Learn More About Rainbow Railroad

About Rainbow Railroad

Rainbow Railroad is a global not-for-profit organization that helps at-risk LGBTQI+ people get to safety worldwide. Based in the United States and Canada, we’re an organization that helps LGBTQI+ people facing persecution based on their sexual orientation, gender identity and sex characteristics. In a time when there are more displaced people than ever, LGBTQI+ people are uniquely vulnerable due to systemic, state-enabled homophobia and transphobia. These factors either displace them in their own country or prevent them from escaping harm.

As a result of Rainbow Railroad, more LGBTQI+ individuals can access lives free from persecution, and ultimately, we envision a world where LGBTQI+ people can live lives of their choosing, free from persecution.

Since our founding, we’ve helped over 19,000 LGBTQI+ individuals find safety through emergency relocation, crisis response, cash assistance, and other forms of assistance.

To learn more about how we work, visit our Programs Page.

LGBTQI+ Rights Worldwide

In more than 60 countries around the world, same-sex intimacy is criminalized. Globally, LGBTQI+ face persecution and violence simply because of who they are and who they love.

Learn more about the issues facing LGBTQI+ people around the world, and hear from the people and organizations we have supported. 

Amplifying LGBTQI+ Voices

We advocate for the rights of LGBTQI+ people who have been forcibly displaced, building awareness by queering the system. Our story has received international media attention.

Explore media coverage about our work.

Support LGBTQI+ Refugees Today

Rainbow Railroad is both a registered 501(c)(3) in the USA & a registered Canadian charity.

You can support Rainbow Railroad’s vital work by donating today.