17th & Granville Press Kit

17th & Granville is a Black-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, nonbinary-led lifestyle and streetwear brand creating gender-neutral clothing rooted in community, comfort, and self-expression.

The brand creates apparel for people who have never fit neatly into one box, with collections that move between everyday wear, statement pieces, Pride, community storytelling, and cultural expression.

Beyond product, 17th & Granville shows up through retail partnerships, fashion shows, community events, philanthropic giving, sponsorships, and collaborations with organizations serving Black and LGBTQ+ communities.

For Those That Are Out There.

Team

  • Anissa "Donny" Truitt

    Founder/Owner

    Anissa “Donny” Truitt is the founder of 17th & Granville, a Black-owned, LGBTQ+-owned, nonbinary-led lifestyle and streetwear brand creating gender-neutral clothing rooted in community, comfort, and self-expression. Drawing from lived experience navigating fashion outside traditional gender expectations, Donny built 17th & Granville to create clothing that feels intentional, wearable, and easy to make your own. The brand has grown through retail partnerships, community activations, fashion shows, cultural collaborations, and partnerships with organizations including RUSH University Medical Center. Donny’s work centers on creating space for Black, brown, and LGBTQ+ communities while building a brand that reaches beyond any one identity or moment. For Those That Are Out There. Learn more about Donny’s speaking, strategy, and professional work at anissatruitt.com.

  • Torrey "Deuce" Rogers II

    Contracted Digital Marketing & Creative Direction

    Deuce supports 17th & Granville across digital marketing, brand storytelling, and creative direction. Their work helps shape how the brand shows up across campaigns, content, visual storytelling, and community-facing moments while keeping the voice and identity of 17th & Granville consistent.

Partners

  • RUSH University Medical Center

    Philanthropic & Community Partnership

    17th & Granville partners with RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago to support the Dignity Cart initiative through product donations and ongoing community support. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to dignity, affirming care, and creating practical support for LGBTQ+ patients and community members.

  • Makers of Maryland

    Retail Partnership

    17th & Granville is stocked at Makers of Maryland, expanding the brand’s in-person retail presence and giving customers another way to shop select pieces beyond events and online.

  • Montgomery County Pride

    Community & Event Partnership

    17th & Granville has partnered with Montgomery County Pride through community events and marketplace activations, creating space to connect with LGBTQ+ customers, support local Pride programming, and show up in community beyond the product itself.

  • Thriving Trans Men of Color (TTMOC)

    Philanthropy & Sponsorship

    17th & Granville supports Thriving Trans Men of Color through philanthropic giving and sponsorship, including a portion of proceeds from the UNSHAKEN Hoodie and support for community programming and events. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to visibility, connection, and resources for Black and brown transmasculine communities.

  • Queer Talk DC

    Sponsorship

    17th & Granville sponsored Queer Talk DC’s DMV Dyke Camp, a sapphic-centered weekend focused on community, connection, and rest. The sponsorship included curated branded swag bags with notebooks, pens, and 17th & Granville sapphic bandanas for attendees.

  • Gallaudet University’s Rainbow Society

    Sponsorship

    17th & Granville sponsored Gallaudet University’s Rainbow Society for Queer Prom Rodeo 2025 through a product donation of signature bandanas and socks for the event raffle. The annual Queer Prom provides an affirming space for LGBTQ+ students and allies to gather and celebrate identity and self-expression.

  • University of Vermont Prism Center

    Sponsorship

    17th & Granville sponsored the University of Vermont Prism Center’s March 19 Clothing Swap through a donation of brand-new clothing. The event gave LGBTQ+ students and community members access to clothing in an affirming space centered on style, identity, and gender expression.

Images

Videos

Press Releases

June 13, 2026

17th & Granville Takes the Runway at the First Annapolis Pride Fashion Show

17th & Granville took part in the first Annapolis Pride Fashion Show on June 12, 2026, joining local designers and shop owners for an evening...

May 13, 2026

Maryland LGBTQ+ Clothing Brand 17th & Granville Launches “We Show Up” Pride 2026 Collection

17th & Granville, a Black-owned, LGBTQ+-owned and nonbinary-led gender-neutral streetwear brand, has launched its 2026 Pride collection, We Show...

January 26, 2026

17th & Granville Continues Partnership with Thriving Trans Men of Color

17th & Granville continues its partnership with Thriving Trans Men of Color, a relationship that began in 2023 and has grown through philanthropic...

January 17, 2026

17th & Granville Expands Retail Presence with Makers of Maryland

17th & Granville expanded its retail presence at Makers of Maryland in January 2026, building on a relationship that began in 2025. The expanded...

December 09, 2025

17th & Granville Partners with RUSH University Medical Center to Support the Dignity Cart

17th & Granville has partnered with RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago to support the launch of the Dignity Cart, an initiative created to...

May 03, 2025

17th & Granville Launches Subtle & Powerful Pride 2025 Collection Celebrating LGBTQ+ Communities

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 17th & Granville Launches Subtle & Powerful Pride 2025 Collection Celebrating LGBTQ+ Communities Waldorf, MD — May 2025 — In...

April 11, 2025

17th & Granville Celebrates Women's History Month with Feature in SHE:DC by Shop Made DC

Washington, D.C. - March 2025 - 17th & Granville is proud to have been featured in SHE:DC, Shop Made DC's annual celebration spotlighting women and...

Contact

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