
Michelle Blumenau's Fundraiser

Stride with Me to Support LGBTQ+ Youth This Pride
Local Drag King Virgil Ciel Needs YOUR Help to Raise Money for LGBTQ+ Youth
Hello! My name is Virgil Ciel, a local Detroit Drag King and your current reigning Ms.ter Gigi’s 2025-26.
As a part of my reign, I’m raising funds for Ruth Ellis Center. They are an organization I have always cared deeply about, and I support their mission in protecting our LGBTQ+ youth—especially those who are school-aged—who are facing increased threats to their safety, well-being, and dignity.
Ruth Ellis Center provides stable housing, affirming health care, and holistic support that help LGBTQ+ young people thrive—not just survive.
Every dollar raised helps fund the kind of care that changes lives: from safe housing and food access to therapy, connection, and belonging.
Let’s make sure Pride doesn’t end with parades—it continues with real support.
Please give if you can, and consider sharing my fundraiser to help me reach my goal!