Journey

Our Story

Destiny House
Restoration Center

Destiny Restoration was born from a passionate commitment to empower survivors of sex trafficking, inspired by founder Lisa Mitts’ vision to offer hope and healing through music, faith, and community.

2011

In November 2011, David Mitts was moved by Luke Dowler’s music video “Our Silence is Shameful,” which portrayed a teenage girl’s struggle with sex trafficking. Inspired, he encouraged his wife, Lisa Mitts, to create a music video for her song “Where Has Love Gone?” from her album You Found Me. Written to raise awareness about the hidden epidemic of sex trafficking in the U.S., the song also directed support to The Defender Foundation, dedicated to rescuing girls worldwide. Through this effort, David and Lisa helped establish the Seattle Chapter of the organization.

2012

In 2011, with limited funds for Lisa Mitts’ first music video, “Where Has Love Gone?” from her album You Found Me, David and Lisa raised money through an online campaign and their small church, One New Man Ministry. Filming began in April 2012 in Tacoma with local actors, produced and directed by Gary Voelker of Experience Studios, who collaborated with Lisa on the script and auditions. Released on May 31, 2012, the powerful video highlighting the U.S. sex trafficking epidemic gained global attention. Inspired by the project, David and Lisa recognized the need for a healing sanctuary, founding Destiny House Restoration Center. On June 16, 2012, they hosted a benefit concert in Bellevue, WA, supporting both Destiny House and The Seattle Defender Foundation, attended by notable figures like former Seahawk Mack Strong, Councilman Reagan Dunn, and representatives from anti-trafficking groups like Compassion2One and Genesis Project.

2013

In 2012-2013, David and Lisa Mitts focused on building Destiny House Restoration Center by developing a business plan, budget, and community partnerships. On September 17, 2013, they hosted a major fundraiser at Vessel Winery in Woodinville, WA, featuring a silent auction and a concert with Born to Be Wild, opened by Lisa Mitts and her band, to support Destiny House’s mission of healing for sex trafficking survivors.

2014

In early 2014, David and Lisa Mitts partnered with Dr. Stacy Cecchet, a leading U.S. expert on sex trafficking with a Ph.D. focused on the issue, recognized by Congress and supported by both Washington State Senators. Together, they developed H.E.A.R.T.S. (Healing, Education, and Restoration Treatment for Survivors), a groundbreaking, data-driven holistic program for women 18+ recovering from sex trafficking, designed to deliver measurable healing outcomes.

Dr. Cecchet was appointed Executive Director of Treatment for Destiny House Restoration Center by the Board of Directors. Meanwhile, Lisa became the spokesperson for Destiny House, performing at coffee houses, churches, wineries, and homes across the Puget Sound to build partnerships. In January 2014, Destiny House secured its first corporate sponsor, the Healthy Home Company, marking a significant step toward national recognition.

Partnership

IJM (International Justice Mission)

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Where Has Love Gone

Lisa Mitts, a singer-songwriter and beacon of hope, has led Destiny House Restoration Center since 2012, using her inspiring music and benefit concerts to raise funds for safe transition homes and the H.E.A.R.T.S program, while educating communities in Prescott, Arizona, about human trafficking prevention.

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