Join our youth resource database

Help connect young people with the right support

The National Runaway Safeline maintains a database of agencies and services that serve and support youth ages 12-21 across the United States and its territories. We refer youth and families in crisis to appropriate partners listed in this database and collaborate with many of the organizations on prevention and educational programming.

Who's in our Youth Resource Database

The types of organizations and programs included in our database include (but are not limited to):

Youth Shelters
Legal Aid Assistance
Afterschool Programs
Support Groups
Community Mental Health Services
School Supportive Services
Drug and Addiction Services
Wraparound Services
Street Outreach Programs
Transitional Living programs/ Independent Living Programs
Drop-in Centers
Depression and Suicide Prevention and Intervention Programs
Crisis Stabilization

When someone contacts NRS through our hotline, live chat, email or forum, we are here to listen and to help. Often, youth reach out hoping for a connection to local resources. Through our extensive, nationwide network of organizations and services, we are able to find open shelters, mental health services, food pantries, protection from human traffickers and more.

Submit to join Our Database

Name of Contact

Email(Required)

Organization Name(Required)

Address(Required)

City State / Province / Region

Brief Program Description(Required)

Program Website(Required)

Have you completed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)(Required)

Yes

Consent(Required)

I accept the below terms of the Memorandum of Understanding.

In an effort to strengthen access to appropriate, affordable and available resources for runaway, homeless, exploited and at-risk youth and their families, the National Runaway Safeline (NRS) is entering into this Memorandum of Understanding which defines areas of cooperation between the National Runaway Safeline and the identified Resource Agency. The parties agree to the following: The National Runaway Safeline agrees to: Continue to provide 24-hour crisis intervention including chat, crisis email, crisis forum crisis hotline, conference calls, message relay and information and referral services to youth and families; Provide referrals as appropriate and in accordance with the information provided by Resource Agency; Coordinate access to NRS’ Home Free family reunification program, conducted in collaboration with Greyhound Lines, Inc., and provide consultation and support to qualifying youth and families during the youth's journey home. The Resource Agency agrees to: Complete the National Runaway Safeline's Resource Agency Profile as fully and accurately as possible. An authorized representative of the Resource Agency will be responsible for providing the necessary information (such as contact information, criteria for access, hours of availability etc.) for NRS to provide accurate information regarding the Resource Agency’s programs and services. The Resource Agency will provide the National Runaway Safeline, as soon as possible, of any substantive changes in the descriptions of programs offered or demographic populations. The National Runaway Safeline and the Resource Agency agree to: Communicate, not less than once a year, to assure accurate program information is available to each other; Maintain regular communication via exchange of agency updates. Terms of Agreement: This MoU will become effective on the date it is signed by representatives of both parties, and will remain in effect except that either party may end the MoU by giving a 30-day written notice to the other.

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Service providers FaQ

This below covers frequently asked questions about our services and resources. If you’re having trouble finding the information you need, please reach out to us at resources@1800RUNAWAY.org and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

Can I refer youth to the National Runaway Safeline for crisis intervention services?

Yes, our staff and trained volunteers are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through the 1-800-RUNAWAY hotline and online crisis services at 1800RUNAWAY.org. We listen, provide confidential support, connect youth to critical resources such as shelter and mental health services, arrange a free bus ticket home for qualifying youth, mediate conference calls and serve as a message service for youth wishing to communicate with a parent/guardian.

Does the National Runaway Safeline provide resources to service providers?

Yes, we offer a range of resources and services that can assist local service providers. Service providers can:

- Contact 1800RUNAWAY to speak to the NRS crisis team to access resources in a specific area from our national database;
- Assist a youth or family in accessing NRS services including crisis services, our family reunification and transportation program Home Free, mediated conference calling, and message service;
- List NRS as part of a crisis plan for youth – giving them a listening ear when they are in need;
- Access our free outreach materials to distribute in their community or co-brand;
- Implement the free Let’s Talk: Runaway Prevention Curriculum (available in English and Spanish) to teach life skills and build resiliency in the youth they are working with;
- Attend learning events held by the National Runaway Safeline;
- Utilize NRS national runaway statistics and report to assist in obtaining information about the scope of RHY issues nationally

Does the National Runaway Safeline provide up-to-date statistics on runaway and homeless youth?

Confirming accurate national and local statistics related to the runaway and homeless youth population is challenging. We suggest visiting Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago’s website for current statistics and information, and consulting nonprofits and agencies in your area that provide direct services to runaway and homeless youth.

Does the National Runaway Safeline offer prevention programs?

Yes, preventing youth from ending up on the street is at the core of our work. We offer free educational and outreach materials for distribution within local communities. We also conduct workshops and training sessions on prevention-related topics. Additionally, community leaders may access and utilize the interactive, evidence-based Let’s Talk: Runaway Prevention Curriculum, which is designed to teach youth critical problem-solving skills in order to safely address their needs before a crisis escalates.

How can my organization become a partner in Youth HOPE Month?

November is Youth HOPE Month, a public awareness campaign designed to “Shine a Light” on the experiences of runaway and homeless youth that too often remain invisible. It is also an opportunity to spotlight resources available to support youth in crisis throughout the nation. The campaign’s success results from collaboration by individuals, organizations and community leaders. We encourage you to join the effort. Learn more and register your organization as an NRPM partner by visiting this page.