Everyone deserves a place to feel safe.

Safe Place® connects youth in crisis with immediate help and caring adults — anytime, anywhere.

Find Help

Locate a Safe Place site or use TXT 4 HELP.

In trouble or need someone to talk to? Help is always nearby — in your community or by text.

Find Help

Get Involved

Start a program, become a partner, or teach others.

You can be the reason a young person finds safety today. Start a program or spread the word.

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Donate

Your support keeps kids safe and communities strong.

Your support keeps Safe Place signs shining bright — and connects youth to lifesaving help.

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What Is Safe Place®?


Safe Place® is a national network of community locations — like schools, fire stations, libraries, and businesses — where youth in crisis can find immediate help and safety. Each Safe Place connects young people with local resources and trained professionals who care.

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Getting Help Is Simple


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Find the Safe
Place Sign

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Ask for
Help

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Connect to
Safety

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Teens, text the word SAFE and your location (city, state) to 4HELP (44357) to locate the closest Safe Place®. Reply 2CHAT to connect with a professional counselor, 24/7/365. It’s free, anonymous, and always available.

Text SAFE to 4HELP (44357)

Be the Reason a Young Person Finds Safety


Join a collaborative community built on trust, shared wisdom, and the belief that every child deserves the right support to thrive.

Start a Program

Partner with us to bring Safe Place® to your community.

Become a Partner

Join schools, fire stations, libraries, and local businesses nationwide.

Spread the Word

Teach youth to recognize Safe Place signs and TXT 4 HELP.

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