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A new campaign trying to keep a LGBTQ+ center open
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Prism Center has been welcoming people from all walks of life since 2023.
'The Transformation Project started to primarily support transgender individuals across the state. But we realized that there was also a gap for everyone in the LGBTQ community. And we all needed a space to come in the community and be together. So we thought it would be a good idea to open a space like this,' said Morgan Peterson, an administrative assistant with the Transformation Project.
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This month the group launched the Prism Center Founders Campaign to keep the center money will also support programs, including Marty's Closet.
'Marty's Closet is an organization that helps trans people find a week's worth of clothing for free. They can come in every six months. And receive access to, free clothing. And also, access to, like, binders and shoes,' said AJ Hamer the Closet Manage for Marty's Closet.
The goal is to raise $50,000 by the end of the month, by recruiting 100 founders to raise $500 within their communities.
'Studies have shown that even just one supportive adult in a youth's life who's LGBTQ, it can save their lives and it can prevent suicide. And when you come to the center, you have dozens of people who have your back,' said Peterson.
'If we don't meet our goal, it's going to be very difficult for us to sustain this place long term,' Peterson said.
So far, the campaign has received over $16,000 of its $50,000 goal. Here is a link to donate.
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