You may have heard about a Michigan-based group named "Stand With Trans." If you're a regular reader of this sub, you may have read about it in a post from a while back.

But have you ever looked into the organization? If not, you should. Their mission statement succinctly explains why:

"Stand with Trans empowers and supports transgender youth and their loved ones.Stand with Trans empowers and supports transgender youth and their loved ones."

The group was founded by the parent of a trans boy named Hunter Keith. When he came out in 2013, his mother Roz quickly realized something.

"There was very little out there in the way of resources. I really had no idea what it meant to be transgender."

So, she started writing a blog about the situation entitled, "“Call Him Hunter,” Which she described as "a blog for anyone who embraces diversity."

From that simple beginning sprang "Stand With Trans," which has become a one-stop site for any young person seeking help with transition, any parent seeking guidance with that transition,, and any ally of the transgender community.

Take time to explore their site. It contains everything from lists of programs for transgender youth, to upcoming events of interest, to a "Trans Lifeline Library" of books. They even have a "Merch" page where you can buy T-shirts and nifty "no-tuck" compression underwear. It is an amazing resource and I highly recommend it.

You'll note there is also a "Donation" page, where you can make gifts to this very worthy organization. And since "Stand With Trans" is a 403(b) non-profit, contributions to it are tax-deductible.

Check it out and if you can, help it out. You'll be helping young transgender people and possibly save lives.

--- Anni