Light the Way Soiree tickets are now open! Limited early bird tickets available. Make sure to grab yours today and help us illuminate a brighter future for trans youth across Illinois! www.transupfrontil.com/lighttheway

how i'm walking out of 2025 (photo originally taken for @assignedmedia.org / @transupfrontil.com rally, march 2025 / chicago, il / miranda (nikon d750) / nikkor af-s 24-80 f/2.8) #photography

Join Trans Up Front Illinois for TUF C.H.A.T., a peer-led support group for parents and caregivers statewide on Jan 8. Featuring Illinois Council for Health Justice. Learn how to support loved ones and understand health care rights followed by community support. transupfrontil.com/supportgroups

They try to define us by hate — we define ourselves by joy, love, and resilience. We’re flipping the script & investing in a future where trans youth across Illinois are celebrated. This holiday season, stand with us & help create a brighter future for trans youth. www.transupfrontil.com/donate

URGENT CALL TO ACTION! Tell Your Rep to Vote No on H.R. 3492! On December 17th, 2025, the U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a proposed bill introduced by Marjorie Taylor Greene that aims to criminalize gender affirming care for youth nationwide. Act now! act.hrc.org/page/183524/...

Save the Date Light the Way Soiree: Illuminating a Brighter Future for Trans Youth Join us as Trans Up Front Illinois celebrates our first birthday with an evening rooted in community, reflection, and hope. More details coming soon. We can’t wait to celebrate with you.

We’re Hiring! Development & Fundraising Coordinator (Part-Time, Contract) This remote role is ideal for someone who is passionate about community-centered fundraising, & supporting trans and gender-expansive youth across Illinois.

It’s Giving Tuesday! Today and every day, we’re uplifting trans youth and families across Illinois by investing in care, safety, & community. Every gift, big or small, makes a real impact. www.transupfrontil.com/donate

Shop with purpose this holiday season! Grab our beanie, unicorn, tote, and youth & adult shirts to support trans youth care. Use code TUFHOLIDAY for 15% off thru Dec 2, 11:59pm. Shop now: trans-up-front-il.square.site

🧡 Happy Thanksgiving from Trans Up Front Illinois! We’re grateful for our community, partners, supporters, and donors who make our work possible. Help us continue supporting trans youth & adults: www.transupfrontil.com/donate 🦃💙🏳️‍⚧️

As we close our first year, TUF has supported 900+ families with affirming care, resources, and community! Every dollar fuels trans-led & life-affirming work. Thank you for standing with us! Together, we’re building a safer, more affirming Illinois for all trans people. www.transupfrontil.com/donate

The Supreme Court let the Trump admin’s discriminatory passport policy move forward—putting trans, gender-diverse & intersex people at risk. We’ll keep showing up to listen, support, & fight for dignity, safety, & recognition for every TGNC person. 💜

Happy Trans Parents Day!

Today is Intersex Awareness Day! Sex was NEVER a binary. The rising tide of anti-trans sentiment and laws cause incredible harm to intersex people. It is more important than ever that we stand together against the rising tide of hate that impacts both communities.

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! We are highlighting global trans and nonbinary identities both in history and enduring today. Today we are highlighting some of the many transgender and nonbinary traditions found in Africa including the Sekrata, Mashoga, Ashtime, and Mino.

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! We are highlighting global trans and nonbinary identities both in history and enduring today. Today we are highlighting some of the many transgender and nonbinary traditions found in South Asia including the Metis, Hijra, and Aravani.

We have received our very first award—the Doer Award—from Pride Action Tank! Congratulations to out fellow honorees Tracy Baim (Dreamer Award) and Evette Cardona (Definer Award) who are inspirations to the work we do. And a huge thank you to the team at Pride Action Tank for this amazing honor.

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! We are highlighting global trans and nonbinary identities both in history and enduring today. Today we are highlighting some of the many transgender and nonbinary traditions found in Southeast Asia including Kathoey, Acault, Bakla, Calabai, Calalai, and Bissu.

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! We are highlighting global trans and nonbinary identities both in history and enduring today. Today we are highlighting the transgender traditions of the Maori people

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month! We are highlighting global trans and nonbinary identities both in history and enduring today. Today we are highlighting some of the many Pacific Island traditions including the Mahu, Fa'afafine, and Fakaleiti.

One week ago, TUF and TMASC hosted Fall Into Fun TGNC Family Field Day; a day of community, joy, games, arts & crafts, music, performances, and more! Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, performers, and everyone who came. We're already looking forward to next year!

Our first annual TGNC Family Field Day was an amazing success! Over a hundred people attended, participating in throw-back sports, arts & crafts, entertainment, and so much more! Remember: choosing joy in dark times is a radical act. Thank you to volunteers, sponsors, and attendees!

Join us next Sun, Oct. 12th for a FREE day of community, joy, & belonging. We’re thrilled to share our schedule of events, packed with games, activities, speakers, & fun. So bring your friends, family, and chosen family, and let’s make memories together! www.transupfrontil.com/fieldday

🌈✨ Happy LGBTQ+ History Month from Trans Up Front IL! ✨🌈 All month long we’ll be sharing trans historical facts to honor our past and uplift our community’s legacy. 💖 Follow along, learn with us, and celebrate the beauty of our community. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

Are you getting excited about our upcoming field day? I know we are! Check out some of our wonderful sponsors! Register for FREE today! www.transupfrontil.com/fieldday

Get excited! Field day is only a couple weeks away! Be part of creating trans joy and become a sponsor. Learn more at www.transupfrontil.com/sponsorfield...

🚨 CALL TO ACTION: TODAY at 7pm! 🚨 Stand with TGNC youth & families in Marengo, IL against District 165’s plan to host anti-trans speaker Dr. Kathy Koch. The district paid for this event violating separation of church & state & the Illinois Human Rights Act. ✊ Show up. Speak out. Protect our youth.

🍦✨ Join us TODAY, Monday Sept 22nd at Jeni’s Ice Cream in Andersonville to raise money for Trans Up Front! ✨🍦 Come grab a scoop, support TGNC youth & families, and be part of uplifting trans joy in our community. Every cone counts! 💜 📍 Jeni’s Andersonville 📅 3pm-6pm

🌟 Call for Volunteers! 🌟 Joy is an act of resistance—help us build a day of community & trans joy at Fall into Fun: TGNC Family Field Day on Oct 12! 🍂 Volunteer for logistics, sports, art projects & more. Got an idea? We’d love to hear it! 👉 Sign up here: forms.gle/NVX8C7VeYcYk...

We’re so excited to be in Decatur this weekend for Decatur Pridefest! 🎉 ✨ Stop by our booth for: 📸 A fun photo booth 🎡 Trivia wheel prizes 📚 Resources + info 🛍️ Merch and more! 💜 We’re also looking for a few more volunteers—come be part of the TUF team! Sign up here: forms.gle/7y5LHtQ9Nu2p...

🚨 Only 4 days left! 🚨 Don’t miss your chance to apply for the TUF Ambassador Program with Trans Up Front IL! 🏳️‍⚧️ This is your opportunity to help shape programs, uplift your community, and be a voice for TGNC youth. Apply now and join us in making a difference 👉 www.transupfrontil.com/tufambassador

🚨 Trump’s threats of “war” on Chicago endanger all families—especially immigrants, refugees, and TGNC youth. Trans Up Front stands united: every child and every family deserves safety and dignity. Protecting the most vulnerable is powerful resistance.

🍂✨ Fall into Fun: TGNC Family Field Day! ✨🍂 Join us for a FREE day of games, laughter, & community for transgender, nonbinary, & gender-nonconforming folks + families. 📅 Sun, Oct 12, 11am 📍 Madison Meadows Park, Lombard IL 💛 All ages welcome! Register free ➡️ www.transupfrontil.com/fieldday

Across Illinois and the nation, trans youth are under attack. Join us in our continued fight to protect trans youth lives! ✊🏽 Trans youth deserve care. ✊🏽 Trans youth deserve safety. ✊🏽 Trans youth deserve to live. ✊🏽 Trans healthcare is a human right. mobilize.us/s/EbuDxk

Looking for an awesome comedy event tomorrow night with funds raised going to support Trans Up Front?! Come hang out with us and see an amazing, inclusive, interpreted standup comedy showcase tomorrow at My Buddy's, 7pm! www.exploretock.com/mybuddys/eve...

Last night, we had the deep honor of having our Executive Director, Asher McMaher, sitting in community with transgender and gender nonconforming individuals for a critical conversation following the State of Emergency for Transfemicide issued in Chicago. www.chicago.gov/city/en/dept...

Trans Up Front deals with some pretty heavy things, especially right now, but we also know how to have FUN! Here's our Accessibility Advisory Board members, leadership, and volunteers at the Disability Pride Parade yesterday! Do you want to get involved?

We had an AMAZING drag show with performers with disabilitiefor Disability Pride Month. We raised funds for our Accessibility Fund not just for Trans Up Front but for other organizations who need assistance making their work more accessible, whether it's ASL interpreters, using portable ramps, etc.

🥳📣 Looking for something fun to do in Chicago tomorrow? Come check us out in the Chicago Disability Pride Parade or show up early and come walk or ride with us! There'll also be a resource fair at the end. For more details including route, go to disabilityprideparade.org

In one week, we have helped over 50 families secure new providers after rollbacks to gender-affirming care. We are continuing to provide rapid responses to anyone seeking help. If you or someone you know needs help accessing gender-affirming care — we’re here for you. 📲 www.transupfrontil.com/gac

Trans Up Front's official statement condemning the University of Chicago's decision to end access to gender affirming care for trans and gender nonconforming youth.

Even in a sanctuary state, we're feeling direct impact of the anti-trans war being inflicted by the administration. Join us to fight back against the attacks on gender affirming medical care and mental health services. Join us to fight for trans youth. Sunday, August 10, 1pm, Fedral Plaza, Chicago

Stand Up! Speak Out! against the cruel cut of funding supporting crisis services for LGBTQ+ youth. This is a call to organizers, advocates, allies, and everyone who refuses to sit quietly while LGBTQ+ youth are left without support. ASL interpreters and accessibility considerations provided.

🎉 Join us on July 27th at 1 PM for a special Disability Pride Month Drag Up Front! 💥 Proceeds support accessibility services—for Trans Up Front and other organizations that need accessibility assistance! 🎟️ Registration required to attend: www.transupfrontil.com/dragupfront

Trans Up Front is hosting a monthly support and advocacy committee for parents who are transgender/gender nonconforming. Everything Trans Up Front does is free of charge and community first. The first meeting is tomorrow, Tuesday July 15th at 7pm. Register here: www.transupfrontil.com/committee

Happy International Non-Binary People's Day! On July 14th, we honor and uplift non-binary people around the world. Halfway between International Women's Day and International Men's Day, this date shows that not everyone fits within the gender binary and that is worth celebrating!

Did you know that July is its own pride month? Did you know that Disability Pride has its own flag? Did you know that every color has its own meaning? Trans Up Front is trans and disability led and provides services through the lens of access so you know there is always space for you here with us!

Thank you to everyone who came out to our first ever Drag Up Front fundraiser! Together, we raised over $4,500 for the TUF Ambassador Program and Sanctuary Project. Our next one is already scheduled! July 27th Disability Pride Edition! Register online to attend: www.transupfrontil.com/dragupfront

We are so excited to party at our first Drag Up Front fundraiser TOMORROW! Space is limited, and today is the last day to register, we will not be able to register at the door, so make sure you sign up ASAP! www.transupfrontil.com/dragupfront

We oppose the #BigBeautifulBill. Stripping health care from 12 million people and cutting food assistance while protecting tax breaks for the wealthy is unconscionable. Trans and marginalized communities will suffer most. This isn’t justice—it’s cruelty.