YOUTH SERVICES
QUICK LINKS
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH RESPONSE
The BHR Youth Connection Helpline is a dedicated 24/7 hotline for youth, parents, guardians, or other concerned individuals to access crisis intervention.
www.bhrstl.com/youth-support
Youth Connection Helpline for St. Louis City and County:
314-819-8802 or 844-985-8282
Text BHEARD to 31658 Web Chat: bhrstl.org
BLUEPRINT 4
www.blueprint4.com 314-899-5248
A database for summer camps and after-school programs for children and teens, including college prep.
CRISIS TEXT LINE
Text HOME to 741741
www.crisistextline.org
Crisis Text Line serves young people (and others) in any type of crisis, providing access to free, 24/7, emotional support and information. A live, trained specialist receives the text and responds quickly. This page on their website provides additional resources.
LIFE LAUNCH
www.lifelaunchmo.org
Online resource hub for young adults in Missouri. LifeLaunch focuses on mental wellness, life skills and support.
MISSOURI'S SCHOOL VIOLENCE HOTLINE
Courage 2 Report
www.schoolviolencehotline.com 1-866-748-7047
Or text "C2R" to 738477 to receive a link to an anonymous P3 tip form.
To report bullying, threats, weapons. Callers never have to leave their names. Website provides an online form and mobile app for confidential reporting.
NATIONAL RUNAWAY SAFELINE
www.1800runaway.org 800-786-2929 (800-RUN-AWAY)
Live chat available on website.
Serves as the national communication system and support for runaway and homeless youth.
PARENT LINK WARM LINE
www.education.missouri.edu/parentlink
To call locally: 573-882-7323.
A resource for Missouri families and professionals serving families, caregivers, including incarcerated parents and grandparents.
SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION
6825 Clayton Avenue, Suite 100,. St. Louis, MO 63139
www.sfstl.org. 314-725-7990
Interest free loans and grants available, plus guidance and assistance in applying for financial aid and other supportive services connected with higher education starting at the high school level.
STD TESTING AND TREATMENT SITES: CLICK HERE
THE TREVOR PROJECT
www.thetrevorproject.org 866-488-7386
TrevorText is a phone service. Text “START” to 678678.
National organization providing crisis intervention, resources and suicide prevention services to LGBTQ young people ages 13-24.
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ANNIE MALONE CHILDREN & FAMILY CENTER
2612 Annie Malone Dr., St. Louis, MO 63113
www.anniemalone.com 314-531-0120
24 HR. EMERGENCY LINE: 844-803-7233
Safe 24 hour environment designed with intervention measures to immediately alleviate crisis by providing emergency shelter, food, clothing, educational needs, conflict resolution, emergency, medical attention and counseling referrals to prevent child abuse and neglect.
B-WORKS
2149 S. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104
www.bworks.org 314-664-0828
Tuesday and Thursday from 11:00am-7:00pm and
Saturdays from 10:00am-2:00pm.
Earn a computer, fix up a bike to keep, write a book. Programs for kids. Bikes and other merchandise for sale. New location.
BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS
Headquarters: 501 N. Grand Blvd., Suite 100, St. Louis, MO 63103
28 Portwest Court, St. Charles, MO 63303
www.bbbsemo.org 314-361-5900
Enroll a child or volunteer. Parenting education, self-help, counseling and more.
BJC BEHAVIORAL HEALTH
Administrative Offices, Referrals and Call Center
3309 S. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63139
www.bjcbehavioralhealth.org 314-747-7491
Crisis Response Line and After Hours: 314-747-7491
Toll-Free 877-729-4004
Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. Check website for locations throughout the metro area and Potosi, Farmington, and Ironton.
BLACK MEN READ
www.blkmenread.org
Through mentorship, tutoring, book clubs, and community engagement, Black men guide students toward academic success and instill a love for reading.
BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS of GREATER ST. LOUIS
2901 N. Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63107 and more locations.
www.bgcstl.org 314-335-8000
Many programs, including summer camps, after school, mentoring, programs for teens and health care. Open the hours that kids and teens are mostly likely to need a safe place — after school and during the summer.
BOYS HOPE GIRLS HOPE
8027 Elinor Ave., Richmond Heights, MO 63117
www.boyshopegirlshopestl.org 314-776-9406
Serves youth who want to go to college and create successful futures. Programs, including residential, to receive support on their journey to college and beyond. Academic resources, extracurricular opportunities, and mentor relationships.
BUILDING FUTURES
Design & Build Workshops
2720 N. 13th St., St. Louis, MO 63106
www.buildingfuturesstl.org 314-600-4598
Educational hands-on workshops and programs for youth in grades 4-12. Free Saturday workshops, in-school curriculum, after school projects and summer camp.
CHADS COALITION (for Mental Health)
4121 Union Road, Suite 224, St. Louis, MO 63129
www.chadscoalition.org 314-952-2046
Family Support Warm Line: 314-952-8274 (Weekdays 9am-5:30pm)
CHADS offers a variety of suicide and bullying prevention programs, including SOS/Signs of Suicide. Visit their website for Community Awareness and Family Support resources for students, educators and parents.
COLLEGE BOUND
110 North Jefferson Ave., St. Louis, MO 63103
www.collegeboundstl.org 557-223-7890
Provides middle and high school students and their families with early information and resources on how to plan, prepare, pay for and pursue a college education.
THE CORE COLLECTIVE AT ST. VINCENT'S
7401 Florissant Rd., St. Louis, MO 63121
thecorecollectivestl.org 314-261-6011
The Core Collective offers a variety of services for community youth that includes a transitional living program, community-based services, street outreach, and The Hub.
COVENANT HOUSE
2727 North Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63113
www.covenanthousemo.org 314-533-2241
24/7 crisis services and housing. Access to shelter, food, clothing, blankets, showers, laundry facilities, information, referrals, and crisis intervention.
COVERING HOUSE
www.thecoveringhouse.org
314-962-3450
Residence for girls between the ages of 13-17 years old who have experienced sexual trafficking or exploitation. Counseling, therapy, housing, education.
CROSSROADS PROGRAM
626 Cepi Dr., Chesterfield, MO 63005
www.thecrossroadsprogram.com 636-532-9991
A drug and alcohol rehab center providing a treatment program for adolescents and teens. Locations in St. Louis County, Kansas City, and Columbia. Programs include Individual Counseling, Intensive Outpatient Counseling (I.O.P.), an 8-week aftercare program for those who complete IOP.
ST. LOUIS DIAPER BANK AND PERIOD SUPPLIES
6141 Etzel Ave, St. Louis, MO 63133
www.stldiaperbank.org 314-624-0888
Free diapers and period supplies are available from most city and county libraries every day. Check their website for exact locations. CLICK HERE for a list of Emergency Locations where supplies may be picked up.
EPWORTH FOOD PANTRY
7500 Natural Bridge Rd., Normandy, MO 63121
www.epworth.org/services/epworth-food-pantry 314-918-3396
No zip code restrictions and no application process. Third Saturday of each month from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm.
EPWORTH YOUTH DROP-IN CENTER and HOUSING SERVICES
7520 Natural Bridge Rd., Normandy, MO 63121
www.epworth.org Office: 314-222-4877 Outreach: 800-899-5437
Ages 11-20 that are at risk of homelessness or are homeless.
Laundry and shower facilities; safer sex kits and life skills classes, nutrition, clothing and hygiene items; computer work stations; access to community resources such as healthcare, legal aid, and birth certificate and ID voucher assistance; recreational activities, and support for LGBTQ youth and allies with monthly support group(s).
FAMILY AND WORKFORCE CENTERS OF AMERICA:
YOUTH AND FAMILY SERVICES CENTER
6347 Plymouth Ave., St. Louis, MO 63133
www.fwca-stl.com 314-377-0445
READY4LIFE skill-based training providing internships, employment opportunities, healthy relationship and job-readiness skills. GED opportunities. Must be 14-24 years old.
FREEDOM ARTS and EDUCATION CENTER
4138 North Grand Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63107
www.faecstl.org 314-467-8782
Over 50 Art and Interactive Workshops and activities for students of all ages and backgrounds. Drumline, poetry, dance, circus arts, music programs, and more.
GUARDIAN ANGEL SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION
Child Development Center
1127 N. Vandeventer Ave., St. Louis, MO 63113
www.gasastl.org 314-231-3188
Programs and daycare for children from birth to six years of age. Childcare cost is based on a family’s ability to pay. Licensed and accredited, and a partner of Head Start and Early Head Start.
GOOD SHEPHERD CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES
1340 Partridge Ave., University City, MO 63130
www.goodshepherdstl.org 314-854-5700
Programs for pregnant or parenting youth, ages 12-20. Also individual therapy, life skills, educational support.
KVC MISSOURI
330 North Gore Ave., Webster Groves, MO 63119
www.missouri.kvc.org 844-424-3577 or 314-968-2060
Individual and family counseling, crisis support, mental health services, learning challenges, and more. Website shows locations throughout the state.
HARAMBEE YOUTH TRAINING
1142 Hodiamont Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112
www.restorestlouis.org 314-726-2302
Job training and skill development in construction trades with a concentration on tuckpointing. For ages 12 - 18. After school and summer programs available.
JEWISH FAMILY AND CHILDREN SERVICES
10950 Schuetz Rd., St. Louis, MO 63146
www.jfsstl.org 314-993-1000
Counseling and prevention programs. Assist the elderly, protect children at risk, provide food and services for the needy, resolve family problems. Services regardless of age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.
KIDS IN THE MIDDLE
2650 S. Hanley Rd., Suite 150, St. Louis, MO 63144
www.kidsinthemiddle.org 314-909-9922
Comprehensive counseling services for separated or divorced families. Programs before, during and after divorce. Provides education and support for children and families in the middle of divorce, as well as court-mandated co-parenting classes.
KIDS UNDER TWENTY ONE (KUTO)
2718 S. Brentwood Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63144
www.KUTO.ORG
KUTO Crisis Helpline: 314-644-5886 Toll Free: 888-644-5886
Open everyday after 4:00pm.
Provides crisis prevention, suicide intervention. Staffed by trained youth volunteers serving youth under 21.
LIFEWISE STL
1321 South 11th St., St. Louis, MO 63104
www.lifewisestl.org 314-421-0400
Services include Early Childhood Center, Literacy-focused After School and Summer Camp programs, and Kingdom Academy for teens. Life skills, job readiness, emotional support.
LUTHERAN FAMILY AND CHILDREN'S SERVICES OF MISSOURI
9666 Olive Boulevard Suite 400, St. Louis, MO 63132 and more locations
www.lfcsmo.org 314-787-5100
866-326-5327 for pregnant women considering adoption.
Pregnant and parenting teens, Nurturing Kids program, respite care services, individual, family and group counseling. Adoption.
MARYGROVE
2705 Mullanphy Ln., Florissant, MO 63031
www.marygrovechildren.org 314-830-6201
Transitional housing and crisis care for children who are in need of emergency care due to homelessness, potential abuse/neglect, parental stress, family illness, incarceration of a parent/guardian, etc.
MATHEWS-DICKEY BOYS' AND GIRLS' CLUBS
4245 North Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63115 and more locations
www.bgcstl.org/mathewsdickey 314-382-5952
Programs include arts, education enrichment, gardening, leadership development, sports, summer camp.
MOTHERS WAY CAREER COUNSELING
4134 Seven Hills Dr., Florissant, MO 63033
www.motherswaycc.com 314-561-8507
Housing, child care and services for youth transitioning from foster care, as well as career advancement. Supportive services like in-home, healthcare, wellness, family support programs, emergency assistance, utility assistance, and other services
OUR LITTLE HAVEN
PO Box 23010, St. Louis, MO 63156
www.ourlittlehaven.org 314-533-2229
Foster care, Keystone Mental Health, day treatment programs for very young children.
PIANOS FOR PEOPLE
3138 Cherokee St., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.pianosforpeople.org 314-285 5852
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First Baptist Church
333 North Florissant Rd., Ferguson MO 63135
Free pianos, music lessons, music camps, performances. Income based.
PRESENTATION ARTS CENTER
8832 Tudor Ave., Overland, MO 63114
www.presentationartscenter.com 314-731-6522
A variety of art classes and music lessons for children (and adults) , including after-school classes, and summer and spring break camps.
RESTORATION HOUSE (The Rock)
2912 Chippewa St., St. Louis, MO 63118
www.restorationhousestl.org. 314-370-7180
A drop-in center where young adults ages 18-25 have access to basic needs such as food, clothing, hygiene products, and other essentials; can wash their clothes; participate in life-skills classes; and be paired with a mentor. Located inside historic Melvin Theatre.
SLACO
5888 Plymouth Ave., St. Louis, MO 63112
www.slaco-mo.org 314-361-9406
After-school programs and tutoring.
SMART KIDS, INC.
11520 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 102, Bridgeton, MO 63044
www.smartkidsinc.org 314-884-1486
Academic tutoring/mentoring services, homework help, charter development, and STEM activities.
ST LOUIS ARTWORKS
5959 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63112
www.stlartworks.org 314-899-9734
In-depth art instruction, employment training, and life skills focused on personal health, fiscal literacy, and environmental stewardship. In all programs, teens earn a stipend, are required to have a bank account, and attend financial literacy training.
STL WORKS
7701 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO 63105
www.stl.works
Employment and training initiative for high school students and beyond in the fields of tech, health care, manufacturing and the trades. High paying entry-level jobs without a college degree. Partnering with regional employers.
ST. LOUIS YOUTHBUILD
93 North Oaks Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63121
www.youthbuild.org (national organization) 314-261-0202
YouthBuild St Louis Americorps is an alternative education, construction training, employment, pre-apprenticeship, and leadership development program serving low-income St Louis youth ages 18-24.
ST. LOUIS YOUTH JOBS
3016 Locust St., Suite 105, St. Louis, MO 63103
www.stlyouthjobs.org 314-499-8176
STL Youth Jobs trains youth to be ready for high growth jobs through individualized career assessment, financial literacy and job readiness training, employment experience. Works with partner corporations to provide training and future employment.
THE SPOT (for ages 13-24)
4169 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
www.thespot.wustl.edu 314-535-0413
Drop-in Thursday 1:00pm-5:00pm. Showers, food, computer and phone access, arts and crafts, free bus and train tickets, mental health, PrEP access, STI/HIV testing.Medical and testing service hours vary and require an appointment.
THOMAS DUNN'S DROP-IN CENTER/THE PLACE
3113 Gasconade St. St. Louis, MO 63118
www.tdunn.org 314-353-3050
Various activities and programs for youth.
EPWORTH EMERGENCY SHELTER SYSTEM
www.epworth.org/services/epworth-youth-emergency-shelter
24/7 Helpline: 800-899-5437 (KIDS)
Provides food, therapeutic services, transitional housing to youth experiencing homelessness or family crisis.
YOUTH AND FAMILY CENTER
818 Cass Ave., St. Louis, MO 63106
www.theyfc.org 314-231-1147
Youth programs, summer camp, Jazzy Seniors Nutrition and family support services to residents of North St. Louis. Food pantry on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9-2 every week.
YOUTH IN NEED
1815 Boone’s Lick Rd., St. Charles, MO 63301
www.youthinneed.org
24-Hour Help Line at 636-757-9507 or 636-946-5600
More than 50 direct service and support programs to children, teens and families.
CLICK HERE for a list of Safe Place locations by Zip Code.
Based in St. Charles, with outreach programs in St. Louis City. Many resources and programs listed on their website, including HEAD START. Street Outreach, Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing available.
Emergency Shelter: 636-946-3771.