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Help make lifesaving, gender-affirming care accessible for trans+ people across the UK who need it most.
As we gather with loved ones, exchange gifts and celebrate the festive season, it’s worth remembering that not everyone feels safe or seen. Gender-affirming care is lifesaving care. For many, it offers relief from years of distress, it improves mental health, supports physical wellbeing and helps trans+ people participate in public life as their true selves.
Across the UK, thousands of trans+ people are facing extraordinary barriers preventing them from being able to access the vital healthcare they need to live authentically and feel comfortable within themselves.
This year, it was reported that the estimated average wait time for a first appointment at a UK gender identity clinic is currently 25 years.
Trans+ people are being failed by an outdated healthcare system that is oversubscribed, underfunded and under-resourced.
What if, instead of an advent calendar or Christmas cards, you created a fundraiser this year? It’s a meaningful way to invite the people you care about to help make gender-affirming care accessible for those who need it most.
If you’d like another way to get involved, pick up something you love from our Anne merch store. When it arrives, take a photo, share it on social media, tag @annehealthcare and encourage your followers to donate too.
Every purchase and every post helps raise awareness and funds for trans+ people across the UK.
If you are looking for support, applications to our next funded care round will open on 12th January 2026.
We will post more information here and on our social media accounts on Monday 5th January.
View some of the most asked questions, or search below for a question you might have.
Or you can easily speak to us using one of the options below between 9am – 5pm Monday to Friday, or send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Then we will help even more people to access the benefits of a membership with Anne!
Yes. While most applicants act in good faith, it’s crucial to ensure the funding continues to support those who need it most. Each year, recipients will be asked to provide proof of benefits and income. If someone’s financial circumstances improve and they can cover their own care, we kindly ask them to step aside so that funding can go to another person who truly needs the support.
Your donation will go directly toward funding gender-affirming healthcare for transgender people who can’t afford private care. We’re committed to transparency, and you’ll receive updates about the impact your support is making, including the number of people your generosity has helped.
It’s possible. Our goal is to be transparent and manage expectations responsibly. If the number of applicants exceeds our current capacity, we may temporarily close applications to screen them and then reopen if additional funds become available.
Applications will open in January 2026. At that point, we’ll publish the application form on our website and share it through our social media channels.
Details will be announced closer to the time.
Take the first step with Anne.
We’re here to guide and support you with inclusive, gender-affirming care built around you.