Protect Lifesaving LGBTQ+ Support Services at 988 Lifeline

I am writing as a concerned citizen to urge you to take immediate action to stop the planned shutdown of the LGBTQ+ specialized suicide prevention services within the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. In just 30 days, this vital lifeline could lose its federal funding, stripping LGBTQ+ youth and adults of trained, affirming counselors who understand the unique challenges they face. This decision comes at a time when suicide rates among LGBTQ+ individuals—especially trans youth—remain alarmingly high. The 988 Lifeline’s LGBTQ+ subnetwork has provided a safe, life-saving space for those who might not otherwise reach out. Cutting funding for this program sends a dangerous and heartbreaking message: that the mental health and lives of LGBTQ+ people are not a priority. I urge you to reverse this decision, protect this dedicated resource, and ensure that 988 remains inclusive and equipped to serve all who need it. Please do everything in your power to preserve this support network. Lives depend on it. Loving our neighbors means caring for them when they’re in their darkest moments.