San Francisco launched a guaranteed income program to assist financial security for transgender residents.
San Francisco Mayor London breed announced Wednesday that the program will pay low-income transgender residents up to $1200 per month for up 18 months.
London Breed, San Francisco Mayor, speaks at a briefing held outside City Hall in San Francisco on December 1, 2021. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)
G.I.F.T. is the program that guarantees income for transgender people. As a way of combating poverty, the program, Guaranteed Income for Transgender People (G.I.F.T.) will provide ” economically marginalized people with unrestricted monthly guaranteed income.”
According to the website, the program will prioritize these demographics for enrollment.
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This program is one of many city programs that support San Francisco residents. It will provide support for 55 people. According to the outlet, participants will receive gender-affirming mental and medical care.
Breed stated in a statement that “Our Guaranteed Income Programs enable us to help residents when they most need it as part of our city’s economic recovery” and his commitment to making the city a better place for all. We know that trans communities have higher rates of poverty and discrimination. This program will help individuals in these communities.
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Deadline for applications: December 15, 2022
