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Bus Fare | National Runaway Safeline

3141B North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657

Eligibility

Qualified homeless youth, ages 12 to 21 years old; Returning to location within the United States; Must complete entire intake process including conference call; Provide required documents

Required documents

Proof of age of youth (ID with birth date or birth certificate) Photo ID of adult they are returning to Additional documents may be required.

Hours

Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
773-880-9860
Voice·

Main

800-786-2929
Voice·

Runaway Hotline - Call or Text

800-RUN-AWAY
Voice·

Runaway Hotline - Call or Text

773-929-5150
Fax·

Fax

Languages

English; Interpreters for additional languages can be provided.

Application process

(1) Call or text hotline, or visit website (2) Provide proof of age (3) Participate in conference call with parent or other approved adult the youth is returning to (4) Provide photo ID of receiving adult

Fees

No Fees

Service area

All ZIP Codes, All States
Provides confidential crisis intervention 24/7 for homeless youth and their families nationwide through its crisis hotline and online services. Also provides conference calling with parents at youth's request, conflict mediation and referrals. Offers free bus tickets home or to shelter for qualified youth.

Last Assured

08/19/2025
What's Here

Providing organization

National Runaway Safeline
Provides confidential crisis intervention 24/7 for homeless youth and their families nationwide through its crisis hotline and online services. Also provides conference calling with parents at youth's request, conflict mediation and referrals. Offers free bus tickets home or to shelter for qualified youth.