relocated to Washington, D.C. from his home in Indiana. He enjoys hopping through the garden, eating all his vegetables, and hula-hooping.

About Chronicle Books

One of the most admired and respected publishing companies in the U.S., Chronicle Books was founded in 1967 and over the years has developed a reputation for award-winning, innovative books. Recognized as one of the 50 best small companies to work for in the U.S. (and the only independent publisher to receive this award), the company continues to challenge conventional publishing wisdom, setting trends in both subject and format, maintaining a list that includes much admired illustrated books and gift products in design, art, architecture, photography, food, lifestyle, pop culture, and acclaimed children’s titles. Chronicle Books’ objective is to create and distribute exceptional publishing that’s instantly recognizable for its spirit, creativity, and value. For more information about Chronicle Books, visit www.chroniclebooks.com. Follow us on Twitter: @ChronicleBooks.

About The Trevor Project

The Trevor Project is the leading and only accredited national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under the age of 25. The Trevor Project offers a suite of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs, including TrevorLifeline, TrevorText, and TrevorChat as well as a peer-to-peer social network support for LGBTQ young people under the age of 25, TrevorSpace. Trevor also offers an education program with resources for youth-serving adults and organizations, a legislative advocacy department fighting for pro-LGBTQ legislation and against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric/policy positions, and conducts research to discover the most effective means to help young LGBTQ people in crisis and end suicide. If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or suicidal, our Trevor Lifeline crisis counselors are available 24/7/365 at 866.488.7386. www.TheTrevorProject.org

About AIDS United

AIDS United’s mission is to end the AIDS epidemic in the U.S. through strategic grant-making, capacity building, formative research and policy. AIDS United works to ensure access to life-saving HIV/AIDS care and prevention services and to advance sound HIV/AIDS-related policy for U.S. populations and communities most impacted by the epidemic. To date, our strategic grant-making initiatives have directly funded more than $104 million to local communities and have leveraged more than $117 million in additional investments for programs that include, but are not limited to HIV prevention, access to care, capacity building, harm reduction and advocacy. For more information, visit www.aidsunited.org.

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Over Half of LGBTQ Youth in New National Survey Have Been Diagnosed With Eating Disorders

February 28, 2018

NEW YORK CITY — Feb. 28, 2018

****FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE****

A new national survey of LGBTQ youth found that a majority of those surveyed have been diagnosed with an eating disorder. Even more shocking, half of the LGBTQ youth surveyed who have not been diagnosed suspect they have an eating disorder.

The disturbing results were part of a new national survey, designed to better understand how LGBTQ youth are affected by eating disorders, and was conducted by The Trevor Project, the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA)  and Reasons Eating Disorder Center. The results were released in conjunction with National Eating Disorders Association Awareness Week, held this year between Feb. 26 and March 4 with the theme “Let’s Get Real.”

The results illustrate the need for increased support for this community. Of the LGBTQ youth surveyed, 54% of the participants indicated that they had already been diagnosed with an eating disorder. Of those diagnosed with an eating disorder, 58% have considered suicide.

“We were stunned by these results,” said Amit Paley, The Trevor Project’s CEO and Executive Director. “We need to do far more to help the alarming number of LGBTQ youth living with eating disorders and struggling with thoughts of suicide. We are grateful to partner with NEDA and Reasons Eating Disorder Center to shed light on this public health crisis and help save more LGBTQ lives.”

“We are honored to partner with the Trevor Project on this critical survey,” said Claire Mysko, CEO of NEDA. “The results make it clear that troubling numbers of LGBTQ youth are affected by eating disorders and self-harm. Together, we are working to raise awareness and put live-saving resources into the hands of those in need. It’s time to get real about these issues and ensure that everyone has access to the support they deserve.”

The first-of-its-kind survey includes a sample of 1,305 self-identified LGBTQ youth ages 13 to 24 from across the country. The report shows:

  • 54% of LGBTQ youth respondents reported having been diagnosed with an eating disorder compared to 5% of the heterosexual peers.
  • Trans youth who identify as straight are the most at risk, with 71% of those having been diagnosed with an eating disorder, anorexia being the most common.
  • There is a dangerous overlap in the consideration of suicide and eating disorders, with 58% of LGBTQ youth respondents who have been diagnosed with an eating disorder having considered suicide.

Stigma and stereotypes, especially amongst LGBTQ youth, make this a hard issue for some to talk about and seek help for. The goal of NEDAwareness Week 2018 is to bust myths, elevate marginalized voices, and reach those in need with appropriate support and resources.

Read the full results on The Trevor Project website here: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/resources/eating-disorders-among-lgbtq-youth/

Learn more about NEDAwareness Week: www.NEDAwareness.org

ABOUT THE TREVOR PROJECT

The Trevor Project is the leading and only accredited national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under the age of 25. The Trevor Project offers a suite of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs, including TrevorLifeline, TrevorText, and TrevorChat as well as a peer-to-peer social network support for LGBTQ young people under the age of 25, TrevorSpace. Trevor also offers an education program with resources for youth-serving adults and organizations, a legislative advocacy department fighting for pro-LGBTQ legislation and against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric/policy positions, and conducts research to discover the most effective means to help young LGBTQ people in crisis and end suicide. If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or suicidal, our Trevor Lifeline crisis counselors are available 24/7/365 at 866.488.7386. www.TheTrevorProject.org

ABOUT THE NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS ASSOCIATION

The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), headquartered in New York City, is the leading U.S. non-profit organization supporting individuals and families affected by eating disorders. NEDA serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. Each year, NEDA helps millions of people across the country find information and appropriate treatment resources through its toll-free, live helpline, its many outreach programs and website. NEDA advocates for advancements in the field and envisions a world without eating disorders.

For more information or to chat with a trained volunteer, visit www.MyNEDA.org

Or contact NEDA’s Live Helpline @ 800-931-2237
Monday–Thursday, 9am–9pm (EST) / Friday, 9am–5pm (EST)
In a crisis? Text NEDA to 741741; 24 hours a day/seven days a week

ABOUT REASONS EATING DISORDER CENTER

Reasons Eating Disorder Center, located in Los Angeles, California, offers eating disorder treatment programs for adolescents and adults who suffer from Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge-Eating, ARFID, and other related forms of disordered eating. We offer inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs for the treatment of eating disorders. We are a gender inclusive treatment program.

CONTACTS

Calvin Stowell – [email protected]

Greenleaf & Associates — 323-660-5800

Vicki Greenleaf — [email protected]

JOIN THE CONVERSATION

Learn more at: www.nedawareness.org

Follow #NEDAwareness

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Twitter:  https://twitter.com/NEDAstaff

Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/neda

Ingrid Michaelson​ Supports The Trevor Project with #UseYourHeart Tees

March 7, 2017

The Trevor Project is thrilled that singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson is using her creative talents to support crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs and services for LGBTQ youth by designing and selling a t-shirt with proceeds coming back to the organization. Ingrid says, “I, like many others, have been deeply affected by the divisiveness in this country, which appears to be magnified more so now than ever. I wanted to do something to help bring people together, but I didn’t know what. A few friends suggested designing a tee and donating the profits to an organization that protects people who may feel threatened in this present climate. So that’s what I did. I feel like we can all agree that this is an important time to use your heart.”

So far, Ingrid has sold more than 1,000 shirts and she sent the shirt to a number of her friends, a few of whom we are sure you’ll recognize.  Check out this one minute video to see who is using their heart and supporting Trevor.  Ingrid sells this “Use Your Heart” shirt via her website – get yours today!

Once your “Use Your Heart” Tee arrives, tag photos of yourself wearing the shirt using #UseYourHeartTee and @UseYourHeartTee @TrevorProject on Instagram and Twitter to show your support.

Trevor Project is a Founding Nonprofit Partner of Revlon’s Love Project 2017

February 27, 2017

The Trevor project is thrilled to be an original nonprofit founding partner of Revlon’s Love Project 2017.  The campaign is based on the view that love is the foundation for a happier, more beautiful world.

The campaign previewed this week with a 30-second teaser video, featuring “Million Reasons” by Lady Gaga, and was posted exclusively on the singer’s social channels. This video will be followed by a commercial spot starring Lady Gaga, Pharrell Williams and Ellen DeGeneres, that will air during The 89th Academy Awards broadcast on Sunday, February 26th.  The commercial will initiate a call-to-action to help spread more love in the world, inviting anyone who is inspired by love to visit theloveproject2017.com and create custom, shareable content that symbolizes what love means to them with the hashtag #Lovein3Words.  At the Trevor Project, our “love in three words” is #SavingYoungLives.

People can join the Love Project movement by visiting www.theloveproject2017.com to create their custom #Lovein3Words to post on their social channels, make a donation to Trevor and inspire others to join in, donate, and help spread the love. As the campaign unfolds, supporters will learn more ways in which they can choose love and inspire others to do the same.

“The Love Project is the beginning of a social movement which aims to inspire more love, acceptance, and caring in the world,” said Carlos Barreto, Revlon Senior Vice President Marketing. “At the heart of this campaign is the belief that all people are beautiful and that love can create a better world.”

“The Trevor Project is incredibly grateful to Revlon, Lady Gaga, Pharrell Williams, and most especially to our long-time supporter Ellen DeGeneres for pushing forward a movement of love and kindness, which is so vital to the positive mental health of our LGBTQ young people,” said Trevor Project interim Executive Director Steve Mendelsohn. “The expanded awareness of our services via the Love Project campaign to such wide audiences, including both LGBTQ youth and the countless people who care about them, will be instrumental in helping the Trevor Project save young LGBTQ lives and be there for them every day whenever and however they need us.”

The Trevor Project is thrilled that the campaign debuts during the Oscars, as the organization was founded in 1998 by the creators of the Academy Award®-winning short film TREVOR.

ABOUT
The Trevor Project is the leading and only accredited national organization providing crisis intervention and suicide prevention services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) young people under the age of 25.  The Trevor Project offers a suite of crisis intervention and suicide prevention programs, including TrevorLifeline, TrevorText, and TrevorChat as well as a peer-to-peer social network support for LGBTQ young people under the age of 25, TrevorSpace. Trevor also offers an education program with resources for youth-serving adults and organizations, a legislative advocacy department fighting for pro-LGBTQ legislation and against anti-LGBTQ rhetoric/policy positions, and conducts research to discover the most effective means to help young LGBTQ people in crisis and end suicide. If you or someone you know is feeling hopeless or suicidal, our highly-trained Trevor Lifeline crisis counselors are available 24/7/365 at 866.488.7386. www.TheTrevorProject.org

Share a Photo to Support LGBTQ+ Youth!

November 23, 2016

Until December 20th, there is an easy, FREE way to help save LGBTQ+ lives.  Support The Trevor Project by sharing your photos daily in Johnson & Johnson’s Donate A Photo app.

Follow these simple steps:
1. Download the app for Android or iOS.
2. Select The Trevor Project as your cause, and share your photos with the hashtag #PictureABrighterFuture.
3. Repeat daily, and for each photo shared, Johnson & Johnson will donate to The Trevor Project!

During November, the selfies shared were eligible to be featured on our billboard in Times Square!  We received thousands of photos, giving us hope in the incredible community of supporters that LGBTQ+ youth have all around the United States.  Our winner was Illyana from New York City, who took a photo with us under the billboard in Times Square!

 

Sponsor Spotlight: Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

October 25, 2016

For four years, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants has been an invaluable partner of The Trevor Project.  They’ve produced fundraising events and provided hospitality to those who help forward our mission to end suicide among all LGBTQ youth. Kimpton’s consistent support is an extension of founder Bill Kimpton’s desire to promote crisis intervention and AIDS awareness among the LGBTQ community. We are incredibly grateful for Kimpton’s commitment to creating a culture of inclusion and for their work as a tireless champion of the LGBTQ community.

Sharing ideals of caring and compassion towards LGBTQ youth, Kimpton advances our vision for a brighter LGBTQ future. In looking back at our 2016 events, collaborating with Kimpton has allowed us to grow awareness for our lifesaving work on a national level.  Thanks to Kimpton’s hosted, catered events in Miami, we’ve been especially able to build our presence in the South, where Trevor’s crisis services are most heavily utilized.

Kimpton events across the country this year have generated more than $70,000 in financial backing for our lifesaving services, and raised awareness by attracting hundreds of guests and celebrity performers like Steve Grand, Kyle Dean Massey, and Deborah Cox.  These fun and celebratory events allow Trevor to build support within communities around the country, while raising vital funds for our crisis intervention services, educational programs, and advocacy work.

Kimpton’s employment programs also reinforce their belief in a brighter future for LGBTQ youth. They’ve coordinated regular employee-led outreach to the LGBTQ community and were the first hotel company to score 100 percent on the HRC Corporate Equality Index in 2004. In 2011, they received the “HRC Innovation Award for Workplace Equality” for their pioneering benefits programs, including transgender-inclusive, fully-insured employee health plans and grossed up employees’ incomes to offset taxes from domestic partner benefits. With employees involved in many facets of The Trevor Project partnership, Kimpton continues its legacy of employee-driven philanthropy.

The Trevor Project looks forward to continuing our relationship with Kimpton, and we are excited to celebrate Trevor Live with them in December. With Kimpton’s generosity and dedication to Trevor’s mission, we have partnered to spread compassion, to build community, and ultimately, to save young lives together.

Sponsor Spotlight: Johnson and Johnson

September 19, 2016

As we raise awareness about the importance of self-care during National Suicide Prevention Month this September, The Trevor Project would like to extend our gratitude to Johnson & Johnson! As a proud supporter of Trevor for several years during Pride season and throughout the year, Johnson & Johnson knows the significance of self-care and is donating to help us continue our lifesaving work.

Created by the Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies, the Care With Pride™ campaign connects The Trevor Project, PFLAG, and the Family Equality Council in a unique partnership that focuses on raising awareness about the health and wellbeing of all youth, and inspires people to “pay it forward” by donating to make a difference.

All through October and for the rest of this year, you can be a part of this campaign by downloading Donate a Photo, a free app (available in Google Play for Android and in the App Store for iOS devices) from Johnson & Johnson that takes your photos and turns them into a way to do good!  For every photo uploaded through Donate a Photo, Johnson & Johnson donates $1 to a non-profit partner of the supporter’s choosing.*

You can help make a difference every day through Donate a Photo in 3 simple steps:

  • Choose Trevor as an organization to support
  • Upload a picture (either from your camera roll or take one on the spot).
  • Share your photo on the Donate a Photo gallery.

You can also share to Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to help spread the word and get your friends and family to donate as well!

In just a few minutes, you can download the app and get started. You can upload one photo a day, every day! The app also lets you see and share the impact of your actions.

We are so proud to be a part of this national partnership, alongside two LGBTQ nonprofit leaders. Visit healthyessentials.com to learn more about Care with Pride™, redeem coupons that offer $55 in savings, and give your support!

*Johnson & Johnson has curated a list of trusted causes, and you can donate a photo to one cause, once a day. Each cause will appear in the app until it reaches its goal, or the donation period ends. If the goal isn’t reached, the cause will still get a minimum donation.

Trevor Outreach Across The Nation

August 12, 2016

Lost-n-Found Youth executive director Rick Westbrook (l) and actor and activist Josh Hutcherson (r). (Photo by Patrick Saunders)

The Trevor Project has been connecting with champions of LGBTQ youth across the nation as we raise awareness about our suicide prevention and crisis intervention work. In July, through our PowerON initiative, we co-hosted an event with Lost-N-Found Youth, an organization that works to end homelessness for LGBTQ youth in Atlanta. With nearly 40 percent of homeless youth who identify as LGBTQ and an estimated 650,000 homeless LGBT youth nationally, it is crucial that we show we are there for them, especially when they may struggle getting connected to resources.

Trevor’s Youth Advisory Councilmember Tom Woermer, LGBT Tech, human IT, and Straight But Not Narrow came together to help raise $3,000 dollars for PowerON so that we could provide refurbished computers and cell phones to youth and connect them to Trevor’s lifesaving services. 10 laptops and 28 solar chargers were donated at our event, with Josh Hutcherson in attendance, along with 200 folks, including Rep. Park Cannon – 58th District GA, four Atlanta City Council Members, and two Atlanta City School Board Members. According to ThinkProgress.org, “Having a phone can be the difference between sleeping in a public space, risking physical harm, and calling a trusted friend, family member, or case worker who can give you a place to stay…and 62 percent of homeless youth own a cellphone but only 40 percent have a working phone..” Learn more about why being connected to tech is crucial for the mental health and well-being of homeless LGBTQ youth in the video below.

The Trevor Project has also been lucky to connect with Miss Missouri, Erin O’ Flaherty, the first openly gay Miss America contestant, as she raises awareness about our suicide prevention efforts among the LGBTQ community in the South and beyond. Miss Missouri marched with us and YouTube star Brendan Jordan for our San Diego Pride event. It was so meaningful to the LGBTQ community there, and we thank Trevor Ambassador Joshua Coyne for organizing such an empowering event. We look forward to working with them in the future. You can check out some of our Tweets here and our first Facebook LIVE video, which got over 10K views.

You can join our fight to save young lives at our upcoming events in Miami August 28, Chicago September 16, and San Diego September 24 with Kimpton Hotels and Restaurants. Thank you for being a warrior for LGBTQ youth. Showing them that they matter can help us save lives.

Celebrating Pride 2016 with Trevor

June 30, 2016

Throughout the month of June, from Los Angeles to New York, Trevor celebrated Pride Month across the nation, showing LGBTQ youth that their futures deserved to be supported and validated. We are so grateful to Pride Community and Outreach volunteers who have showed up to our Pride events across the United States to show LGBTQ youth that they matter. A day after the heinous mass shooting that killed 49 LGBTQ folks in Orlando, our Los Angeles staff and volunteers still bravely marched in West Hollywood’s Pride, with The Thunderman’s actress and Kid’s Choice Award Winner Kira Kosarin leading the charge. In the weeks following Orlando, our amazing staff and volunteers were also there to respond to some of our highest volume of calls, chats, and texts this year.

Even in this day and age, we are fighting to celebrate our existence as a strong, resilient LGBTQ community. Yet, we keep pushing to hold safe spaces for our young people.

As we move into July, September, and October, Trevor will continue raising awareness through tabling and proudly marching at events across San Diego, Dallas, Memphis, Castro, Atlanta, and others, working with partners like AT&T, Revlon, Twitter, Johnson & Johnson, and Macy’s.

Twitter, our Trevor 20/20 Visionary Honoree at TrevorLIVE, helped us share support of the LGBTQ community online with their emoji #LoveisLove, then opened their headquarters to our San Francisco community for our #ThisisMe fundraising event. Thanks to sponsor Revlon’s Sinful Colors #PRIDE nailpolish line, Trevor was also able to offer LGBTQ youth a chance to show their pride by expressing themselves through their own self-care, style, and beauty. AT&T’s Live Proud Activation gave LGBTQ youth an opportunity to share their moments of acceptance with the help of Trevor supporter Lisa Vanderpump, as well as explore their Pride Personalities through a live #ATTLiveProud personality quiz across Chicago, Philadelphia, St. Petersberg, San Francisco, and on social media. With Johnson & Johnson, we supported their #LoveHasNoLabels campaign, focusing on educating folks about hidden biases against the LGBTQ community.

We want to thank supporter Tyler Oakley for donating a portion of proceeds to Trevor from his LGBTQ album Pride Jams, as well as LA Weekly for featuring us as one of the best organizations to volunteer with. Our supporters, volunteers, donors, and sponsors are all champions for young LGBTQ people’s brighter futures. We hope you join us at Pride celebrations across the nation to celebrate the beautiful diversity of our community.

TrevorLIVE and #ThisisMe: Paving The Way for Brighter LGBTQ Futures

June 26, 2016

Right now, LGBTQ youth are seeing that they have to struggle for rights and opportunities that seem so basic, including the freedom to gather with our community for a night of relaxation and socializing, without fear. That’s why we have been beyond grateful for the Trevor supporters who have bravely stood with us to serve as pathfinders in the fight for equality at pride events, TrevorLIVE New York, and #ThisisMe in San Francisco.

A day after the tragic events in Orlando, at TrevorLIVE New York, Executive Director and CEO Abbe Land said, “As our youth grapple with their confusion, fears, hurt, and questions, it is important for them to see us, to see us celebrate who we are and for them to know we are holding our heads high and being strong. We are there to help them…and we will continue to be there for them.”

With over 690 guests and Presenting Sponsor Kevin Potter, we honored Trevor Heroes Jordan Roth and Richie Jackson, 20/20 Visionary Twitter, and Youth Innovator Cole Ray Davis, raising over $820,000 for our lifesaving work. Davis, a young trans activist who lives in rural North Carolina, reminded us about limited LGBTQ resources in the South: “Organizations like Trevor are needed because in places like Deep Run, North Carolina, it’s hard to feel like you can trust anyone…It’s encouraging to know that The Trevor Project is raising awareness about their resources in the South with their Southern Initiative, because we need it…This award represents hope for all the LGBTQ young people who don’t think they’ll ever amount to anything—the people who think they’re alone in the Bible Belt—the people who can’t find mental health support or doctors who will perform gender affirming surgeries for them—the people who can’t find anyone to talk to outside of The Trevor Project. No one is alone and The Trevor Project is always here for you.” To check out more content from TrevorLIVE, visit Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Flickr.

A few weeks after TrevorLIVE, we continued raising awareness at Twitter’s Headquarters in San Francisco for #ThisisMe, where over 450 supporters expressed their pride on our orange runway, helped us become the third highest trending topic on Twitter, and raised over $50,000. These dollars came at a time when we have seen increased calls, chats, and texts come into our crisis services.

As performer Frenchie Davis told our followers: “We all have a social responsibility to take care of our young people…black, white, brown, transgender, bisexual, gay, straight…to care for, encourage, and inspire the young people in our communities…to encourage them and tell them that they are okay and that they are loved for who and what they are.  Every three minutes, an LGBT person considers taking their own life, so the work The Trevor Project is doing is so important.”

Help us do even more by joining our Impact Circle. As our budget year comes to a close, we could really use just 10 more Impact Circle members donating $100 per month. Together, we can continue paving the way for brighter LGBTQ futures. To check out content from #ThisisMe, visit Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and Flickr. Thank you for being a part of saving young lives.