PAY IT NO MIND: THE MARSHA P. JOHNSON FUND

 

 

 

 

 

“Pay It No Mind” is what Black trans rights pioneer Marsha P. Johnson would say is the meaning of her middle initial. The Marsha P. Johnson Fund at Safe Streets Wichita finds inspiration in Marsha’s message and her radical empathy, generosity, acceptance, and kindness by aiming to support the direct material needs of BIPOC queer and trans folx living in and around Wichita, Kansas.

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When we have funds available, we provide one-time assistance of up to $150 to help cover the following kinds of expenses:

• BASIC CARE EXPENSES such as groceries, hygiene products, co-pays on medication and medical appointments, medical devices, affirming clothing and undergarments, emergency contraception and harm reduction supplies.

• LIVING EXPENSES such as rent/mortgage, renter’s and home insurance, home and appliance repair, utilities, laundry, legal expenses, and infant and child care.

• TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE such as bus, taxi, or Uber ride fees, fuel, vehicle loans and insurance, vehicle repair, and tag and license fees and registration.

• JOB-RELATED EXPENSES such as haircuts and other cosmetic services, professional attire, licensing exam fees, and operating license fees.

• EDUCATION EXPENSES such as school supplies, school attire, application feeds, and tuition.

• OTHER NEEDS including pet food and vet care, hobby supplies, art supplies, and lessons.

These are not the only needs we can help you meet. If you need help with something that is not mentioned above, reach out to us and we will help if we can!