One Yes, 300 Dogs Later
- Rylee Crim
- 21 hours ago
- 3 min read
"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good people to do nothing." Those words, often attributed to philosopher and politician Edmund Burke, serve as a powerful reminder that change begins when someone chooses to act. For more than a decade, Todd Jordan has chosen to do just that.
On June 12, Jordan Detection K9 reached a remarkable milestone as Todd trained his 300th Electronic Storage Detection (ESD) K9, a milestone that represents far more than a number. It represents hundreds of highly skilled K9 teams working alongside law enforcement to combat child sexual exploitation, human trafficking, and other crimes that often hide behind electronic devices.
The need for these dogs has never been greater.
According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, reports of online child sexual exploitation and abuse have increased dramatically, rising from 16.9 million reports annually to more than 32 million in just three years. Electronic Storage Detection K9s are specially trained to locate hidden electronic devices, providing a critical tool for investigators seeking evidence in child exploitation cases.
When asked what it means to have trained more than 300 ESD K9s now serving on the front lines of these investigations, Todd became emotional reflecting on the impact.
"It shows just how valuable these dogs have become," Todd shared. "The need is out there, and people are recognizing the difference these dogs can make."
Today, 302 K9s have been trained through Jordan Detection K9s and are now serving in 46 states and eight countries, extending their impact far beyond the walls of Hope Center Indy.
That reach began with a simple yes.
When Todd first approached Pastor Hubert Nolen about the possibility of training K9s on Hope Center's campus, neither of them could have imagined where that partnership would lead.
"Little did I know how incredibly impactful this partnership would become" Pastor Hubert shared. "When we say yes, we never know what God might bring from it. We are grateful to play even a small role in the mission."
The partnership has become so meaningful that Pastor Hubert plans to dedicate a chapter titled "You Never Know Who's Asking" to it in his upcoming book.
The impact of the "yes" is felt daily at Hope Center Indy. Survivors often interact with the dogs and take pride in knowing they are part of a mission helping protect vulnerable children and bring justice to victims around the world.
The partnership has also grown alongside Hope Center's own mission. At the end of 2025, Hope Center Indy celebrated serving its 300th woman, a milestone that coincided with Jordan Detection K9 nearing its 300th trained dog.
"The organizations started on their own around the same time," Todd reflected. "they've continued to grow together, and now they're reaching major milestones at the same time. It's incredible to watch the aligned mission move forward."
The momentum shows no signs of slowing down. Demand for ESD K9s continues to rise, with training classes already scheduled through the remainder of 2026 and into 2027.
Hope Center Indy is especially excited about what lies ahead as puppies raised on campus prepare to enter training and begin their journey toward becoming Electronic Storage Detection K9s. Through this partnership, Hope Center can continue supporting Jordan Detection K9's mission while generating revenue that directly benefits survivor programs.
The true impact of these dogs cannot be measured by milestones alone, but by the survivors recovered and the offenders brought to justice.
In 2025 alone, Our Rescue reported that Jordan Detection K9 teams were deployed on 2,273 search warrants. Those teams achieved an 82% success rate in locating evidence missed during initial searches. The evidence recovered contributed to 1,478 arrests and the rescue of 428 survivors.
Those numbers represent only a portion of the total impact, as they do not include every agency utilizing Jordan Detection K9-trained dogs.
While 300 dogs marks an incredible achievement, the need remains great. As more agencies seek Electronic Storage Detection K9s, the mission continues with renewed purpose and a vision for the next 300 dogs still to come.