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Local business community raises $24,000 to rescue children from trafficking

Destiny Rescue

The 2025 Loanright Legacy Lunch has raised more than $24,000 to support Destiny Rescue’s life-saving work, funding critical rescue missions and aftercare services for children trapped in human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Held at Altitude Nine in Maroochydore, the sold-out event saw more than 150 Sunshine Coast professionals come together for an inspiring afternoon of purpose, generosity, and community action. 

Loanright co-founder Luke Meisenhelter said the overwhelming support was a powerful reminder of what the local business community can achieve when united by purpose.

“We couldn’t be more grateful to everyone who showed up, sponsored, or donated,” Luke said. “This event was driven by purpose, and the outstanding result proves what’s possible when people unite to create real change for children who need it most.”

For Destiny Rescue, which was founded on the Sunshine Coast and now operates across more than 10 countries, the funds will directly support rescue missions and vital aftercare programs that help children stay free.

Destiny Rescue Chief Operations Officer Geoff Harrison said events like the Legacy Lunch play a key role in extending Destiny Rescue’s impact, especially as the demand for rescue grows globally.

“It’s incredibly moving to see so many people here on the Sunshine Coast rally together for this cause,” Geoff said. “Every dollar raised fuels our mission, bringing hope, freedom, and opportunity to children who deserve safety, opportunity and a brighter future.”

The Legacy Lunch was proudly sponsored by Billy J, Harcourts Community, AUSMAR, Moes Media, Poole Group, Worrells and Commonwealth Bank. The event marked its second year, and with growing momentum, organisers hope to surpass this year’s total in 2026.

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About Destiny Rescue:

Destiny Rescue is a global nonprofit organisation, founded on the Sunshine Coast, that is dedicated to rescuing children from sexual exploitation and human trafficking and helping them stay free. With operations across Southeast Asia, Africa, Latin America and support offices in Australia, the U.S., the UK and New Zealand. Destiny Rescue has rescued more than 20,000 individuals since 2001, including 1,876 children in 2024 alone. 

For more information: https://www.destinyrescue.org.au/ 

Contact details:

Ellen Hill
[email protected] | 0424 791 904