Anthony Mercurio is the Chief Development Officer of Rainbow Railroad, where he leads the organization’s global fundraising and engagement strategy to expand pathways to safety for LGBTQI+ people. With more than a decade of experience in fundraising and philanthropy, he has raised hundreds of millions of dollars for political, social justice, and humanitarian causes.

Before joining Rainbow Railroad, Anthony advised national campaigns, nonprofits, and advocacy organizations through his consultancy, specializing in major donor cultivation, strategic growth, and high-impact events. He previously served in senior fundraising roles on dozens of U.S. political campaigns, including leading Pete Buttigieg’s groundbreaking presidential fundraising effort in 2020. His previous work includes fundraising and organizing for President Obama, Hillary Clinton, Mike Bloomberg’s Everytown for Gun Safety, and dozens of barrier breaking candidates across the United States.