About TransHearts
We're building a community where transgender individuals in Dayton, Ohio can find connection, resources, and unwavering support.
Our Mission
Founded in 2026 by a transgender woman who recognized a critical gap in local resources, TransHearts was established to provide a dedicated anchor for the gender-diverse community of the Greater Dayton area. Our mission is to cultivate a strictly confidential, structured, and peer-led environment where transgender, non-binary, and gender-non-conforming individuals can move beyond simple socialization into intentional growth.
We believe that peer support is most effective when it is purposeful. Our meetings utilize a unique, topic-driven framework that blends lived experience with educational resources.
Our Values
These principles guide everything we do, from the events we host to the resources we share.
Safety First
We create spaces where everyone can show up as themselves without fear. Your safety—physical, emotional, and digital—is our top priority.
Community
We believe in the power of showing up for each other. No one should have to navigate their journey alone.
Authenticity
We celebrate every identity and every step of every journey. There is no right way to be trans, and there is no timeline but your own.
Accessibility
Resources should be available to everyone. We work to remove barriers and make support accessible regardless of income or circumstance.
Meet the Facilitators
Sabrina Ray (She/Her)
Founder & Lead Facilitator
Hi there! I’m Sabrina! I am Transgender Woman, and my own journey of coming out at 25 years old taught me so much about the importance of resilience, patience, and most importantly community. I was born in Darke County and grew up in a rural environment right here in the Miami Valley. Navigating my identity in a small rural town shaped my understanding of how vital connection is, especially when you feel like you're the only one. I started TransHearts because I saw a missing piece in our local community; I wanted to create a space that wasn't just about meeting up, but about moving forward together. Professionally, I work as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). While I facilitate TransHearts as a peer rather than a clinician, my professional background has given me a deep appreciation for creating safe, structured, and supportive environments where people can truly be heard. My goal is to use my professional experience and my lived journey to connect, educate, and support my community the best I can. I believe that when we have a consistent, safe place to land, we can all find the strength to thrive. I look forward to meeting you and walking this path together!
Nova Ray (She/Her)
Co-Facilitator
Hey there! My name is Nova. As Sabrina's partner, I’ve seen firsthand how vital the mission of TransHearts is for our local community, and I am so honored to be a part of this effort. I have made it my life’s mission to amplify and empower the voices of those who have been marginalized, and I believe it is essential to create safe, affirming spaces for everyone to thrive. My background is rooted in advocacy and care. I’ve had the privilege of educating at risk youth on comprehensive health, and I spent years volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) for victims of abuse and neglect. I also served as a Case Manager for OhioRISE a program dedicated to the mental and behavioral well being of Ohio’s youth. Currently, I work as a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT), helping children with autism navigate their emotions and develop daily living skills. I am also working toward my degree in Social Work. On a lighter, less professional note: my favorite food is pasta! In my free time, I love to cook, color, and crochet. I also have a deep fondness for reading and writing poetry. Last, but certainly not least, I am a mother to a precious child who is the light of my life. Thanks for reading! I am so looking forward to meeting you all and building this community together.
Be Part of Our Story
Whether you're looking for support, want to volunteer, or just want to connect with others who get it—we'd love to meet you.