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-RUN-AWAY
Voice·
Runaway Hotline - Call or Text
800-786-2929
Voice·
Runaway Hotline - Call or Text
773-929-5150
Fax·
Fax
Websitehttps://www.1800runaway.org
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
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.
Date of Last Formal Update
08/19/2025
Data provided by
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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.