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LGBTQ+ individuals face additional stress from discrimination, yet no known programs address both relationship and financial stress for LGBTQ+ people. We pilot\u2010tested the adaptation of TOGETHER, an evidence\u2010based relationship and financial education program, for LGBTQ+ people in relationships by assessing its acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility using mixed methods. We collected quantitative data on program satisfaction and usefulness through surveys completed anonymously by 31 participants and qualitative data through three focus groups with program participants (\n                    <jats:italic>N<\/jats:italic>\n                    \u2009=\u200912) and one focus group and six interviews with program staff (three case managers and 6 facilitators). Findings supported the adaptation's acceptability, appropriateness, and feasibility. 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