Gender Affirming Gear Exchange

About the

Gender Affirming Gear Exchange

Founded in July 2025 and inspired by community members, the Gender Affirming Gear Exchange at Out on the Shelf provides free, accessible gender-affirming gear to trans and gender-diverse community members in Guelph and Wellington County

The program began entirely through community donations, and while we currently receive funding from *AlectraCARES and the Rotary Club of Guelph Trillium, community contributions remain a primary source.

If you have gender-affirming gear you no longer need, you can drop it off, and if you need gear, you can take what you need. No questions asked.

Donated items not only support access for trans and gender-diverse community members but also help reduce waste by giving gear a second life.

The exchange includes but is not limited to items such as:
Binders
Shapewear
Breast forms
Tape
Packers
Gaffs
Tucking garments

To donate items or learn more about the program, DM us on Instagram or email tp-education@outontheshelf.com.

We are grateful to the community member whose vision inspired this program and helped make it a reality. Your generosity and support allow us to continue building safe, affirming, and inclusive spaces for queer and trans people of all ages.

*Read the details below!

Where to Access:

Gear is available during any on-site program or during our regular library hours at Out on the Shelf, 42 Carden Street, Guelph. For current library hours, visit our Library Page
*If you need accessibility accommodations please email info@outontheshelf.com

Personal Purchase Application

If you are an individual looking for something currently not in stock you can apply for us to purchase the item HERE

Partner Organization Application

If you are *youth-serving organization and you need Gender Affirming Gear you can apply to be supplied with free gear to support your clients HERE

Looking for something not in stock?

Expansion Announcement!

Thanks to funding from AlectraCARES and the Rotary Club of Guelph, the program has been expanded! If we don’t have an item in stock individuals are available to apply for an item to be purchased as well as *youth-serving organizations can apply to request gear for the clients they support

Personal Application: https://forms.gle/Co5SMDkhpn5znatZ6
Partner Organization Application: https://forms.gle/CzJ73zZt1RbQFUqa6

*Youth-serving organizations include organizations serving individuals aged 15 – 29. Priority will be given to organizations assisting youth in Wellington County.

What’s in the Exchange:

Scroll through the images to see what we currently have in the exchange. You can find the exchange basket on a bottom shelf in the library at 42 Carden St. Guelph, Second Floor.

Looking for more financial support for Gender Affirming Care?

Check out the Marely Legacy Project Fund, a micro grant to support individuals seeking Gender Affirming Care.

Click Here

We Need your support

Want to Donate Financially to Support Gender Affirming Care?

You can donate to us through Canada Helps, if you would like your funds to go to a specific area please select from the drop down section or email a message to finance@outontheshelf.com.

If you are interested in a larger donation to include branding or ongoing financial support please email info@outontheshelf.com

Canada Helps Donation

Safety and Use for Gender Affirming Gear

Please find links to information below around use and safety of of various Gender Affirming Gear. Please always prioritize your health and safety and consult medical professionals as needed.