Our HIStory

Thriving Transmen of Color is a national grassroots nonprofit organization based in Downtown Newport News, Virginia dedicated to community development, crisis intervention, mentorship, referrals, and networking opportunities for individuals facing severe deprivation. Our impact extends beyond racial and societal inequities, empowering community members to transcend their toughest circumstances and flourish.

TTMOC, led by black and brown trans people (both binary and nonbinary), offers support to individuals in need, prioritizing equity and inclusivity. We actively seek partnerships with organizations and corporations aligned with our mission of equality for the entire community. Central to our initiatives is the promotion of community volunteerism among underprivileged individuals of all backgrounds, with a commitment to providing livable wages, particularly for transgender people of color.

At our core, we believe in fostering a chain reaction of love within the community, especially among people of color. We strive to bridge divides within the People of Color TLGBQ+ community, emphasizing collective upliftment and celebrating each other's victories. By eliminating shame and promoting authenticity, we create opportunities for mutual growth and achievement.

Thriving Transmen of Color was founded to combat stigma against transgender people of color and demonstrate our community's immense potential through unity. We reject fear, trauma, and barriers that silence our members, striving to change perceptions and showcase our collective strength to the world.