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YouPay and MintStars announce July charity drive in support of Pineapple Support

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, is pleased to welcome YouPay and MintStars as supporters. As a key initiative for their recently announced collaboration partnership, YouPay, the professional gifting platform for professional creators, and MintStars an innovative content platform that helps creators and fans earn more with lower censorship, have initiated a charity sponsorship with Pineapple Support.

 

“Combining our collective user bases to support a charity that helps creators was our first priority when we set out to collaborate with YouPay. As brands with a shared mission to support adult content creators, it’s important to us to put our money where our mouth is” said Jessica Van Meir, Co-founder and COO of MintStars.

“Adult content creators represent a key segment for YouPay and collaborating with MintStars to support Pineapple Support is the perfect opportunity for us and our users to give back and contribute to a positive impact for the adult content creator community” said Matt Holme, Co-founder and CEO of YouPay.

Pineapple Support was founded by performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 14,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

“We’re excited and grateful to be working with YouPay and MintStars to increase awareness of the services that Pineapple Support provides adult performers as well as their commitment to supporting our services” said Tanit.

To kick-off their support, MintStars and YouPay will jointly run a fundraising campaign across their platforms through the month of July with all funds raised to be provided to Pineapple Support.

All Things Worn Joins Pineapple Support As Supporter-Level Sponsor

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, is pleased to welcome All Things Worn as a sponsor at the supporter level. The fetish community and marketplace joins over sixty adult businesses and organizations in committing funds and resources to the organization.

“By supporting Pineapple Support, All Things Worn demonstrates its unwavering commitment to the well-being of individuals in the adult industry,” says Natalia Baker, Head of Marketing at All Things Worn. “This support not only contributes to destigmatization efforts but also creates a positive impact on the community as a whole. Through this partnership, All Things Worn aims to foster a more inclusive and supportive environment, ensuring the mental health and overall welfare of those involved in the adult industry.”

Pineapple Support was founded by performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 14,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

“We are very grateful to All Things Worn for helping foster the wellbeing of the fetish community,” says Tanit. “We recognize the unique pressures and challenges faced by those in kink and fetish communities, and we will work together to ensure that they have access to services and support that meet their needs.”

To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship. Details about additional ways to support, as a company or individual, can be found on the organization’s website.

 

Willow Integra Management Joins Pineapple Support As Supporter-Level Sponsor

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, is pleased to welcome Willow Integra Management as a supporter-level sponsor. The London-based marketing and communications agency joins over seventy adult businesses and organizations in committing funds and resources to the organization.

“Willow Integra is very proud to be able to sponsor an organization such as Pineapple Support,” says Katharina Webhofer, Director of Willow Integra Management. “Mental health isn’t always given enough attention in the adult industry, despite the emotional demands placed on performers and creators. With our sponsorship, we hope to assist Pineapple Support in helping individuals in the industry, to change that narrative and increase emotional wellbeing.”

 

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 12,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

 

“I’d like to thank all the team at Willow Integra Management for their support of our organization,” says Tanit. “Willow’s generous contribution demonstrates their dedication to the health of our industry, and helps us to meet the needs of the community. I’m pleased to welcome them as sponsors.”

 

To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship. Details about additional ways to support, as a company or individual, can be found on the organization’s website https://pineapplesupport.org.

Pineapple Support Kicks Off In-House Training and Support Package for Teams with Clips4Sale

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, has launched an in-house training and support program to help team members of sponsor organizations provide better care to both creators and peers and feel supported in their roles.

 

Clips4Sale is the first platform to fully invest in Pineapple Support’s training & support initiative. The package serves to equip team members with the knowledge and resources to better handle difficult situations and empower them with confidence and communication skills.

 

The program includes training, monthly support groups, and regular team check-ins:

 

In-house training package

Pineapple Support will provide Clips4Sale with five training modules, providing the knowledge to equip the team to better address complex and sometimes critical issues, from understanding sexuality and gender identity to identifying a performer in crisis.

 

In-house support groups

As part of the program, Pineapple Support is leading a monthly, in-house, 60-minute support group tailored to the Clips4Sale team’s needs — providing members with a support network, accountability, feedback, and different strategies for tackling difficult issues.

 

In-house check-ins

These mental well-being check-ins provide proactive support to look after the team itself, creating a space to discuss any stressors and providing support for anyone struggling. Additionally, a dedicated Pineapple Support therapist is on hand to provide check-in sessions with staff members upon request.

 

“As longtime members of the fetish community, C4S understands the vital importance of education and our responsibility to models and creators,” says Avery Martin of Clips4Sale. “We’re proud to work with Pineapple Support on this educational series, and to help those working in our industry do so in a way that is safe, aware, and supported.”

 

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 10,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

 

“Our in-house training and support package is designed to take care of the health and well-being of team members, helping them feel valued and supported while creating a sense of community and team spirit,” says Tanit. “By offering Pineapple’s training initiative to their staff members, Clips4Sale is demonstrating a real commitment to its creators and workers. In an increasingly diverse industry, all platforms should be working to ensure that those on them — and those working for them — are safe and supported. I’m thankful that they’ve trusted Pineapple Support to provide this training, and I’m excited to work with them.”

 

As an incentive for participating organizations, the full training and support package could potentially reduce liability insurance costs. Pineapple Support provides certificates that clearly outline all completed courses, which may be taken into consideration during insurance renewals.

 

Other platforms, companies, or organizations that are interested in working with Pineapple Support to deploy a ready-made or bespoke training program can find more information by visiting https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsors-hub/ and should reach out to Pineapple Support directly.

 

To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/sponsorship. Details about additional ways to support or work with Pineapple can be found on the organization’s website https://pineapplesupport.org.

GridFlicks Signs On as Pineapple Support Sponsor

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Multi-view cam platform GridFlicks has joined over 60 adult businesses and organizations committing funds and resources to Pineapple Support.

“GridFlicks created an opportunity for models to earn passive income from non-paying users to alleviate financial stress and work hours,” said Linley Thompson, Director of Engagement at GridFlicks. “Once we learned Pineapple Support provides access to quality mental health services for models, supporting its mission was an easy decision to make.”

Founded in 2018 by Leya Tanit, Pineapple Support has so far connected over 10,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“I’m very grateful to GridFlicks for their support,” Tanit said. “I’m reassured by the backing of such a well-known adult brand, sending a clear and positive message to the industry that the mental health of performers is critical to the health of our industry.”

Pineapple Support is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States; click here for sponsorship details and find the group online and on Twitter.

Visit GridFlicks online.

Grooby Signs On as Pineapple Support Sponsor

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Grooby has joined over 60 adult businesses and organizations committing funds and resources to Pineapple Support.

“I am impressed with the progress Pineapple Support has made over the last few years and seeing how dedicated their staff were at the recent shows,” owner and founder Steven Grooby said. “We are very involved in mental health and welfare as a company and we’re happy to help support Pineapple to have a wider reach into all the areas of the industry.”

Founded in 2018 by Leya Tanit, Pineapple Support has so far connected over 10,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“Grooby has been an advocate for the care and support of models for years, and I’m glad to be able to work with them,” said Tanit. “Thanks to their incredibly generous support, we can not only reach more models, we can develop programs and workshops that better address the needs of transgender performers — a vital part of our community who nevertheless face stigma and discrimination even within our industry. Thank you to the Grooby team for being such a transformative force in our journey towards empowerment and well-being.”

Pineapple Support is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States; click here for sponsorship details and find the group online and on Twitter.

Visit Grooby online and on Twitter.

SextPanther Expands Sponsorship of Pineapple Support

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SextPanther has expanded its commitment to Pineapple Support by becoming a Silver Sponsor of the industry support and therapy service.

“Pineapple Support provides critical and potentially life-saving mental health services to the sex work community and we’re honored to continue to support their efforts,” said SextPanther founder and President Alex. “For the upcoming year, we’ve decided to increase our Pineapple Support sponsorship level from bronze to silver, to further invest in the health and wellbeing of our friends and peers. We are thankful to Pineapple Support for the work they do every day to ensure that SWs everywhere always have the resources available to those in need. From the bottom of our hearts, we love you.”

Founded in 2018 by Leya Tanit, Pineapple Support has so far connected over 10,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“I’m filled with gratitude for the continued support and generosity of SextPanther,” said Tanit. “SextPanther has consistently shown dedication and commitment to creator well being. The decision to increase support this year is a testament to the gains we are making together. This level of support doesn’t just sustain us, it helps us grow and be bigger than we are. Thank you to Alex and his team for making our industry a better place.”

Live-Strip Joins Pineapple Support as Sponsor

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Camming platform Live-Strip has joined the ranks of over 60 adult businesses and organizations committing funds and resources to Pineapple Support.

“As the leading adult live chat provider in the German-speaking area, we are especially aware of our responsibilities to our business partners,” said Live-Strip Managing Director Daniel Bender. “Whether it is dealing with a society that wants to marginalize the lifestyles our cam-girls have chosen for themselves or problems that customers relay to them, we know that being a cam-girl can be a stressful and very demanding job. We are very happy that we have found a reliable partner in Pineapple Support who can provide professional help before the problems become too big to handle.”

Founded in 2018 by Leya Tanit, Pineapple Support has so far connected over 10,000 adult performers and industry members to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“I’m incredibly thankful to Live-Strip for their commitment to our work globally,” said Tanit. “Their generous membership helps us to connect Pineapple Support’s services with adult performers who need it.”

Follow Pineapple Support online and on Twitter.

Find Live-Strip online.

Benefit Monkey joins Pineapple Support as Supporter-Level Sponsor

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, is pleased to welcome Benefit Monkey as a supporter-level sponsor. The ethical porn specialist joins over sixty adult businesses and organizations in committing funds and resources to the organization.

“Pineapple Support fulfills a very important mission towards every person in this industry,” says Alex ‘The Monkey,’ CEO of Benefit Monkey. “Since the partnership between Benefit Monkey and Los Huequitos began, we have joined forces to improve the production environment and make our industry a more comfortable place to work. Sponsoring Pineapple Support is a small action that each of us should commit to taking — their services are an important part of the health of this industry and of every sex worker.”

“We have joined forces to improve the production environment and make our industry a more comfortable place to work.”

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 5,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

“I’m so grateful to Benefit Monkey for their support,” says Tanit. “Thanks to donors like them, we are reaching record numbers of performers with life-saving services. Donors enable us to work every day to answer questions, provide referrals, and offer subsidized sessions to those who need it most. As an industry, it’s crucial that we come together, and I’m thrilled to have Benefit Monkey alongside us.”

To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please click here. Details about additional ways to support, as a company or individual, can be found here.

Sliquid Joins Pineapple Support As Supporter-Level Sponsor

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health nonprofit, is pleased to welcome Sliquid as a supporter-level sponsor. The natural, intimate wellness brand joins over sixty adult businesses and organizations in committing funds and resources to the organization.

“We were absolutely thrilled when Pineapple Support reached out to us about a possible sponsorship,” says Dean Elliott, Founder and CEO of Sliquid. “We are a brand that understands, and wholeheartedly supports, the talented sex workers who make this vibrant industry so special. Sliquid’s mission and core value of advocating for comprehensive sexual wellness perfectly aligns with that of Pineapple Support. With such an important, necessary, and diverse range of services to address our industry workers’ mental health, there is simply no way we could pass up the chance to be part of furthering Pineapple‘s mission.”

“Sliquid’s mission and core value of advocating for comprehensive sexual wellness perfectly aligns with that of Pineapple Support.”

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organization, a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has connected over 5,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost therapy, counseling, and emotional support.

“I’m grateful for Sliquid‘s sponsorship and support, helping us to meet the increasing demand for our services,” says Tanit. “Thanks for giving back to the adult industry and endorsing our mission to ensure every model has access to mental health services when they need it.”

To learn more about becoming a sponsor of Pineapple Support, please click here. Details about additional ways to support, as a company or individual, can be found here.