NFL Tight End Hunter Henry and Wife, Parker, Host “Rally for Rescue” to Combat Human Trafficking
Summary:
BOSTON, Mass., Sept. 29, 2025 — NFL athletes, community leaders and advocates will gather at SPIN Boston for a high-energy evening of ping pong and purpose for “Rally for Rescue,” hosted by Ron Burton Community Service Award winner Hunter Henry and wife, Parker, in support of International Justice Mission (IJM).
Rally for Rescue is more than just a competition — it’s a powerful call to action. Guests will enjoy fast-paced ping pong matches and a lively atmosphere, all in the name of combating human trafficking and modern slavery around the world. With NFL stars stepping up to the table, the event promises a night of both impact and entertainment with all proceeds from the evening benefiting IJM.
There is also a silent auction component of the event which features a curated selection of items and experiences such as:
- Dinner with Hunter Henry
- Golf with former Patriots player David Andrews
- Signed Patriots jerseys from Drake Maye and Hunter Henry
- Boston Celtics courtside seats
“We are excited to bring people together for a cause that matters deeply to us,” said Hunter Henry. “After traveling to the IJM Kenya office this spring, Parker and I knew we wanted to continue doing what we could to support IJM. Through Rally for Rescue, we hope to inspire action, raise critical funds and amplify the fight for justice around the globe.”
“We’re uniting athletes, advocates and communities to take a stand against human trafficking in a fun and approachable way. IJM’s mission is to protect the most vulnerable, and this event is a powerful reminder that when we come together, we can bring real hope and real rescue,” said Mark Herzlich, Former NFL Linebacker and Director, Team Freedom, IJM.
The Henrys have been champions on IJM’s “Team Freedom” pro athlete team for the duration of his NFL career. They traveled to IJM’s Kenya office this spring to witness the work firsthand, and this event is a continuation of their generous commitment of time and energy to support the mission. Their passion for justice and personal engagement have helped shine a spotlight on the urgent need to end human trafficking worldwide.
About Team Freedom:
Team Freedom, IJM’s community of pro athlete families, is made up of partners in the NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, US Soccer, and USATF who partner with IJM in using the global power of sport to protect people in poverty from human trafficking, slavery and other forms of violence. Since its launch, Team Freedom members have advocated for survivors, traveled internationally to meet IJM frontline teams, leveraged their influence to bring IJM’s work before hundreds of millions of people and raised over $25M to rescue and restore people from slavery and violence.
About International Justice Mission:
International Justice Mission partners with local authorities in 33 program offices in 19 countries to combat slavery, violence against women and children and police abuse of power. IJM’s mission is to protect people in poverty from violence by rescuing victims, bringing criminals to justice, restoring survivors to safety and strength, and helping local law enforcement build a safe future that lasts.
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Media Contact:
Maggie Cutrell
Director, Media and Communications
International Justice Mission
Email: mcutrell@ijm.org
Phone: +1 478-955-4666