National Runaway Safeline (NRS)

(Agency)

Offers crisis intervention for runaway and homeless youth in crisis throughout the United States. Provides support to parents and guardians with children who are at-risk or have already run away. Offers information and referral and conference calls for families. Provides free one-way bus tickets for qualified runaway youth ages 12-21 who wish to return home. Crisis email and live chat are also available.

Eligibility: Runaway or homeless youth and their families; bus tickets (Home Free): individuals ages 12 to 21 years who wish to return home - individuals under 18 must be returning to a parent or legal guardian; individuals between 18 and 21 may return to either family or a transitional living program

Application Process: Call or go online for information and services, at 800-786-2929 (1-800-RUNAWAY) or 1800RUNAWAY.org

Required Documentation: None

Fees: None

United States and its territories, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands

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