Background

Destiny Rescue is an international Christian based, non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Our vision is to rescue the sexually exploited and enslaved, restore the abused, protect the vulnerable, empower the poor and be a voice for those who can’t speak up for themselves. We currently operate our various programs in five nations: Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Philippines, and India. We also have offices in three donor nations: United States, Australia and New Zealand. Since 2011, we’ve rescued over 1400 children enslaved around the world, helped keep hundreds more from entering the sex-trade through our various prevention programs, ensured justice for those that have been wronged and have raised awareness to untold numbers. And, we’ll continue to expand to help reach even more children in the days ahead! Destiny Rescue realizes that human trafficking is a big problem globally with up to 27 million men, women and children enslaved in its deadly grip today. With that said, we’re determined to respond to God’s call to set captives free worldwide. As long as children are being sold into the sex-trade, and poverty that drives at-risk children into prostitution exists, Destiny Rescue will be fully committed to fighting for their freedom, restoration and offering them a chance to dream again. The Destiny Rescue story began with Founder and International President Tony Kirwan sitting down one day with a friend pondering what they’d like to do with the rest of lives. Tony recalls, “One day I had lunch with a mate of mine and, for whatever reason, got all deep and meaningful. For me, it was a real God moment and the first time I thought I was to be hands on.” Up until this point, Tony was busy managing his own electrical contracting business in northern Queensland, Australia. He had always thought he would be a “giver”, not a “goer.” However, that day God put a seed in his heart that would grow to be something significant in the days ahead. A short time later in October of 1998, Tony and his father went on a trip to Cambodia to investigate if moving to an impoverished nation was what God was asking of him and his family. While there, Tony saw kids in the dump with open sores, swollen bellies and little or no clothing. That very night, Tony poured his heart out to God and sensed an overwhelming urge to do something. He explains, “I remember I was about to pray something like, “God have mercy on these children”, but before I could even get the words out, I felt what I really should be praying is, “God have mercy on me if I don’t do something to help these kids.” When Tony returned from his trip, he shared with his wife what God had revealed to him. And around the same time, God began nudging her to get involved and work with the vulnerable and poor, as well. Eventually, with united hearts, their young family moved to Thailand and volunteered with a mission organization. While there, they heard about a Christian man visiting Bangkok being offered children for sexual pleasure for $400 USD. Tony said, “When I heard this story, it really hit me and I knew I had to do something. It was at this point, I believe, God put the vision of Destiny Rescue in my heart.”

Mission

RESCUE THE SEXUALLY EXPLOITED AND ENSLAVED Destiny Rescue rescues children from red light districts, brothels and sexually abusive situations. RESTORE THE ABUSED Destiny Rescue provides rescued children the intensive care and love they need to recover from the traumatic effects of sexual abuse and sexual exploitation. We provide them medical help, counseling, schooling, vocational training and all daily needs required to be integrated back into society successfully. In addition, we provide a safe protective place for them to live, grow and experience the unconditional love of God – a place where they can feel valued and esteemed; a place where they can be kids again. PROTECT THE VULNERABLE Destiny Rescue offers programs that help at-risk children and families reduce their children’s chances of being sold, lured or trafficked into the sex-trade. EMPOWER THE POOR Destiny Rescue believes in empowering the poor and giving them a hand up in life, not a handout. Our philosophy and goal is to help them become self-sustaining through one of our many assistance programs. Simply put, we don’t want to create a welfare system where children and families become dependent on our organization, but rather have a chance to become profitable through hard work and common sense. BE A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS Destiny Rescue is committed to being a voice for the sexually exploited, vulnerable and poor who, in most cases, can’t speak up for themselves. We believe everyone has a right to be heard, especially those crying out for justice. Many times they are overlooked or tossed aside by society, but we are determined to be their voice – motivating and inspiring influencers to get involved and make a difference in the lives of the voiceless.