Operation Underground Railroad
Our Mission
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to shine a light worldwide on the global epidemic of child sex trafficking, and in so doing rescue more children from slavery and assist law enforcement to seek justice for those who violate children. While our focus remains on children, we assist survivors of all ages to bring them safety and healing. We place survivors on a path to recovery by partnering with vetted aftercare providers or by placing them with families.
Needs We Address
human trafficking child abuse prevention sexual abuse prevention victims services child exploitation exploitation slavery modern-day slavery trafficking Operation Underground Railroad
Phone
DBA
O.U.R. Rescue
Registered Country
United States
EIN
46-3614979
NTEE Category
I72 - Child Abuse Prevention ? Organizations that deal specifically with the prevention of child abuse including incest through educational interventions which may focus on children of various ages, parents, people who work with families and/or the community at large.
I73 - Sexual Abuse Prevention ? Organizations that deal specifically with the prevention of sexual assault (for adults and children).
P62 - Victims Services ? Organizations that provide supportive services for crime victims which may include crisis counseling, medical services, escort services, transportation, child care, financial assistance, protective services, information about the mechanics of court proceedings, assistance with forms to file for reimbursement of crime-related expenses or losses, and/or advice and guidance concerning court appearances.
Name
Emily Evans
Phone
+1 8188506146
Title
Chief Communications Officer
emily@ourrescue.org
Countries We Work In
About the communities we work in
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to rescue children from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation and ensure survivors receive the care they need. In the United States, O.U.R. Aftercare connects survivors with resources such as medical care, mental health services, vocational training, college scholarships and other services. Domestically, O.U.R. does not conduct or participate in investigations, operations or enforcement action, but rather supports law enforcement agencies and offers resources to assist them in their efforts against human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
Around the world, the O.U.R. Ops Team develops relationships with foreign governments and assists their law enforcement agencies to develop intelligence and execute operations and rescue efforts. Once victims are identified and rescued, O.U.R. Aftercare connects them with vetted, in-country aftercare centers. Our team continues to provide follow-up care for these survivors and supports the aftercare homes in their efforts to provide quality aftercare services.
Our Mission
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to shine a light worldwide on the global epidemic of child sex trafficking, and in so doing rescue more children from slavery and assist law enforcement to seek justice for those who violate children. While our focus remains on children, we assist survivors of all ages to bring them safety and healing. We place survivors on a path to recovery by partnering with vetted aftercare providers or by placing them with families.
DBA
O.U.R. Rescue
Needs We Address
human trafficking child abuse prevention sexual abuse prevention victims services child exploitation exploitation slavery modern-day slavery trafficking Operation Underground Railroad
Phone
Registered Country
United States
EIN
46-3614979
NTEE Category
I72 - Child Abuse Prevention ? Organizations that deal specifically with the prevention of child abuse including incest through educational interventions which may focus on children of various ages, parents, people who work with families and/or the community at large.
I73 - Sexual Abuse Prevention ? Organizations that deal specifically with the prevention of sexual assault (for adults and children).
P62 - Victims Services ? Organizations that provide supportive services for crime victims which may include crisis counseling, medical services, escort services, transportation, child care, financial assistance, protective services, information about the mechanics of court proceedings, assistance with forms to file for reimbursement of crime-related expenses or losses, and/or advice and guidance concerning court appearances.
Name
Emily Evans
Phone
+1 8188506146
Title
Chief Communications Officer
emily@ourrescue.org
Countries We Work In
About the communities we work in
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to rescue children from sex trafficking and sexual exploitation and ensure survivors receive the care they need. In the United States, O.U.R. Aftercare connects survivors with resources such as medical care, mental health services, vocational training, college scholarships and other services. Domestically, O.U.R. does not conduct or participate in investigations, operations or enforcement action, but rather supports law enforcement agencies and offers resources to assist them in their efforts against human trafficking and sexual exploitation. Around the world, the O.U.R. Ops Team develops relationships with foreign governments and assists their law enforcement agencies to develop intelligence and execute operations and rescue efforts. Once victims are identified and rescued, O.U.R. Aftercare connects them with vetted, in-country aftercare centers. Our team continues to provide follow-up care for these survivors and supports the aftercare homes in their efforts to provide quality aftercare services.
Mission
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to shine a light worldwide on the global epidemic of child sex trafficking, and in so doing rescue more children from slavery and assist law enforcement to seek justice for those who violate children. While our focus remains on children, we assist survivors of all ages to bring them safety and healing. We place survivors on a path to recovery by partnering with vetted aftercare providers or by placing them with families.
Vision
We envision a world where no man, woman, or child is ever exploited.
Short-term Goals
With our recent addition of four new Regional Operations Directors, our goal is to continue to expand our operations and teams abroad to bring freedom to more victims of human trafficking and exploitation. We are also working towards increasing our person-centered services for survivors all over the world.
Long-term Goals
Our long term goal is to continue to solidify the collaborations we have already established, and continue to expand into new countries.
Value Statement
To bring freedom and healing to survivors of human trafficking and exploitation through direct intervention, person-centered aftercare, and prevention.
Elevator Speech
We exist to rescue children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation.
We work with law enforcement, NGOs, and aftercare organizations to bring freedom and healing to victims of this crime.
Join the fight with us to bring an end to modern-day slavery.
Learn more at ourrescue.org
Brad Damon Chief Executive Officer since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Alessandra Serano Chief Legal Operations, International Operations since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
Jessica Mass VP of O.U.R. Aftercare since 2015 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
Matt Osborne Director of International Operations since 2014 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
Simon Brewer Chief Financial Officer since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
JC Holt Director of Domestic Law Enforcement Relations since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
Emily Evans Chief Communications Officer since 2015 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146 LinkedIn Profile
Nate Lewis VP of Development since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Craig Anderson Board Member since 2021 info@ourrescue.org Active Monthly
Total Volunteers
300
Website
Yearly Volunteer Hours
17008
Written Plan
Structured Program
Yes
Waiver
Nonprofits
None
Community Groups, Coalitions, Collaboratives
None
Corporations
None
Mission
Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) exists to shine a light worldwide on the global epidemic of child sex trafficking, and in so doing rescue more children from slavery and assist law enforcement to seek justice for those who violate children. While our focus remains on children, we assist survivors of all ages to bring them safety and healing. We place survivors on a path to recovery by partnering with vetted aftercare providers or by placing them with families.
Vision
We envision a world where no man, woman, or child is ever exploited.
Value Statement
To bring freedom and healing to survivors of human trafficking and exploitation through direct intervention, person-centered aftercare, and prevention.
Short-term Goals
With our recent addition of four new Regional Operations Directors, our goal is to continue to expand our operations and teams abroad to bring freedom to more victims of human trafficking and exploitation. We are also working towards increasing our person-centered services for survivors all over the world.
Long-term Goals
Our long term goal is to continue to solidify the collaborations we have already established, and continue to expand into new countries.
Elevator Speech
We exist to rescue children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. We work with law enforcement, NGOs, and aftercare organizations to bring freedom and healing to victims of this crime. Join the fight with us to bring an end to modern-day slavery. Learn more at ourrescue.org
Brad Damon Chief Executive Officer since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Alessandra Serano Chief Legal Operations, International Operations since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Jessica Mass VP of O.U.R. Aftercare since 2015 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Matt Osborne Director of International Operations since 2014 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Simon Brewer Chief Financial Officer since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
JC Holt Director of Domestic Law Enforcement Relations since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Emily Evans Chief Communications Officer since 2015 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Nate Lewis VP of Development since 2021 info@ourrescue.org +1 (818) 850-6146
Craig Anderson Board Member since 2021 info@ourrescue.org Active Monthly
Total Volunteers
300
Yearly Volunteer Hours
17008
Structured Program
Yes
Website
Written Plan
Waiver
Nonprofits
None
Community Groups,
Coalitions,
Collaboratives
None
Corporations
None
Revenue
$50,217,642
Expenses
$14,162,072
Funds Spent on Salaries
$2,333,368
Full-Time Employees
26
Part-Time Employees
42
1-Year Financial Goals
Build scale to bring freedom to more victims of human trafficking.
5-Year Financial Goals
We want to reach a point where 100% of donations can be spent on the mission.
Top 5 Funders in Past Year
Anonymous
Facebook Fundraisers
Greater Horizons
Individual Donor
Individual Donor
Top Funding Sources in Past Year
Small donations
Large donors
Volunteer Program
Grants
Website (online donations)
Fundraisers (online)
Fundraisers (in person)
Corporations
Revenue
$50,217,642
Expenses
$14,162,072
Funds Spent on Salaries
$2,333,368
Full-Time Employees
26
Part-Time Employees
42
1-Year Financial Goals
Build scale to bring freedom to more victims of human trafficking.
5-Year Financial Goals
We want to reach a point where 100% of donations can be spent on the mission.
Top 5 Funders in Past Year
Anonymous
Facebook Fundraisers
Greater Horizons
Individual Donor
Individual Donor
Top Funding Sources in Past Year
Small donations
Large donors
Volunteer Program
Grants
Website online donations
Fundraisers online
Fundraisers in person
Corporations
Successes
Survivors were empowered to dream in over 30 countries. 800+ traffickers and predators were stopped. 17 new ESD K9s were placed across the United States. 191 adoptions were funded by Children Need Families (a project of O.U.R.).
Funders
J. Willard & Alice Marriott Foundation- Sponsor of our Annual Gala
Challenges
COVID-19 has presented challenges with lockdowns and differing protocols in various countries. We are continuing to communicate with partners and survivors to do our best to navigate restrictions.
Partnerships
In the United States, O.U.R. develops relationships with law enforcement agencies and offers resources to assist them in their efforts against human trafficking and sexual exploitation. These resources commonly include support vehicles, forensics equipment, and electronic detection service K9s. We fund specialized training for law enforcement officers specific to human trafficking and child exploitation. O.U.R. does not conduct or participate in investigations, operations, or enforcement action in the United States. This important work is conducted by dedicated men and women in law enforcement. O.U.R. also collaborates with other organizations in the U.S. to bring awareness to the cause and educate everyday citizens on the signs and risk factors associated with human trafficking and exploitation. The O.U.R. Ops Team consists of highly experienced and extensively trained former law enforcement personnel, intelligence experts, U.S. diplomats, and military officers. Our goal is to develop long-term relationships with foreign governments and their law enforcement agencies responsible for combatting human trafficking and child sexual exploitation. We support these agencies by developing intelligence, cultivating sources, and by infiltrating criminal human trafficking networks under appropriate laws and procedures with the goal of identifying their leadership and methods of operation.
Successes
Survivors were empowered to dream in over 30 countries. 800+ traffickers and predators were stopped. 17 new ESD K9s were placed across the United States. 191 adoptions were funded by Children Need Families (a project of O.U.R.).
Challenges
COVID-19 has presented challenges with lockdowns and differing protocols in various countries. We are continuing to communicate with partners and survivors to do our best to navigate restrictions.
Partnerships
In the United States, O.U.R. develops relationships with law enforcement agencies and offers resources to assist them in their efforts against human trafficking and sexual exploitation. These resources commonly include support vehicles, forensics equipment, and electronic detection service K9s. We fund specialized training for law enforcement officers specific to human trafficking and child exploitation. O.U.R. does not conduct or participate in investigations, operations, or enforcement action in the United States. This important work is conducted by dedicated men and women in law enforcement. O.U.R. also collaborates with other organizations in the U.S. to bring awareness to the cause and educate everyday citizens on the signs and risk factors associated with human trafficking and exploitation. The O.U.R. Ops Team consists of highly experienced and extensively trained former law enforcement personnel, intelligence experts, U.S. diplomats, and military officers. Our goal is to develop long-term relationships with foreign governments and their law enforcement agencies responsible for combatting human trafficking and child sexual exploitation. We support these agencies by developing intelligence, cultivating sources, and by infiltrating criminal human trafficking networks under appropriate laws and procedures with the goal of identifying their leadership and methods of operation.
Funders
J. Willard & Alice Marriott Foundation- Sponsor of our Annual Gala
Collaboration
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