Point of Pride is gearing up for one of the most impactful fundraising events of the year as Mercury Stardust—widely known as the Trans Handy Ma’am—returns to host the 5th Annual Stream‑a‑Thon for Trans Health. The livestream begins at 6 pm CST on March 30 and continues through midnight on March 31, aligning with Trans Day of Visibility and marking Point of Pride’s 10th anniversary. Viewers can tune in on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch, and those wishing to donate ahead of time can do so at the official Stream‑a‑Thon page: https://www.pointofpride.org/stream-a-thon.
This annual event has become the largest and longest‑running fundraiser of its kind, connecting thousands of transgender people to essential, life‑saving gender‑affirming healthcare. Mercury Stardust has mobilized tens of thousands of donors over the years, helping raise more than $5 million with over 120,000 contributors. Last year alone, the Stream‑a‑Thon brought in more than $1 million from 29,000 donors, with contributions averaging $37 and the largest single donation reaching $5,100.
Funds raised during the Stream‑a‑Thon directly support Point of Pride’s mission to provide financial aid and direct services to transgender people who face barriers to accessing care. Grants and programs funded through the event help individuals obtain gender‑affirming surgery, hormone replacement therapy, permanent hair removal, and other critical health and wellness services. More information about Point of Pride’s work can be found at https://www.pointofpride.org/.
The need for this support remains urgent. An estimated 2.8 million transgender adults live in the United States, many of whom require specialized healthcare that affirms their identities. Yet nearly 30% of transgender people experience poverty, and ongoing political efforts across the country continue to threaten access to gender‑affirming care. When trans people are able to receive the care they need, the impact is profound—improving mental health, stability, and overall quality of life.
This year’s Stream‑a‑Thon is not only a fundraiser but a celebration of trans joy, resilience, and community. “What started as a drag show in a dive bar to raise 1k for gender affirming care for local transgender community members turned into a 24‑hour livestream to raise $24,000,” said Mercury Stardust. “That has now grown into the largest transgender‑focused fundraiser in the world. As a trans woman myself, I know how meaningful this support is—both for morale and for access to gender‑affirming care.”
Aydian Dowling, Chief Advancement Officer of Point of Pride, echoed the importance of the event and the partnership. “Even long before we began Point of Pride, we have always understood that when we have access to the healthcare we need, we thrive. We’re here now and we’ll be here always with our trans siblings in centering joy and affirmation.”
The 5th Annual Stream‑a‑Thon for Trans Health promises to be a powerful, community‑driven event that uplifts transgender people while raising critical funds for care.
When: Monday, March 30 at 6 pm CST through midnight March 31
Learn more: https://www.pointofpride.org/
Donate early: https://www.pointofpride.org/stream-a-thon