Global pop star Chappell Roan is turning her words into action with the launch of “The Midwest Princess Project,” a charitable initiative aimed at supporting trans youth and uplifting LGBTQ+ communities through funding, awareness, and advocacy.
Roan announced the project Thursday on her official social media accounts, writing, “I am so excited to announce The Midwest Princess Project, an organization we’ve launched to provide support and needed resources for trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities!”
She added that more than $400,000 had already been raised during her “Visions of Damsels & Other Dangerous Things” pop-up shows, with “every dollar possible” being donated to organizations “that need it most,” aside from minimal fees required to host and manage the project.
According to the project’s official website, The Midwest Princess Project has distributed funds to six LGBTQ+ organizations across three cities: The Center and the Ali Forney Center in New York City; the Trans Wellness Center and the TransLatin@ Coalition in Los Angeles; and The GLO Center and The Center Project in Roan’s home state of Missouri. The initiative, named after her debut album “The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess,” aims to “uplift trans youth and LGBTQ+ communities through action, care, and connection.”
Roan donated one dollar from every ticket sold during her sold-out “Visions” tour stops in New York, Los Angeles, and Kansas City, with proceeds directed to local LGBTQ+ organizations.
Them, a digital magazine focused on LGBTQ+ news and culture, noted that Roan’s announcement followed in the footsteps of fellow pop artist Sabrina Carpenter, who launched the Sabrina Carpenter Fund earlier this month. Like Roan, Carpenter incorporated philanthropy into her tour, directing a portion of ticket sales toward organizations such as the Transgender Law Center, the LGBT National Help Center, The Jed Foundation, and Best Friends Animal Society.
The Midwest Princess Project marks another milestone in Roan’s growing reputation as both an artist and advocate. After winning the Grammy Award for “Best New Artist” earlier this year, she used her acceptance speech to urge the music industry to provide artists with livable wages and affordable healthcare. Just a week later, she launched the We Got You! Fund in partnership with Backline, raising over $500,000 to support artists and touring crews with access to mental health services and essential resources.
Hilary Gleason, Executive Director of Backline, praised Roan’s efforts, stating, “To say we are grateful is an understatement. This level of visibility and support is game-changing for Backline.”
Roan’s advocacy has also earned her recognition from the Songwriters of North America (SONA), which presented her with the Warrior Award for her commitment to fair treatment and mental health in the entertainment industry.
Fans and supporters can follow the ongoing efforts of The Midwest Princess Project and make donations through its official website.
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