The Dock Ellis Foundation, through its unwavering commitment and dedicated efforts, shines as a pillar of optimism. The Dock Ellis Foundation actively engages in tackling pivotal concerns that affect minority groups. By fostering an environment of support and understanding, the Dock Ellis Foundation empowers individuals and nurtures community growth. Our initiatives is tailored to address the unique challenges faced by communities, striving to create a more equitable and just society.

Tackling Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence:

• Like a Lighthouse in a Storm: The Dock Ellis Foundation pierces through the darkness of human trafficking and domestic violence, offering a safe harbor for victims who have been reported missing and located. Our commitment is unwavering, providing a lifeline to victims who often suffer in silence. Safe House locations are currently limited to certain states and based off current funding availability.
• Education: We wield education as a powerful weapon against exploitation. By raising awareness, we empower individuals to recognize the signs, protect themselves, and advocate for others.
• Resource Provision: Victims receive comprehensive support, including access to counseling, legal guidance, and emergency services. We bridge gaps, ensuring no one faces these challenges alone.
• Legal Advocacy: Our legal experts stand by victims, advocating for their rights, safety, and justice. We navigate complex systems, seeking redress and accountability.
• Empowerment: We lift victims from the abyss of exploitation, restoring their dignity and providing pathways to healing and resilience.

Program Requirements for Assistance:

• Missing Persons Support: Families whose loved ones have been reported missing can turn to us. We assist in locating missing individuals, offering emotional support and practical resources.
• Domestic Violence Guidance: If your loved one has been reported missing due to domestic violence, find refuge with us. No matter the circumstances, we provide safety planning, counseling, and advocacy.
• Sex Trafficking Relocation Assistance: Victims who have been reported missing and fleeing receive relocation support, helping them escape dangerous situations and rebuild their lives. 

Building Stronger Communities Through Partnerships and Education:

• We don’t stand alone. Collaborating with like-minded entities, we amplify our impact. Together, we weave resilience into society’s fabric, fostering unity and strength.
• Our mission: Empowering and Bringing Home Missing, Murdered, and Marginalized Minority Persons—because every life matters.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, reach out to us. We are the ONLY minority crisis phone support program offering national-level support, staffed by trained specialists with firsthand experience in mental health, substance use, missing persons, domestic violence, and sex trafficking12. Remember, you are not alone—we’re here to bring light to the darkest corners. 

DID YOU KNOW?

546,000

More than 546,000 people were reported missing in 2022.

138,320

Total number of missing persons of color under the age of 18(includes African-American, Asian, & Indian)

MISSING MINORITIES

A LOOK AT DISPARITIES IN MISSING PERSONS CASES

59%
​WHITE (INCLUDES HISPANIC)

39%
​MINORITY

More than 546,000 people were reported missing in 2022.

NEARLY 40 PERCENT OF MISSING PERSONS ARE PERSONS OF COLOR, YET AFRICAN-AMERICANS MAKE UP ONLY 13 PERCENT OF THE POPULATION.

Data sourced from the Black and Missing Foundation show that 49% of missing people are female while 51% are male.

Uncovering Disparities in Missing Persons Cases.pptx by Jasmine Ellis