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UNSEEN GUARDIANS

Together, we have the power to end human trafficking. Unseen Guardians is the first movement of its kind; businesses and their employees united to take an active stand against human trafficking and it's root causes. Through monthly contributions, Unseen Guardian businesses support a global portfolio of vetted anti-trafficking partners. 

Business leaders like us know it takes action to make a difference. Unseen Guardians gives me the opportunity to solve a problem that matters.

Ryan Goodman Partner, GooNa Capital

GUARDIAN SPOTLIGHT

Along with dozens of others, these businesses have chosen to stand against trafficking by joining Unseen Guardians. They bring their communities and teams to the complex fight against trafficking by celebrating their impact and engaging in the issues. They are led by founders and CEOs who know profits have purpose. 

Abernathey Development specializes in land acquisition, development and construction of Class A Self-Storage facilities throughout the Southwest.

“It’s an honor to be part of a community that not only gets dollars exactly where they need to go, but invites businesses to be part of the fight.” - Andrew Abernathey

Light Consulting offers both financial consulting and executive coaching for small and mid-sized businesses. Light Consulting exists to 'make business and life light' for their clients. Their team values love, intentionality, grace, and helping others. 

The Plant Supply wants people to "grow plants and grow happier". Jackie and Jordan Maahs started making plant pots in their apartment. Their craftsmanship and thoughtful details happened to make everyone happy, including the plants!

GUARDIANS MOVE US CLOSER TO A WORLD FREE from exploitation

PROVIDING SUSTAINABLE SUPPORT FOR UNSEEN

  1. Unseen founded in Fargo, ND.

    Current CEO, Than Baardson, co-founded Unseen to accelerate the fight against human trafficking and its root causes. 

  2. 35 Unseen partners impacted over 3.3 million people worldwide.

    Unseen's 35 partners in 35 countries supported millions of people affected by trafficking around the world. 83,271 vulnerable people received direct services and aftercare through Unseen partners. 

  3. $3,004,544 raised by anti-trafficking partners.

    Unseen's work with and materials created for partners was attributed to over $3,000,000 raised to support their partners; an increase of more than $2,000,000 in only two years.

  4. Unseen partners directly serve 112,169, including 6,124 trafficked survivors.

    Unseen works to remove the funding barrier by providing integrated marketing materials to its portfolio of vetted anti-trafficking partners at no cost to them. 

  5. Unseen Guardians founded to support Unseen's global fight against human trafficking.

    Originally Calling Guardians, Unseen Guardians was created by business leaders, entrepreneurs, and Unseen donors in an effort to provide sustainable revenue to expand Unseen's partner portfolio to help more people vulnerable to trafficking.

  6. Unseen's work provided a 733% ROI for Unseen Donors.

    $7,129,625 raised by partners with Unseen's products and materials. Unseen's partners directly serve 257,628 people, including 3,533 trafficked or enslaved survivors.

  7. Illegal profits from human trafficking tops $236 billion per year

    Trafficking remains in the top three criminal industries in the world. It is an infrequently prosecuted, low-risk crime. Anti-trafficking organizations must be well-networked and well-funded to combat illegal traffickers. 

  8. Unseen Guardians Publicly Launched

    Thanks to the help of generous supporters, advocates, and collaboration with Unseen, Unseen Guardians launches in April 2025 with 33 Official Guardian businesses, spanning a variety of industries.

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