Dear John , 

I hope you and your loved ones are savoring the slower rhythms of summer. As we strive to sustain and expand our crucial justice work, Equality Virginia invites you to consider how you can provide enduring support to the trans/gender expansive community in the coming year.  

The Transgender Information and Empowerment Summit (TIES), scheduled for November 16, 2024, is a cornerstone of our mission, offering vital resources, support, and empowerment to the transgender/nonbinary community in Virginia. 

Equality Virginia is committed to making in-person attendance accessible to individuals, nonprofits, grassroots organizations, and similar groups regardless of budget. We know that TIES will be a more enriching experience when a diversity of groups from all intersections can participate, share, learn and be joyful with each other. Your support will ensure equitable access to all of our TIES programming. 

As a TIES sponsor, you have the incredible opportunity to align your business, organization, or simply yourself with a transformative conference that provides much needed resources and connections for hundreds of transgender and nonbinary Virginians across the state. 

The extraordinary generosity of our vibrant network of businesses, organizations, and individuals powers our collective efforts towards equality and liberation for the most marginalized LGBTQ+ Virginians. If your organization or business is interested in partnering with Equality Virginia to support TIES 2024 via in-kind donations, please email the Director of Programs and Community Partnerships at [email protected] for further information.  

In the coming months we’ll share more information about volunteering at TIES, and how small businesses and organizations can vendor or table at the summit. 

Together, we can make a profound and lasting impact. Your involvement and dedication are vital to realizing our shared vision of equality and justice.

Thank you for standing with us,   

Ariana Hamidi (they/them)

Director of Programs and Community Partnerships

Equality Virginia
530 East Main Street
Suite 600
Richmond, VA 23219
United States