TransLash Podcast with Imara Jones Replay: Trans Mutual Aid
Aug 24, 2023
Imara Jones speaks with Asanni Armon about For the Gworls, a party-based organization disrupting fundraising for Black trans people. Tuck Woodstock joins to discuss the Gender Reveal mutual aid and grant program and the impact of trust and frustration in this work. They emphasize the importance of financial access and affirmative care for trans individuals and highlight the role of mutual aid in supporting the trans community during protests and the Covid-19 pandemic.
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For The Gworls Party Origin
- Asanni Arman started For The Gworls by hosting a fundraising party for two Black trans friends facing eviction.
- The party quickly raised more than needed, inspiring monthly events to support the Black trans community.
Funding Beyond Parties
- Institutional funding is crucial for sustaining mutual aid efforts beyond small-scale parties.
- Fiscal sponsorship allows access to larger grants without becoming a traditional nonprofit.
Applying to For The Gworls
- Apply for aid through For The Gworls using their monthly application, which often fills rapidly due to high demand.
- Decisions and payouts are made within about a week and a half to meet urgent needs quickly.