FLORIDA HUMAN TRAFFICKING VICTIMS FUND

IDENTIFY. RESCUE. STABILIZE.

Supporting Law Enforcement Efforts to Fight Human Trafficking in Florida

The Florida Human Trafficking Victims Fund is one of the first statewide public-private partnerships in the nation dedicated to fighting human trafficking. Funded by private donations, it was established to support law enforcement efforts in identifying, rescuing, and stabilizing victims of human trafficking across Florida.

To ensure these funds have the greatest impact, the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) created the FSA Human Trafficking Committee, which oversees the distribution of financial awards to support law enforcement efforts statewide.

Your Support Makes a Statewide Impact

Survivors Aided

Operations Supported

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Stabilization Funding Used for Victim Care

Statistics updated 08/31/25

Survivor Stories

“As a survivor of human trafficking, I know firsthand how critical it is that victims have immediate access to safe housing, food, toiletries, and transportation when they are recovered—because meeting those basic needs is the first step toward healing and rebuilding.”

– Savannah Parvu, Survivor Leader

OUR MISSION

The Florida Human Trafficking Victims Fund is a privately created fund established to support law enforcement efforts to identify, rescue and stabilize victims of human trafficking in Florida. The Fund is administered through the Florida Sheriffs Association.

Award distributions are determined by the Florida Sherrif’s Association Human Trafficking Committee.

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Sheriff Chad Chronister, Chair of the Florida Sheriffs Association Human Trafficking Committee, emphasized the power of public-private partnerships in combating human trafficking:

“By working together private citizens, foundations, and law enforcement—we are creating a powerful force to combat human trafficking. Together, we can rescue victims and provide them with the tools they need to heal and start a new chapter in their lives,” said Sheriff Chronister. “The Florida Human Trafficking Victims Fund is more than a resource; it’s a lifeline for victims. Our mission is clear: to safeguard Florida’s most vulnerable and hold perpetrators accountable.”

Under the guidance of Sheriff Chad Chronister and his esteemed colleagues, Sheriff Michelle Cook and Sheriff Rick Ramsey, the Florida Sheriffs Association has established the FSA Human Trafficking Committee. Comprised of exemplary sheriffs, this committee represents incredible leadership in crime-fighting and a dedication to protecting the citizens of Florida.

Across our state’s 67 sheriff’s offices, proactive initiatives are undertaken to combat human trafficking. With the added support from the Florida Human Trafficking Victims Fund, sheriffs will have additional resources where they are most urgently needed, further bolstering our collective efforts to combat this crime. Award distribution will be decided on a case by case basis by the FSA Human Trafficking Committee, ensuring maximum impact for trafficking victims.

Florida’s elected leadership, guided by Attorney General Ashley Moody and supported by the FSA Human Trafficking Committee and our sheriffs, shines brightly in this critical mission. Let us all stand united in our support of their efforts.

FSA Human Trafficking Committee

The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) has established the FSA Human Trafficking Committee to oversee disbursements from the Florida Human Trafficking Victims Fund. This esteemed committee is chaired by Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister and includes members Clay County Sheriff Michelle Cook and Monroe County Sheriff Rick Ramsay.

These three extraordinary sheriffs were selected for the FSA Human Trafficking Committee due to their exemplary leadership and unwavering dedication to fighting crime in the state of Florida. Sheriff Chad Chronister, Sheriff Michelle Cook, and Sheriff Rick Ramsay have demonstrated outstanding commitment and effectiveness in their efforts to combat human trafficking, making them ideal leaders for this critical initiative. Their collective expertise and passion will undoubtedly enhance Florida’s ability to support and stabilize victims of human trafficking.

Sheriff Chad Chronister
Hillsborough County (Chair)

Sheriff Michelle Cook
Clay County

Sheriff Rick Ramsay
Monroe County

FUND QUALIFICATIONS

Funds can be used to support and reimburse law enforcement for costs associated with investigations and pursuit of human trafficking cases.
Funds can be used for the emergency stabilization of recovered victims of both sex and labor trafficking.

Certified non-profit organizations who support and work with law enforcement in recovering and stabilizing victims can apply for immediate reimbursement of emergency funds through the Sheriffs office they assisted.
The FSA Human Trafficking Committee will review all requests on a case by case basis and make determinations for disbursement of funds.