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Donate to Help Sammy Birdwell Achieve Life-Changing Top Surgery, organized by Sammy Birdwell

Sammy Yeets His Teets...FINALLY! Hi friends, family, and kind strangers! My name is Sammy Birdwell (he/they), a 39-year-old trans-masc nonbinary person living in Plano, Texas—a state that's working hard to erase the rights of myself and my trans siblings. I began my medical transition in 2021, and now I need your help to complete the next important step: top surgery. My surgery is scheduled for December 6th, 2024, but I need to raise $8,000 or more by November 6th to cover the full cost. Initially, my insurance covered the surgery, but a change in July means it no longer does, so I have to pay out of pocket. The surgery costs $6,000, with anesthesia and hospital costs adding another $2,000 to $3,000. I was laid off last December and didn’t start my new job until September. Since I won’t have PTO until February, I may need extra funds to live on during my recovery. Top surgery is life-changing for me, both physically and mentally. It will allow me to finally live as the version of myself I see in my head every day—the version that feels authentic and free. My baby hairs are starting to show up on and under my chin, and feeling my baby beard growing always brings me immense comfort on hard days. As I write this, I’m thankful to be on testosterone, which makes me feel strong within my body—something Lupus has taken from me over the years. Your support will help me take this critical step toward aligning my body with my true self and easing the burden I’ve carried for so long. I know it’s a short time frame, and I wish I’d started sooner, but I’ve been stubborn about putting myself out there and asking for help. I’ve been managing Lupus since college, and after years of being on steroids, I’ll finally stop taking them by the end of October. I’m deeply grateful to my rheumatologist, Dr. Sackler, who recently retired, and my new rheumatologist, Dr. Rampure, for their continued support. I also want to thank my therapist, Miriam Kolni, who has been instrumental in helping me heal and getting me mentally ready for this surgery. As I take this critical step in my life, I can’t help but wish that my younger older brother, Fletcher, was here to see me. I miss him deeply, and I know he would have been proud of the person I’ve become. I’m asking for your help, whether through a financial contribution, sharing my story, or simply sending positive vibes my way. Thank you for your kindness and support as I take this life-changing step. With love and gratitude, Sammy Birdwell (he/they) Read more

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Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website?

Why GoFundMe Articles and URLs Appear on Our Website and How We Support Other GoFundMe Campaigns

At LFEBridge Foundation, we are dedicated to creating a platform where individuals and organizations can maximize their fundraising efforts. As part of our commitment to supporting a wide range of causes, we incorporate articles and URLs from GoFundMe into our website. Here’s why you might see GoFundMe content on our site, how it benefits the fundraising community, and our relationship with GoFundMe:

1. Amplifying Reach for Fundraising Campaigns

Increased Visibility: By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our platform, we help increase the visibility of various fundraising campaigns. This additional exposure can attract more donors and supporters, helping campaigns achieve their goals more quickly.
Cross-Promotional Opportunities: Highlighting campaigns from GoFundMe allows us to support a broader spectrum of causes and connect with a wider audience. This cross-promotion benefits both the campaign organizers and potential donors looking for causes to support.

2. Supporting Campaign Growth

Advertising and Promotion: We understand the importance of visibility in successful fundraising. By showcasing GoFundMe campaigns, we provide an advertising platform that helps these campaigns reach potential donors who might not have discovered them otherwise.
Strategic Partnerships: Collaborating with GoFundMe and featuring their campaigns on our site strengthens the fundraising ecosystem, ensuring that worthwhile causes receive the attention and support they deserve.

3. Expanding Donor Networks

Broader Donor Base: Featuring a variety of campaigns from different platforms helps diversify and expand the donor base. This means more people can learn about and contribute to a variety of causes, ultimately driving higher engagement and donations.
Enhanced Outreach: By integrating GoFundMe content, we help campaigns tap into new networks and communities, broadening their reach and potential impact.

How We Help Other GoFundMe Campaigns Grow

1. Featured Campaigns Section

Highlighting Noteworthy Campaigns: We have a dedicated section on our website where we feature noteworthy GoFundMe campaigns. This not only gives these campaigns a spotlight but also encourages visitors to explore and contribute to them.
Rotating Features: To ensure a diverse range of campaigns get visibility, we regularly rotate the featured campaigns. This continuous update keeps the content fresh and engaging for our audience.

2. Social Media Promotion

Sharing Across Platforms: We share selected GoFundMe campaigns on our social media channels to reach a broader audience. Our followers, in turn, can share these posts, amplifying the reach even further.
Engagement Strategies: Utilizing effective engagement strategies, such as storytelling and compelling visuals, we enhance the appeal of these campaigns, driving more traffic and donations.

3. Email Newsletters

Campaign Highlights: Our email newsletters often include highlights of impactful GoFundMe campaigns. By doing so, we bring these causes directly to the inboxes of our subscribers, encouraging more people to get involved and donate.
Donor Updates: We keep our donors informed about the progress and success of the campaigns they have supported, fostering a sense of community and continued engagement.

LFEBridge Foundation's Independence

It’s important to clarify that LFEBridge Foundation is an independent entity and is not part of or affiliated with GoFundMe. While we feature and support GoFundMe campaigns on our site, we operate as a separate foundation dedicated to collecting donations for various causes, similar to GoFundMe. Many of these causes are displayed on our website to provide donors with a wide range of options to support.

Conclusion

By featuring GoFundMe articles and URLs on our website, LFEBridge Foundation supports a wide array of fundraising campaigns, helping them gain the visibility and donations they need to succeed. Through our promotional efforts and strategic partnerships, we aim to create a robust and supportive environment for all fundraising initiatives.

For more information on how we support fundraising campaigns or to explore featured campaigns, visit https://LFEBridge.com or contact us at support@lfebridge.com.

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