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There are still a handful of Elevate shirts left, get one HERE before I run out! I mostly have size small left. I have one medium and one extra large on reserve right now for the #SupportRaine fundraiser - once the raffle winner chooses their size preference, the remainder of my shirts will be available for purchase.

This month Ways2Raise is proud to announce our next campaign; Raine’s Gender Therapy and Hormone Fundraiser. 

"Hi everyone, my name is Raine. I am a disabled trans woman of color and I need your help. These past few months have been extremely difficult for me. Firstly, I'm disabled and on a very limited income. Because of this, I've been on a waiting list for a number of years with the Transgender Institute here in Kansas City, to receive services pro bono. As it stands, I've  been unsuccessful and unable to begin that in the 5 years that I've been living life as a woman; I'm not even on HRT. And with the poor economy and other factors, the Transgender Institute no longer even offers pro bono services.”

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This campaign will be different than anything you have seen before. While we will be setting up a Dedicated Design (a design made and sold exclusively in order to donate towards a trans individual in need) for Raine in the months to come, we are kicking off this fundraiser by collaborating with other trans/queer brands. 

This kick off is a donation based drawing. Meaning you not only have the opportunity to help an amazing woman, but also the chance to win a t-shirt, hoodie, or hat from each of the brands involved with the project. 

Supporting Brands 

Ways2Raise- Ways2Raise is a community inspired brand dedicated to aiding trans community members with the costs of transitioning, hosting community events and services, and creating safe spaces that are inclusive of identities across the spectrum. Join the movement today by purchasing our gear and following us on Facebook, Instagram, and Tumblr. Prize fromm W2R: Out of This Binary T-shirt 

OutPostSupplyCo - Apparel that gives back! Outpost Supply Co. is a for purpose store that partners with designers who share our passion for creative expression and who are equally wanting to empower LGBTQ youth to be who they were born to be. That’s why with every item purchased, 10% of the profits go to scholarships for LGBTQ youth. Check out their Instagram here!  Prize from Outpost: Any item from their shop

Selfmade Mfg Co - Selfmade Manufacturing Company launched in 2015 in Los Angeles, CA as a way to give back to the community. Their an independent, premium clothing co-op brand for anyone who identifies as self made. They aspire to evoke strength, show pride, inspire courage, and create community. Shop here.  Prize from Selfmade: The Mason T-shirt

Coexist Casuals - Coexist Casuals is a bare bones brand, creating handmade products, with the goal of bringing awareness to trans identities. All techniques used in making the shirts were self-taught because of the passion Coexist Casuals has for creating, and spreading new ideas and attitudes about trans people. Help spread the message Coexist Casuals is putting out there, that trans identities are valid and thriving, by getting a shirt or following us on Facebook, Tumblr, and Instagram.  Prize from CC: Handmade with love Elevate T-Shirt

Elliot’s Top Surgery Shop - Elliot is a 23 year-old trans person who hit a wall when fundraising for his top surgery. This shop was set up by his friend Abby, not only to give Elliot a chance at surgery, but to create representation for trans people across the spectrum. Show your support today by visiting his shop here.  Prize from Elliot’s Shop: Support the Journey T-Shirt 

Infinite Headwear - Infinite Headwear was created with two goals in mind, aiding the Trans community and supplying a line that benefits all involved. Initially, all proceeds will go towards the top surgery fund of the found/designer, once this goal is reached, the real work begins. From that point on, all proceeds will go towards creating care packages for Trans youth. Each package will contain items fitting that specific individuals needs, as we are dedicated to ensuring the comfort and safety of our youth. Our mission is to help those who aren't in the position to help themselves and purchasing from us enables us to do so. With new designs as the seasons change, we're sure to supply something that fits your needs. For more information about the brand, how to become an affiliate, or to make a purchase, visit our online shop. Prize from Infinite: Beanie of Choice 

Elf and the Broomstick - Lou is selling handmade crocheted, sewn, and handcrafted items to pay for his top surgery. Orders can be done by commission so that they are tailored to your specific desires. In addition to making custom items, Lou makes gender and orientation pride flag crocheted accessories, flower crowns, t-shirts, and patches. You can visit his Etsy shop and contact him there or through his tumblr. Prize from E&B: flower crown

Prize Package Estimated Value: $200

How To Win

To enter for your chance to win, make a donation to Raine here. Tickets cost $5 and for every increment of $5 that you donate, you’ll receive another ticket(i.e: $5 - 1 ticket, $10 - 2 tickets, $15 - 3 tickets). 

When you make your donation, don’t forget to comment with your Tumblr URL, instagram username, or a contact email address so that we can get your size and address to ship your prizes. 

Help us make this fundraiser as successful as possible by keeping up with our posts, reblogging them, sharing them with your friends and families, and by tagging your friends in our posts on instagram. 

If you’re a brand or business looking to get involved and add to the prize basket, please contact us at: [email protected].

We will be running this contest until March 7th, when a winner will be randomly selected and announced.

This is an amazing opportunity for our community to come together to support a community member in need and to support businesses and causes that care just as much as we do about the community. 

Photoshoot results! We’re nerds but we’re cute :)

To order a shirt, go HERE at a reduced price for a limited time, for after holiday shopping!