New York City on Tuesday launched a $2 million emergency fund to support organizations serving transgender, gender nonconforming, or nonbinary (TGNCNB) New Yorkers.
The funding will be administered by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and will support community-based organizations that offer an array of inclusive, responsive and affirming services to TGNCNB New Yorkers that meet urgent community needs, including services related to health and wellness, legal advocacy, youth and family support, safety and crisis response, community building and economic empowerment.
“Actions by the federal government to reduce access to critical, evidence-based health care for transgender and gender-nonconforming people is unconscionable,” said DOHMH Acting Commissioner Dr. Michelle Morse. “Supporting New York's community organizations that provide lifesaving services and are eligible for the emergency funds is a key part of the Health Department's commitment to supporting the health and well-being of all New Yorkers.”
Up to $92,000 will be made available to approximately 20 experienced organizations that are positioned to continue delivering these services in 2026. The funds may be used for program purposes — including personnel, travel, supplies, and services — and the majority of clients served with these funds should be TGNCNB individuals.
Many community-based organizations that offer affirming services to transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary New Yorkers are under significant strain as they grapple with growing demand, funding uncertainty, shifting policies, and threats to the rights and safety of their staff and clients, officials said.
The application period is now open through January 5, 2026.
