There are plenty of ways you can take action to support our life-saving work. You can donate, fundraise for us or even create a settlement team to sponsor and support an LGBTQI+ newcomer.
Take Action
Make a Donation
Thank you for giving to Rainbow Railroad. Please consider making a recurring donation!
Partnerships
We create partnerships with businesses committed to social justice and global LGBTQI+ rights.
Fundraise
Your generosity fuels our work. Fundraising for Rainbow Railroad will help change an LGBTQI+ person’s life.
Plan a Gift
Easy ways to make a lasting impact: beneficiary on accounts, gift of life insurance, gift in will.
Other Ways To Give
Support Rainbow Railroad through donating securities, airline points and more.
Sponsor a Case
Through the Government of Canada’s Refugee Sponsorship Program, Rainbow Railroad partners with community members to bring LGBTQI+ people to Canada. Creating or joining an existing settlement team can be a rewarding and valuable way to give back.
Book a Speaker
When booking a speaker from Rainbow Railroad, please consider making a donation to our cause.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I donate in another way? (PayPal, Canada Helps, etc.)
Yes! We are available to accept one-time or monthly gifts on a number of donation platforms.
- Paypal – Canada or USA (select the country based on which tax receipt you would want)
- Canada Helps
- Charitable Impact
- Just Giving UK
- Mightycause / Give OUT Day
- Also available on platforms for workplace giving such as Benevity, Charities Aid Foundation, Cyber Grants, Your Cause and more!
- Don’t see Rainbow Railroad on a platform you’d like to use? Let us know at [email protected]
Who do I contact if I have a question or issue with my donation?
Please contact [email protected] and a staff member will get back to you.
Can I mail in a donation?
Yes. Donations can be mailed to:
Rainbow Railroad 401 Richmond St. W. Suite 360 Toronto ON M5V 3A8
Rainbow Railroad USA 424 West 54th Street New York, NY 10019
Why should I donate monthly?
Donating monthly gives Rainbow Railroad a secure and reliable source of income each month, allowing us to be able to plan ahead more strategically in our operations.
How can I change my payment information or amount for my monthly gift?
Contact [email protected] with your name, credit card number and expiry date.
How do I cancel my monthly gift?
Please contact [email protected] and a staff member will get back to you.
Are donations tax-deductible?
Yes. Donations of $25 or more to Rainbow Railroad are tax-deductible. Canadian donors will receive a Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA)-compliant receipt of donation, while American and international donors will receive one in compliance with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). To request a tax receipt for a donation under $25, please email [email protected].
Donations that are collected as a lump sum at an event are unfortunately not tax-deductible.
Can we use the Rainbow Railroad logo?
Most likely yes, but we need to hear from you first. If you’re a business looking to brand your product with the Rainbow Railroad logo and donate a portion of your sales, reach out to [email protected]. If you’re hosting an event, please reach out to us at [email protected]. Please refrain from using our logo without explicit permission.
Can my employer match my gift?
Once you have a tax receipt, you can ask your employer if they can match it.
What are the organization’s charitable registration numbers?
Rainbow Railroad USA 501(c) (3) EIN47-4896980
Canadian Charitable No. 827142530RR0001
