Deadline: 30-Apr-25
The Rainbow Railroad is accepting submissions for the Crisis Response Fund to address the critical funding gaps faced by grassroots organizations when planning and responding to crises impacting LGBTQI+ individuals and communities facing displacement.
It is supported by contributions from the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Funding Information
- Funding requests will be assessed on the project activities, impact and area of assistance. Organizations can apply for a one-time micro grant of up to CAD $15,000.
What can you apply for under the Crisis & Emergency Response Grant?
- Emergency crisis response and/or contingency planning
- Safe houses & transitional housing (rent)
- Queer-friendly temporary accommodation
- Emergency transport & cash assistance
- Medical & first aid assistance
- Mental health services (crisis counseling)
- Food & personal care supplies
- Staff costs for crisis operations (excluding long-term staff costs)
- Other essential crisis services including support to survivors of gender-based violence or abuse due to sexual orientation or gender identity
Eligibility Criteria
- Small, medium-sized grassroots organizations (registered or unregistered) and individuals are encouraged to apply.
- Long term or continued funding for projects is not available.
- They are currently accepting applications from organizations in The Americas (excluding Canada and US), West, South and Central Africa region only.
- The Fund will endeavor to expand its reach and invite applications from parts of Eastern Europe and Asia Pacific.
- The Fund is dedicated to supporting locally led initiatives and grassroots organizations working for the protection and advocacy of LGBTQI+ individuals and communities in or facing displacement.
- Priority will be given to queer-led organizations and those having a refugee and/or Internally Displaced Persons focus.
For more information, visit Rainbow Railroad.