Rainbow Railroad

Rainbow Railroad provides emergency financial assistance and safe passage to LGBTQ+ people fleeing persecution in their home countries. The organization helps individuals reach safety through funding for travel, temporary shelter, legal support, and basic needs while they navigate the immigration process. Based in Toronto, Rainbow Railroad responds to urgent requests from people in dangerous situations across the globe, working with local partners to identify those most in need and providing rapid-response support. The charity recognizes that LGBTQ+ refugees often face extraordinary barriers to safety and security, and it operates with the understanding that financial constraints should never determine who gets to escape violence or discrimination. Through direct assistance and advocacy, Rainbow Railroad addresses the immediate crisis facing LGBTQ+ individuals while working toward broader systemic change.