Need a safe way home?
The Home Free program helps young people ages 12–21 return safely to their families or a safe place — at no cost to you.
A Free Ride to Safety and Support
The Home Free program reunites youth with their family or legal guardian or helps them get to an alternative living arrangement, such as a community-based transitional living program, through a free bus ticket.
In addition, Home Free works in collaboration with youth, parents and guardians, law enforcement, anti-trafficking organizations, social service and health care providers and others to ensure youth who are victims of labor and sex trafficking benefit from reuniting with caring adults or getting to an alternative living program.
National Runaway Safeline is the sole organization that can issue a ticket through the Home Free program.
How Home Free works
- Call 1-800-RUNAWAY
You’ll reach a caring team member who will listen and help you figure out your next step. - Make a Plan
Together, you’ll talk about where you want to go and who you’ll be staying with. - Get Your Ticket Home
If you qualify, we’ll help you get a free Greyhound bus ticket to travel safely back home.
We’re with you every step of the way — from your first call to the moment you arrive safely.
Who Can Use Home Free
- Youth ages 12–21
- Away from home and don’t have a safe way to return
- Ready to reunite with family or a safe adult who agrees to help
What to Expect When You Call
Calling 1-800-RUNAWAY is:
- Free and confidential
- Available 24/7
- Judgment-free
You don’t need to know what to say — just start by calling. We’ll listen, answer your questions, and help you explore if Home Free is right for you.
