Support. Empower. Educate. Transform.
Make a difference in the life of a transgender South Dakotan today.
Far too many transgender youth and young adults in South Dakota and around the region have faced misunderstanding, hostility, and outright discrimination simply because of who they are. This has created a climate where kids live in fear of being their true selves, where parents desperate for community are increasingly isolated, and where vulnerable people feel powerless. In this climate, over 69% of transgender youth report harming themselves in the past year, and over 50% contemplate and attempt suicide. These statistics are nearly twice the national average for transgender youth and nearly 10 times the average for all youth.
It doesn't need to be this way, and you can help by supporting The Transformation Project of SD.
As a locally-led, 501c3 nonprofit organization, The Transformation Project works tirelessly to empower, educate, and support transgender youth and families and the communities they are a part of so that every person is loved, valued, and empowered to make their dreams a reality. Whether it is hosting a community advocacy event, educating the public on transgender experiences, publishing the annual Transforming SD magazine, or providing welcome kits and support groups to transgender South Dakotans and their families, The Transformation Project is making South Dakota and the surrounding a region a place where transgender people can live, work, play, and love without fear and with community.
Every dollar you contribute to The Transformation Project stays right here in South Dakota, with the youth and families who need your support the most. Make a one-time gift, or become a Hero for Trans Youth by making a monthly contribution.
Support. Educate. Empower. Transform. That's our work, and we're thankful for your support.
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Rachelle Broveleit
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Sawyer Vanden Heuvel
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Grateful for the gift of the Prism Center 🌈 in our community and to be in partnership with Shepherd's Table. The work you do matters! 🏳️⚧️
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Sarah Bobzien
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In honor of two of the loveliest souls I’ve ever known—Pastor Alex and Chaplain Tiff—whose kindness, wisdom, and presence have carried me through some of my hardest days.
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Kaalyn
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Craig
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Learned about the Transformation Project from TransLash interview with Morgan in July. Thanks for all of your vital, life-saving work!
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Rocky Mountain Equality
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From the Here To Pee Comedy Tour on behalf of Rocky Mountain Equality
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Full Circle Book Co-op
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Thanks for all you do. This is what we raised at the Full Circle Book Co-op through a few events and 10% of our sales on Saturday June 14. Hope it helps!
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Josh DiCapua
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Laidlaw Counseling LLC
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Screams by Night Con
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Margarita
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Happy birthday LB!
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Healing Patterns Counseling
Congrats Susan!
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The Divine Divas of the Black Hills
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Cole
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$26.34/M
For my fellow trans men. Stay strong. You deserve to be here in this world.
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Jennifer
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Reiki Community Health & Wellbeing
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$32
In honor of all who have fallen too young, just because they needed to be themselves.
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Abby Bischoff
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Emily
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Lana
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Lovingkindness and compassion for all
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Diane
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Dede Mogck
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Amy Williams Kim Olson
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We run half marathons in each state and find a queer org to donate to. Keep up the amazing work!!!
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Olsen Beth
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Rebecca Johnson
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Happy Pride Month!
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Abbie
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Tessa St Clair
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$250
May your efforts make the world a better place. With love.
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Jesse
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Thank you for all that you do! This donation is made in honor of the Trans Rights Readathon.
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Katie
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In support of Augie students
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Ann Snuttjer
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in support of Augustana students