Medical emergencies can't wait

Freedom Spectrum of East Africa (FSEA) is a grassroots human rights organization supporting LGBTQI+ refugees and asylum seekers across East Africa. Many community members face serious barriers to healthcare, including poverty, discrimination, and reduced access to services as humanitarian support in some areas has decreased or shut down. Hospitals often require payment before treatment begins, and delays in care can quickly become life-threatening. In urgent cases, even partial payment may be needed to start treatment.

Current urgent medical needs

New! Urgent treatment for two South Sudan community members — $500

On June 30 we learned that two new community members are seriously ill with typhoid and/or malaria and need treatment, currently estimated at $500.

Urgent surgery for a community member — $2,000

Since April 2026 a community member has been waiting for funds for an urgently needed surgery estimated at $1,500, plus approximately $500 for follow-up care and recovery support. She is in a lot of pain. She's also among the first members of the community registered for resettlement to a safer country if we can get her through this.

We did it! Unpaid medical debt with threat of arrest — $500

We did it! From June 25 - 27, 2026 we raised $500 to clear medical bills for two community member in South Sudan. The hospital was threatening to turn the debt over to the police and had detained someone in the hospital. Thanks to our supporters and volunteers, the bills are paid and they are free.

Please note

All funds raised from this campaign will be used to support grassroots aid programs for LGBTQIA+ refugees in East Africa. While we intend to use campaign funds as described above, our team of community leaders in East Africa are the ultimate decision-makers for program spending and may redirect funds to other aid programs (e.g., food, shelter, or other essentials) as the situation evolves.
Freedom Spectrum of East Africa (FSEA) is a Pennsylvania-incorporated nonprofit organization, but doesn't yet have US federal 501(c)(3) status yet. Donations aren't tax deductible at this time.

Urgent Medical Care for LGBTQIA+ Refugees in East Africa

Help provide urgent medical care for LGBTQIA+ refugees in East Africa

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