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Every donation to the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) helps to ensure a compassionate, trained person responds to calls, emails, chats, posts and texts from youth and families in crisis. With the generous support of our funders and donors, NRS crisis services are accessible 24/7.
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More Ways to Give
Looking for alternatives to make a meaningful impact? Explore more giving options below.
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) Pledge
Federal employees—including civilian, military, postal workers, and retirees—can support NRS through the Combined Federal Campaign. Look for 1-800-RUNAWAY / National Runaway Safeline under Children’s Charities of America.
Payroll Deduction or Employer Matching
Many employers make it easy to support causes you care about through payroll deduction. Some even match your donations, doubling your impact. Check with your HR department to learn more.
Host a Facebook Fundraiser
A Facebook fundraiser is a quick, easy way to rally your community. With our template, it’s easy to personalize your page, and share it widely to help raise essential funds for NRS.
Legacy Giving
Create a lasting impact by including NRS in your estate plans. Your legacy gift helps keep future generations of young people safe and supported.
Information for Your Attorney:
Legal name: National Runaway Switchboard dba 1-800-RUNAWAY dba National Runaway Safeline
FEIN: 36-2726331
Address: 4849 N Milwaukee Avenue, Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60630
Phone Number: 773.880.9860
The National Runaway Safeline is a nonprofit organization exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Estate Gifts
Estate gifts offer excellent tax advantages. Common options include:
Bequests: Name NRS in your will or add a codicil.
Charitable Remainder Trust: Provides income today and supports youth in the future.
Charitable Lead Trust: Offers income to NRS for a set period before transferring assets to heirs.
Life Estate: Donate property while retaining lifetime use.
Life Insurance:
Name NRS as a beneficiary
Give an existing policy
Take out a new policy with NRS as the owner/beneficiary
Retirement plans: Designate NRS as a beneficiary