Apply for subsidised gender-affirming care with Anne Health

Applications for this funding round are now closed, as we’ve reached the maximum number of submissions.

We’re sorry we can’t accept more at this time. Thank you for your understanding, and for being part of this community effort to make gender-affirming care more accessible.

All applicants will receive an outcome email within five days.

We recognise that the need is greater than we can currently meet.

For those that are unsuccessful in their applications, know that we will continue to look for ways to provide more funds in future.

While we hope it’s clear this reflects our mission to improve access to gender-affirming healthcare, we also recognise that some people may feel disappointed or left out by this process.

We welcome feedback and will carefully consider all suggestions to help us improve how we offer subsidised care in the future.

Applying for subsidised care FAQs

Our helpline is dedicated to supporting existing patients and cannot take questions about funding applications. Please read our Frequently Asked Questions below.

  • Applications are open to trans, non-binary and gender diverse people based in the UK who cannot afford private gender-affirming care.

    We welcome applications from adults as well as from parents or carers applying on behalf of young people under 18 (with parental consent).

    To be eligible, you must be able to demonstrate evidence of financial need. Either through providing a recent benefits statement, a bank statement or a payslip (within 3 months). For parents/carers applying for under 18s: a recent child benefit statement (within the last year).

  • The grant funds Anne Health’s Standard Membership services, including access to our specialist team for gender-affirming healthcare.

    Please note, medication costs and travel expenses are not included in this funding.

  • Places will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis to eligible applicants who meet the criteria and provide the required documentation.

    All applications will be carefully reviewed to ensure funding supports those who need it most.

  • Applicants must:

    • Be trans, non-binary or gender diverse.

    • Be based in the United Kingdom.

    • Be unable to afford private gender-affirming care, and demonstrate financial need.

    • Have parental consent if under 18.

  • This round of funding is specifically set aside to support people who cannot otherwise afford privately funded gender-affirming care. This includes Anne Lite members, but sadly not those on Standard or Enhanced Anne Health memberships.

    We know this will be disappointing for some, and we appreciate your understanding as we try to prioritise those with the greatest financial need.

  • You’ll need to upload evidence of financial need, such as:

    • A recent benefits statement (dated within 3 months)

    • A current Universal Credit award notice

    • two months’ worth of bank statements dated within the last 3 months

    • For parents/carers applying for under 18s, a recent child benefit statement (within the last year)

  • If your application is succesful you will need to provide:

    • Photo ID documentation for the applicant and for the young person if under 18. If your ID is in an old name, you will also need to provide proof of name change (e.g. a deed poll document).

    • Proof of address (within the last 3 months, e.g. bank statement, credit card bill, utility bill)

  • Applications should be submitted via our online form, which will go live on Thursday 10th July 2025 at 8:00.

    The form will automatically close once 30 applications are received, to ensure a fair and manageable review process.

  • You’ll be asked about:

    • Whether you can currently access private gender-affirming care.

    • Your financial situation and how it impacts your ability to pay.

    • Uploading your supporting documents.

    • Parental consent if under 18.

    • Contact details.

    • Your funding preference (full/partial/either).

    A declaration that the information provided is accurate.

  • You will receive an email with the outcome within 5 days of the form closing.

    Possible outcomes:

    • Fully funded subscription (free)

    • Partially funded subscription (£50/month)

    • Unsuccessful

  • We’ll contact you via email to:

    • Confirm your acceptance

    • Verify your identity and documents

    • Help to get you set up on our systems and to start your intake process

  • We know demand is higher than what we can fund this time. If you’re not selected, we’ll keep your details (with your permission) to notify you about future funding opportunities.

  • No. This grant only covers Anne Health Standard Membership services. It does not fund surgery, medication, travel or living costs.

  • No. At this time, funding is only available to people based in the United Kingdom.

  • Yes. Your application is confidential. Only our small grants team will review it, and your personal data will be stored securely and used only for assessing eligibility.

  • We want to ensure this limited funding goes to those who truly need it. That’s why we ask for recent, straightforward evidence of financial circumstances. If you’re not sure what counts, you can contact our team for help.

  • We hope so. This programme is just one step toward our mission of making gender-affirming healthcare accessible to all. We’re committed to seeking out further funding opportunities.

  • We believe that no one should be denied access to gender-affirming healthcare because they can’t afford it.

    This crowdfunded programme reflects our mission to bridge the gap until better, freely available NHS care exists.