A number of world-famous RuPaul’s Drag Race queens are teaming up to fundraise for LGBTQ+ causes in Drag Isn’t Dangerous’ second annual charity auction.
The performers have donated rare “one-of-a-kind items and experiences” for the public to bid on, including VIP tickets to Bob the Drag Queen’s This is Wild tour, a VIP meet and greet with the DRAG: The Musical cast, and two VIP tickets to the Boulet Brothers’ Halloween Ball. There are also some incredible collector’s items available, like Symone’s wig from Drag Race Season 13, Katya’s Versace dress, Plane Jane’s studded green gown from Drag Race Season 16, and Trixie Mattel’s autographed guitar.
Since the foundation of Drag Isn’t Dangerous in 2023, the organisation has raised over $600,000 for charities supporting LGBTQ+ causes. Funds raised from this year’s auction will be divided between Black Queer Town Hall, Drag Out The Vote, and the Drag Isn’t Dangerous Foundation.
The video announcing the charity auction features several iconic RuPaul’s Drag Race queens including Bob, Katya, Monét, Salina, and Raja.
The name ‘Drag Isn’t Dangerous’ was created in response to the recent US drag bans which aim to prevent drag artists from performing in public spaces. The creators of Drag Isn’t Dangerous believe drag is “a vital source of entertainment and a constitutionally-protected form of free expression” and the funds raised will work to defend the art of drag “against bigotry, ignorance and hate in the United States.”
Last year, Drag Race royalty Trixie Mattel gave a poignant address where she spoke candidly about how unsafe it is to perform drag in some states across the US. In the speech, she offered a call to action encouraging everyone to talk openly about the impact of the legislation and to continue to support local drag performers by going to their shows and performances.
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In addition to the drag bans, Drag Isn’t Dangerous organisers are worried about the anti-trans bills being proposed and introduced across the US. Many bills are trying to prevent transgender youth from accessing vital medical care. Some states are even trying to ban gender-affirming care for adults.
Despite this, one in five LGBTQ+ people are still not registered to vote in upcoming elections. With this in mind, the Drag Excellence Auction will use a portion of the funds raised to mobilise pop-up registration events in queer spaces across the US.
Anyone who wants to support Drag Isn’t Dangerous can make a donation or place a bid on the charity auction items of their choice at DragIsntDangerous.com. Bidding is open until October 6.
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