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OUTFIT INC.

Helping you FIT in a community that stands OUT!

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WHAT IS              ?

OutFit Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation organized to serve and benefit the LGBTQIA+ community of Paducah, KY and its surrounding areas. Offering year-round support, education, and resources, our mission is to help queer individuals in our region fit in a community that stands out! 

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The dream of OutFit was born through our founder, Sam Bussey’s, lived experiences after coming out in college. What originally began as an idea to aid in the search for identity affirming clothing and care has far evolved. While we have remained true to Sam’s original goal, our work has been broader, meeting the needs of individuals in every corner of our community. 

 

Since our launch in June of 2024, we have been able to serve countless individuals. We’ve hosted multiple events, including self-defense training courses, identity affirming workshops, a resource fair, and more! Through the help of community partnerships, we’ve been able to serve folks facing hardships, filling more than 30 local Blessing Boxes (also known as Tiny Pantries) last year. However, our most successful initiative has been OutFit APPROVED — a membership program that helps identify safe, affirming businesses, organizations, and service providers in our area. A complete list of participants can be found in the OutFit APPROVED section of our website. 

 

Our hope is that, through our work, Paducah will become a safer, more welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ people and our allies. Thanks to the help of our amazing supporters, we’ve already been able to make huge strides in achieving that goal, and we are eager to see how far we will go! 

 

If you’d like a deeper dive into our story, check out our March 2025 feature by Bazooka Reloaded!

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DONATE

OutFit, Inc. is an organization that operates solely on donations from generous people such as yourself. Because we are a registered 501(c)(3) organization, your donation is 100% tax deductible. If you'd like to help us in our mission, please scan the QR code or visit the link above. Thank you for your support!

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MEET OUR TEAM

SAM BUSSEY (SHE/HER)

FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Originally born in Spokane, WA, Sam moved to Western Kentucky at a young age and was raised in Paducah, KY by her mom, Cathy. In school, Sam was a dedicated athlete, participating in soccer, track and field, cross country, and her favorite, basketball.

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After graduating from St. Mary, Sam attended Murray State University, where she received her Bachelor's in English, with a minor in Psychology. It was during her time in Murray that she came out and realized a great need for LGBTQIA+ resources and the idea for OutFit was born. However, her dream of OutFit was put on hold when she went on to attend Valparaiso University School of Law, where she obtained her Juris Doctorate. Sam returned to her hometown of Paducah in 2015, where she has served her community through the legal field since.

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While limited, Sam enjoys spending her free time on stage as her drag king persona, Trey Rawlings. As Trey, she hosts a bi-monthly, all-age drag show at a local favorite, Paducah Beer Werks. Through the shows there, she strives to continue her mission of creating a safe and inclusive environment for the community.

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MEET OUR TEAM

KORRINA DAVIDSON (SHE/HER)

ASSISTANT EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

A Paducah native, Korrina has always been passionate about the growth of the community. 

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A graduate of Lone Oak High School, Korrina has an extensive and diverse background spanning from the service industry, to real estate, to banking. Though her methods may be unconventional, she is dedicated to constantly learning and evolving. You can always count on Korrina as a wealth of knowledge for random facts.

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Korrina's passion for event planning go hand-in-hand with Sam's love for drag, as she works behind the scenes at the Paducah Beer Werks drag shows to orchestrate production. As a hard worker with a servant's heart, she enjoys staying involved with various community outreach projects. 

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As time allows, Korrina enjoys diving into the pages of a good book, spending time with Sam and their loved ones, especially their two Boston Terriers and crazy cat, and traveling to destinations near and far.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

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Once again we are teaming up with the ladies at Guardienne Solutions to bring an incredible educational opportunity to our community! After many requests, we are excited to present a Private Kentucky Concealed Carry Class! 

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The course will take place Saturday, July 26th, at First Choice Firearms in Murray, KY at 8AM. You can check out all the details and reserve your spot here. Please email guardiennesolutions@gmail.com or outfit.inc.ky@gmail.com with any questions.

SAVE THE DATE

Save the following dates and stay tuned for additional event details!

*No dates currently available*

Have an idea for an event you would like to see happen? Send us an email at outfit.inc.ky@gmail.com!

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OutFit APPROVED was designed to help identify and recognize welcoming, safe, and affirming spaces in Paducah, KY and surrounding areas. Participating businesses, service providers, and organizations have boldly declared their support for our community, and we proudly encourage our community to support them in return! You can easily spot OutFit APPROVED members by the official window cling (pictured above) displayed at their storefront or the logo featured on their website and social media platforms.

 

Know a business that should be recognized? Or want to become a program member yourself? Reach out to us at outfit.inc.ky@gmail.com

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We are proud to recognize the following businesses as OutFit APPROVED:

FOOD & BEVERAGE

  • Baked by Caryn - Visit Their Website

  • Barrel & Bond - 100 Broadway St, Paducah

  • Branch Out - 713 Kentucky Ave, Paducah

  • Donnelly Baking - Visit Their Instagram

  • Dry Ground Brewing Company - 3121 Broadway St, Paducah

  • Etcetera Coffeehouse - 320 N. 6th St, Paducah

  • freight house - Visit Their Website

  • Fresh Foodies Gourmet Catering - Visit Their Website

  • Munal's Donuts - 1703 Bridge St, Paducah

  • Paducah Beer Werks - 301 N. 4th St, Paducah

HEALTHCARE

PERSONAL CARE

ENTERTAINMENT & EXPERIENCES

PERSONAL SERVICES

RETAIL SHOPPING

  • Art Guild of Paducah - 115 Market House Sq, Paducah

  • Beehive Liquors - 3145 Park Ave, Paducah

  • Bricolage Art Collective - 107 Market House Sq, Paducah

  • Earrings by Rena - Visit Their Facebook

  • Flower+ Furbish - Visit Their Website

  • Messy Cat Creations - 119 S. 3rd St, Paducah

  • Muppin's Sewing Emporium - 117 N. 4th St, Paducah

  • Muse & Bloom - 2201 Broadway St, Suite E, Paducah

  • Pinecone Galleries & Cherrywood
    Hand Dyed Fabrics - 421 N. 7th St, Paducah

  • Rook Works - Visit Their Website

  • S&M Studios - Visit Their Website

  • Thrive Dispensary - 1551 E. 5th St, Metropolis, IL

  • Wildhair Studios' Rock Shop - 311 Broadway St, Paducah

BUSINESS SERVICES

CRISIS RESOURCES

Please don't give up.

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If you are experiencing thoughts of suicide or self-harm, please contact one of these resources.

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You are loved. You are valued. You are not alone.​

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Provided by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

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COMING SOON

Stay Tuned!

The team at OutFit is eager to serve Paducah and the surrounding area. Please stay tuned for upcoming events, fundraisers, and volunteer opportunities!

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We'll see you soon!

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