A Tennessee 'dad' is making headlines for acting as a 'stand-in' parent for LGBTQ+ couples celebrating special occasions.
Blevins said he first took to TikTok to ask if anyone needed a"dad." After an overwhelming response, he founded Stand In Pride, a Facebook group created in 2021, to connect members of the LGBTQ+ community with"stand-in" family members for life events and virtual support.
"Not everyone who comes to Stand In Pride has got an event or a wedding coming up, lots of times they're just alone in the world and they're looking for someone to connect with, whether it's by text message or by phone call, just to know that somebody cares." Blevins said, at the end of the day, family are just those who are willing to show up and support you.
"I've had the privilege of having accepting parents and family," he said."So, I realize not everyone has that and I just want the LGBTQ+ community to know that they're not alone."
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