Hi Friend of Trevor,

I’d like to share the story of an LGBTQ teen who reached out through TrevorChat. To protect their privacy, I’m calling them “Em.”

Em said they’d been struggling with their sexuality. When they tried to live openly and authentically, the intense homophobia they experienced pushed them to consider suicide.

Thanks to kind and generous people like you, a trained Trevor crisis counselor was there for this LGBTQ teen. Join us in this life-saving work by making your gift today.

The counselor worked with Em to find ways to get grounded when their suicidal thoughts become overwhelming. They also developed a safety plan and identified friends to support them when those dark thoughts got worse.

We estimate that every year in the U.S., 1.8 million LGBTQ young people like Em seriously consider suicide. Trevor’s goal is to be there for every single one of them with free, confidential 24/7 crisis counseling. To do that, we need your help, so make your gift today.

I know that together we will create a world where LGBTQ young people like Em feel loved, supported, and never alone.

Sincerely,

Danielle Ehsanipour
they/them
Director of Lifeline
The Trevor Project

P.S. The holiday season can be hard for LGBTQ young people like Em who may not have families who accept them. With your gift, Trevor will be there for LGBTQ young people who need extra support this time of year — every single one.