With the continued legislative attacks against LGBTQ rights, many queer people in Texas are looking to relocate out of the state.

Families are concerned about being investigated by CPS for supporting their child’s identity.

For transgender youth, especially, schools are becoming an increasingly hostile place, as trans students are barred from using the bathroom and joining a sports team that aligns with their identity.

Health care providers are afraid to offer gender affirming care as they can face repercussions from the government.

Texas legislators have also been pushing so-called “bounty laws” that encourage citizens to report on their trans neighbors for using a public bathroom or teachers using inclusive curriculum. This vigilante mindset is dangerous and puts LGBTQ people at risk anywhere in public, advocates warn.

While federal policies also seek to restrict the rights of LGBTQ people, there are certain states with more protections in place. Colorado is one such place, as the Centennial State has nondiscrimination protections, a statewide ban on conversion therapy and shield laws protecting access to transgender health care. The Trans Continental Pipeline is one organization offering support for LGBTQ individuals looking to escape unsafe environments and relocate to Colorado.

Rainbow Railroad is another organization that helps LGBTQ people relocate across the world. Director of Protection Initiatives Swathi Sekhar reported that they saw a huge increase in requests for help from individuals in the United States after Trump’s re-election. It can be difficult to seek asylum in another country, and such a move can require a large financial investment. So for many, such a move is not possible.

One way to show communal support during this time is through donating. Brian Hill, the communications manager at GoFundMe focuses on amplifying fundraisers supporting the LGBTQ+ community. He said, “A number of LGBTQ+ individuals and families in Texas are urgently seeking support to escape what they describe as an increasingly hostile environment due to political and social hostility.”

Below are some specific GoFundMe campaigns supporting queer people looking to leave Texas that have not yet reached their goal.