Regional Resources Listed by State
Some resources listed are for really, really bad situations, while others are fun or informative.
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- Alabama
http://www.auburnalabama.org/library/Default.aspx?PageID=439
Decatur Youth Services
http://www.digitaldecatur.com/departments/youthservices/index.html
The City of Mobile
http://www.cityofmobile.org/
Alabama Department of Youth Services
http://dys.state.al.us/
Birmingham Division of Youth Services
http://www.informationbirmingham.com/division-of-youth-services.aspx
Baldwin County Library Cooperative Community Resource List (not all in Baldwin County)
http://www.gulftel.com/bclc/community/communityres.htm
Tennessee Valley Family Services: Ogden House
"Serves youth ages 12-17 that are temporarily displaced from their families or are deemed a child in need of services"
http://www.tvfsahome.net/prod01.htm
Alabama State Department of Education
http://www.alsde.edu/home/Default.aspx
- Alaska
"For seventh to twelfth grade youth living in Bethel to grow and develop into mature responsible young adults."
http://www.bethelproaccess.org/index.html
Nikiski Community Recreation Center
www.northpenrec.com/NCRC.html
Kodiak Parks & Rec Teen Center
http://www.city.kodiak.ak.us/parks/Pages/default.aspx
City of Valdez Teen Center
"Drop in recreation activities for 7th grade youth to 19 years of age."
http://www.ci.valdez.ak.us/parks/Valdez_Alaska_Parks_Teen_Center.html
Alaska Summer Food
"Food that's in... When school is out!"
http://aksummerfood.com/
State of Alaska Health & Social Services
http://hss.state.ak.us/
Alaska Youth & Parent Foundation
"The Alaska Youth and Parent Foundation (AYPF) is a non-profit agency dedicated to serving the needs of runaway and homeless adolescents and their families."
http://aypfalaska.org/home.html
Alaska Family Services
In Mat-Su: "a number of services for women, children and their families."
http://akafs.org/
Alaska Department of Education & Early Development
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/
- American Samoa
“Gaining Early Awareness & Readiness for Undergraduate Program”
http://gearup.as/
American Samoa Department of Human and Social Services
http://www.dhss.as/
American Samoa Department of Education
http://www.doe.as/
- Arizona
"dedicated to developing a well-educated and highly skilled emerging work force."
http://www.azcallateen.k12.az.us/
Tumbleweed Center for Youth Development
"To serve abused, abandoned, troubled, and neglected youth in our community."
http://www.tumbleweed.org/
Home Base Youth Services for homeless and transitional-living youth
http://www.nativeconnections.org/behavioral-health/HomeBase-youth-services
1N10
"Serving LGBTQ Youth since 1993."
http://www.1n10.org/
Phoenix Birthing Project
"The Phoenix Birthing Project, Inc. (PBP) is the only African American maternal and child health agency in the state of Arizona." Also has Academy of Dreams program for girls 12-18, to inspire accidental pregnancy prevention and attainment of goals.
http://www.phoenixbirthingproject.org/
Fresh Start Women's Foundation
"Fresh Start provides women with expert 'how to' advice, assessment, and video courses..."
http://www.wehelpwomen.com/
Friendly House
"For nearly 90 years Friendly House has been providing not only education, training and support services for thousands of children and families, but also hope. We’re here to help you."
"We can help with your Naturalization process."
http://www.friendlyhouse.org/
Arizona Department of Education
http://www.ade.az.gov/
- Arkansas
Writing contests, blogging, etc... for Arkansas Teens.
http://www.stageoflife.com/StageHighSchool/OtherResources/WeeklyHighSchoolWritingContest/ArkansasTeensMatter.aspx
City of Charleston Skate Park
http://www.aboutcharleston.com/index.php?page=life-skate
Central Arkansas Library System: Teen Page
"Get help with your home work, find cool links to sites with good info, find out what programs are at all twelve branches, or just check out what’s new."
http://www.cals.lib.ar.us/teens/default.aspx
Arkansas Center for Health Improvement
"The Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) is a nonpartisan, independent health policy center dedicated to improving the health of Arkansans."
http://www.achi.net/index.asp
Arkansas Department of Human Services: Division of Youth Services
http://arkansas.gov/dhs/dco/NewDCO/index.htm
Arkansas Youth United
Helps youth with disabilities transition from high school to adult life.
http://www.ayuonline.org/
Arkansas Department of Education
http://arkansased.org/
- California
http://www.nativehealth.org/
Clean Slate
Tattoo removal, gang violence recovery & rage resolution.
http://www.cleanslatela.org/
Huckleberry Youth Program
Serving San Francisco and Marin youth.
http://www.huckleberryyouth.org/
Twelve35 Teen Center (Santa Barbara)
Free place to hang out with your friends.
http://www.santabarbarapal.org/twelve35-teen-center.html
Thousand Oaks Teen Center
http://www.thousandoaksteencenter.com/
REAL Youth Center
Los Angeles
http://www.realyc.com/
California Homeschool Network
http://californiahomeschool.net/resources/teen.htm
California Department of Education
http://www.cde.ca.gov/index.asp
- Colorado
http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-Main/CBON/1251575083520
Colorado Youthnet Searchable Database
http://dola.colorado.gov/wdc_youth/introduction
Community Resource Center
"The Community Resource Center (CRC) creates opportunities, tools and strategies to develop nonprofits and community groups to strengthen Colorado."
http://www.crcamerica.org/
Colorado Domestic Violence Program
Includes a list of shelters.
http://www.colorado.gov/cdhs/dvp
Colorado State Focus on Children & Youth
http://www.cde.state.co.us/stateinfo/slstpfocusbiblio.htm
Colorado Youth Matter
"Colorado Youth Matter works to effectively advocate for policies that support adolescent reproductive health and parenting teens through public education, grassroots campaigns, and working with local coalitions and government officials."
http://www.coloradoyouthmatter.org/
School Choice for Kids
"Colorado kids can 'open enroll' into hundreds of public schools."
http://www.schoolchoiceforkids.org/
Colorado Department of Education
http://www.cde.state.co.us/
- Connecticut
http://atc.zombiegamers.com/
Town of East Haven: Youth Services
Links, job bank info, programs and Teen Center info.
http://www.townofeasthavenct.org/youthsvc.shtml
http://www.facebook.com/pages/East-Haven-Teen-Center/129298430421719?sk=info
Connecticut Youth Leadership Project
"Our goal is to help youth with disabilities meet the challenges of the future, overcome
obstacles and become leaders so that they can make a difference in their communities
and for others with disabilities."
http://www.ctylp.org/
True Colors
"True Colors is a non-profit organization that works with other social service agencies, schools, organizations, and within communities to ensure that the needs of sexual and gender minority youth are both recognized and competently met."
http://www.ourtruecolors.org/
Connecticut Association for Human Services
"Our mission is to end poverty and engage, equip and empower all families in Connecticut to build a secure future."
http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/default.asp
Connecticut Department of Public Health
http://www.ct.gov/dph/site/default.asp
Connecticut Department of Education
http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/site/default.asp
- Delaware
http://kids.delaware.gov/
J.U.S.T. for Youth
"Committed to increasing awareness, reducing risky behaviors, and providing support for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth in Delaware."
http://www.justforyouthde.org/
Delaware Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services
"The Division of Youth Rehabilitative Services (DYRS) provides services to youth in the State of Delaware who have been adjudicated delinquent and ordered by the court system to receive rehabilitative services."
http://kids.delaware.gov/yrs/yrs_MainPage/yrs.shtml
Kids Count in Delaware
"The mission of KIDS COUNT in Delaware is to be the authoritative source of key data about the well-being of children and their families in Delaware, and will use the data as a catalyst to form collaborative partnerships with those who can improve their status."
http://www.ccrs.udel.edu/kids-count
Delaware Department of Education
http://www.doe.k12.de.us/
- District of Columbia
"A safe atmosphere for teens to meet for recreation and personal development."
http://www.mcleancenter.org/kids-teens/old-firehouse.asp
Latin American Youth Center
http://www.layc-dc.org/
Covenant House DC
"Each day, more than 150 youth benefit from our educational programs, vocational training, and community outreach services at Covenant House Washington DC."
http://www.covenanthouse.org/youth-shelter/dc-washington
Metro TeenAIDS
"Metro TeenAIDS is a community health organization dedicated to supporting young people in the fight against HIV/AIDS."
http://metroteenaids.org/
Child and Family Services Agency
http://cfsa.dc.gov/DC/CFSA
Sexual Minority Youth Assistance League
"SMYAL addresses bullying in local schools by providing LGBTQ ally training and outreach to ensure that LGBTQ youth know about our programs and have a safe and affirming environment in which to grow and learn."
http://www.smyal.org/
Youth As Resources
"Supports youth voice in community, state, and national policymaking and facilitates youth-led outreach to policymakers."
http://www.yar.org/
Alliance for Justice
"Alliance for Justice is a national association of more than 100 organizations dedicated to advancing justice and democracy."
http://www.afj.org/
DC Public Schools
http://www.dc.gov/DCPS/About+DCPS
- Florida
http://www.brevardparks.com/visittheparks/activities/central_mn.php
Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network
"The network is a work in progress aimed at establishing outdoor centers for children throughout the state."
http://fyccn.org/
Youth Crisis Center
"YCC provides residential shelter, counseling, transitional and independent living programs for children, teens and young adults."
http://www.youthcrisiscenter.org/
New Image Youth Center
"New Image Youth Center is an after school and summer camp program for at-risk youth in the Parramore community of downtown Orlando."
http://www.newimageyouth.org/
Bay Area Youth Services
Focused on the region of West Central Florida, but filled with more (state and national) links than the fence aisle at a major hardware store.
http://baysflorida.org/youth-resources/
Florida Department of Education
http://www.fldoe.org/
- Georgia
http://www.cobbcountyga.gov/nsc/ourlinks.htm
Georgia Youth Science & Technology Centers
The focus is on grades 3-8, so mainly useful for Jr. High students.
http://www.gystc.org/Home.aspx
Georgia Department of Labor Youth Resources
Some of their links are national, not only local.
http://www.dol.state.ga.us/wp/youth_resources.htm
Georgia Dept. of Human Services Division of Family & Children Services
http://sbwc.georgia.gov/portal/site/DHS-DFCS/
Georgia Teen Institute
"The Georgia Teen Institutes are leadership and substance abuse prevention programs for middle and high school youth across the state."
http://www.georgiati.org/
Covenant House Georgia
"Covenant House Georgia is the only program of its kind in Georgia serving homeless kids every night between midnight and 8:00 AM. "
http://www.covenanthouse.org/youth-shelter/georgia-atlanta
Jesse's House
Emergency Children's Shelter and programs for young women.
http://www.jesseshouse.org/home/
Georgia Department of Education
http://www.doe.k12.ga.us/
- Guam
"Micronesian Youth Services Network (MYSN) is a non-profit organization and a network of various communities within the Micronesian region."
http://sanctuaryguam.org/mysn/index.html
Guam Department of Youth Affairs
"Depåttamenton Asunton Manhoben"
http://dya.guam.gov/
Peace Guam & Peace Guam Services for Youth
A wide variety of links to community programs, substance abuse, counseling, education, emergency shelters, job skills and more on the main page.
http://www.peaceguam.org/Help/community_programs.htm#youth
http://www.peaceguam.org/Help/community_programs.htm
Guam Department of Education
https://sites.google.com/a/gdoe.net/gdoe/
- Idaho
"Idaho Youth Ranch continues to contribute to the lives of Idaho youth and their families today by providing: residential treatment for at-risk youth; family counseling; education scholarships; community transition programs; adoptions; and foster care services."
http://www.youthranch.org/
After 3 by the City of Boise
After School programs and activities.
www.after3boise.com
Idaho Youth Sports Organizations
http://www.cityofboise.org/Departments/Parks/Activities/SportsAndFitness/page10670.aspx
Idaho Youth Wheelchair Sports Camp
"The Idaho Youth Wheelchair Sports Camp (IYWSC) is a camp that provides recreational and competitive opportunities for young athletes age 6-21 years with physical disabilities."
http://www.cityofboise.org/Departments/Parks/Activities/AdaptedRecreation/page4760.aspx
Idaho State Department of Education
http://www.sde.idaho.gov/
- Illinois
http://www.chicagoyouthcenters.org/
49 Lake Teen Center
http://www.oakparkteens.com/
Batavia Teen Center
http://www.bataviaparks.org/facility02_01.htm
Park Ridge Teen Center
http://www.prteencenter.org/
STC Underground (St. Charles Park District Teen Club)
http://www.stcunderground.com/info.htm
Warren Township Center Teen Center ("The Silo")
http://www.warrentownship.net/teen-center-the-silo
Schaumberg Teen Center ("The Barn")
http://www.ci.schaumburg.il.us/HHS/Teen/Pages/TeenCenter.aspx
Niles Teen Center
"The Niles Teen Center is located inside of Golf Mill Shopping Center at the corner of Golf and Milwaukee in Niles, IL."
http://www.vniles.com/Content/templates/?a=1361
Erie Teen Center (Downtown YMCA)
http://www.ymcaerie.org/downtown/teen-center/
Erie Teen Health Center
http://www.eriefamilyhealth.org/locations/erie-teen-health-center
Center on Halsted
Support and activities for LGBTQ community.
http://www.centeronhalsted.org/home.cfm
JFY Chicago Community Resources
Many types of resources--not just job-focused.
http://www.jfychicago.org/student/stu_resources.html
Illinois Youth Media
"Media projects by teenagers, for everyone."
http://illinoisyouthmedia.org/
Madison County Employment and Training
http://www.mcetd.org/YouthOpportunities/resources.asp
City of Chicago Job Resources for Youth
http://www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/fss/supp_info/job_resources_foryouth.html
Illinois State Board of Education
http://www.isbe.state.il.us/
- Indiana
http://www.icadvinc.org/
Planned Parenthood of Indiana
http://www.ppin.org/education-young-people.aspx
Youth Resources
"Our mission is to empower young people to take ownership of challenges they see in the community, devise action plans to address those issues, and implement service projects to improve life in the local community through their leadership."
http://www.youth-resources.org/
Community Partnerships with Youth, Inc.
"Community Partnerships with Youth is a national training and resource development organization..."
http://www.renewal.typepad.com/philanthropy/
Indiana Department of Education
http://www.doe.in.gov/
- Iowa
http://niyouthcenter.com/
Substance Abuse Resources
http://www.idph.state.ia.us/bh/substance_abuse_resources.asp
Youth Alternatives Program
"The Youth Alternatives Program(YAP) provides information to youth and the general public about gang involvement and focuses on alternatives for youth that are at-risk and exposed to violence, delinquency, and gangs."
http://www.famres.org/QCYAP/
Iowa Youth Writing Project
"The Iowa Youth Writing Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing writing resources to Iowa school-age kids via volunteers from Iowa City's literary community."
http://communityfoundationofjohnsoncounty.org/pages/the-endowment/our-current-funds/supporting-local-organizations/iowa-youth-writing-project.php
Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services: Youth
http://www.ncwd-youth.info/node/497
Deaf Services Commission of Iowa: Youth Resources
http://www.deafservices.iowa.gov/youth/index.html
Iowa Homeless Youth Shelters
http://www.yss.ames.ia.us/en/programs/homeless_youth_services/
Youth Philanthropy Initiative of the Iowa Council of Foundations
http://www.iowayouthphilanthropy.org/links.asp
State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council (SIYAC)
"The State of Iowa Youth Advisory Council (SIYAC) is a non-partisan policy advising organization comprised of youth from across the state."
http://www.icyd.iowa.gov/SIYAC/index.html
Iowa Workforce Development: Youth for Iowa
Work and education resources.
http://www.youthforiowa.org/resources.html
Iowa Department of Education: Alternative Education
http://educateiowa.gov/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=727&Itemid=1388
Iowa Department of Education
http://educateiowa.gov/
- Kansas
http://www.lookooh.com/R/Kansas/Recreation+Centers.html
Ballard Community Services
http://www.ballardcenter.org/
Pratt Teen Center
http://local.yahoo.com/info-25438806-teen-center-pratt
Tribune Community Teen Center
http://www.yellowpagesgoesgreen.org/Tribune-KS/Tribune+Community+Teen+Center/18364
Heartland Youth Center
"The Heartland Youth Center (HYC) is a non-profit organization comprised of the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program and the Boys & Girls Club."
http://www.stettlerfcss.com/HeartlandYouthCenter.html
Rural Assistance Center: Rural Health & Rural Human Services
http://www.raconline.org/states/kansas.php
Tri-City Healthcare Teen City Clinic
"Free or low-cost family planning services to people ages 12-24 years."
http://www.tri-cityhealth.org/services/teen_clinic.php
List of LGBTQ Youth Resources
http://www.campkc.com/campkc-content.php?Page_ID=1546
Kansas Youth Empowerment Academy
Serves youth with disabilities all across the state.
http://www.kyea.org/
Kansas Youth Leadership Forum
"A motivational five day forum in which a group of high school juniors and seniors with disabilities come together to learn about leadership, advocacy, and goal setting."
http://transitioncoalition.org/transition/section.php?pageId=65
K State Financial Management Youth Resources
How to handle money.
http://www.ksre.ksu.edu/FinancialManagement/p.aspx?tabid=20
Kansas DropINs
"Interactive site that encourages teens to talk to their friends about staying in school. Free ringtones and wake-up calls."
http://www.ksde.org/Default.aspx?tabid=4354
Kansas State Board of Education
http://www.ksde.org/
- Kentucky
"A non-partisan, non-profit, children's advocacy organization."
http://www.kyyouth.org/
Kentucky Department of Education
http://www.education.ky.gov/KDE/
- Louisiana
http://www.state.lib.la.us/special-services/sbph/for-youth-and-schools
Youth Service Bureau
"The Youth Service Bureau provides licensed, outpatient juvenile substance abuse treatment for youth who come to the attention of the City Court of Slidell’s Juvenile Drug Court due to drugs or alcohol and are ordered to participate in the Drug Court program in lieu of incarceration."
http://www.ysbworks.com/juvenile.php
Teen Life Counts
"Teen Life Counts (TLC) is a school-based suicide prevention and awareness program."
http://www.teenlifecounts.org/
State of Louisiana Homeless Shelter List
http://www.dss.state.la.us/index.cfm?md=pagebuilder&tmp=home&pid=207
Covenant House Louisiana (New Orleans)
Shelter and services for homeless or at-risk youth.
http://www.covenanthouse.org/youth-shelter/louisiana-new-orleans
Youth Oasis
"A local, non-profit organization located in Mid-City Baton Rouge on South Acadian Thruway (near the Baton Rouge General Medical Center’s Mid-City Campus)."
http://www.youthoasis.org/
Louisiana Department of Education
http://www.doe.state.la.us/
- Maine
"Our work at MYAN is to empower and prepare youth and adults to partner to create positive change on issues about which they feel passionate."
http://www.myan.org/
Maine Credit Union League: Youth Financial Services
http://www.mainecul.org/interior.php/pid/4/sid/14
Maine Citizenship Education Taskforce
Regional and national inks for teens.
http://www.maine.gov/education/mecitizenshiped/youth/resource_links.html
Maine Teen Suicide Crisis Prevention
http://www.maine.gov/suicide/youth/resources/index.htm
Maine Department of Education
http://www.maine.gov/education/
- Maryland
"One of the nation's leading domestic violence centers, helping thousands
of battered women and their children find the safety and security that so many of us take for granted."
http://www.hruth.org/
City of Rockville Youth & Family Services
http://www.rockvillemd.gov/residents/ncs/commserv.htm
Maryland Department of Juvenile Services FAQ
http://www.djs.maryland.gov/faq.html
Maryland State Department of Education
http://www.marylandpublicschools.org/MSDE
- Massachusetts
http://www.massresources.org/pages.cfm?ContentID=23&pageID=2&Subpages=%27yes%27&SecondLevelDynamicID=764&DynamicID=469
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
http://www.doe.mass.edu/
- Michigan
http://www.hud.gov/local/mi/homeless/detshelter.cfm
Ozone House: Local Resources for Youth
http://ozonehouse.org/faq/resources.php
Ozone House (Washtenaw County)
Emergency shelter, counseling for youth & families, LGBTQ programming, etc...
"Ozone House is a community-based, nonprofit agency that helps young people lead safe, healthy, and productive lives through intensive intervention and prevention services."
http://ozonehouse.org/
Michigan Department of Education
http://www.michigan.gov/mde
- Minnesota
http://www.poudredesign.com/graffiti/
Apple Valley Parks & Rec Teen Center
"An environment for students in sixth through the 12th grade to socialize casually."
http://applevalley.patch.com/listings/apple-valley-parks-and-recreation-teen-center
Enigma Teen Center (Shakopee)
"There is no cost to hang out at Enigma during drop in times and a small charge applies for special events. "
http://www.ci.shakopee.mn.us/engima.cfm
City of Landfall Teen Center
http://cityoflandfall.com/pic-pages/teen-center.html
The City of Monticello Teen Center ("The Warehouse")
http://www.ci.monticello.mn.us/index.asp?&SEC={5B297333-8B3D-4CDA-878F-1CA16A3A0788}
Minnesota Disability Resources
https://www.disability.gov/health/state_%26_local_resources/minnesota
Teenwise Minnesota
"Teenwise Minnesota is the statewide leader in promoting adolescent sexual health, preventing adolescent pregnancy and gaining support for adolescent parents. We achieve this by developing, strengthening and advancing science-based policies and programs."
http://www.moappp.org/
West Suburban Teen Clinic
"A nonprofit organization, started in 1972, serving young people ages 12-23, their parents and the general community in western Hennepin, Carver and Scott Counties."
http://www.westsuburbanteenclinic.org/
Children's Home Society & Family Services
"We help struggling families stay strong and care for their children."
http://www.chsfs.org/
Emergency Shelters for Young People in Minneapolis
http://twincities.thebeehive.org/local/emergency-shelters-young-people-minneapolis
Avenues for Homeless Youth
"Avenues for Homeless Youth provides emergency shelter, short-term housing and supportive services for homeless youth in a safe and nurturing environment."
http://www.avenuesforyouth.org/
HUD: Shelters and Emergency Housing
http://www.hud.gov/local/mn/homeless/shelterslisting.cfm
Hennepin County Youth Resource Tips
"List of resources in Hennepin County for adolescents and young adults, including tips for accessing services, particularly if you were ever in foster care."
http://www.co.hennepin.mn.us/portal/site/HennepinUS/menuitem.b1ab75471750e40fa01dfb47ccf06498/?vgnextoid=118dfae03dd64210VgnVCM10000049114689RCRD
The Link (Minneapolis)
"Dedicated to supporting hard- to-reach and homeless youth through education, supportive housing and a dynamic network of social services."
http://www.thelinkmn.org/
Minnesota Department of Education
http://education.state.mn.us/mde/index.html
- Mississippi
"Working to break the cycle of juvenile incarceration by making juvenile justice and education systems more responsive to the needs of children, families and the communities in which they live."
http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=97205204907
Mississippi Department of Mental Health
http://www.dmh.ms.gov/
Mississippi Department of Education
http://www.mde.k12.ms.us/
- Missouri
Emergency shelter, transitional living, teen parent, counseling, and other services.
http://www.youthinneed.org/
RAVEN
"RAVEN prides itself on providing high quality domestic violence intervention and prevention services to those at-risk to commit violence."
http://www.ravenstl.org/
Growing American Youth
A social support organization for LGBTQ youth under 21 in the St. Louis area.
http://www.growingamericanyouth.org/GrowingAmericanYouth/Welcome.html
The Den (in Monett)
"The Den is a not-for-profit youth center that exists to provide a safe and fun place for 7th to 12th graders."
http://monettyouthcenter.com/
Slater Youth Center
http://www.cityofslater.com/slater_youth_center.htm
Kansas City Area Youth Center
http://www.earnestshepherd.com/
Missouri Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
http://dese.mo.gov/
- Montana
"Creative programs targeting high school-aged, at-risk youth."
http://www.byep.org/index.php
Montana Youth Leadership Forum
"MYLF (pronounced “my life”) is a unique career and leadership training program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities. By serving as delegates from their communities at a 5-day intensive training, youth with disabilities will cultivate leadership, citizenship, and social skills."
http://www.montanaylf.org/
Montana State Teen Pregnancy Prevention
http://www.dphhs.mt.gov/PHSD/Women-Health/teenpreg-index.shtml
Department of Corrections Youth Services Division
http://www.cor.mt.gov/youthservices/default.mcpx
Montana Office of Public Instruction
http://opi.mt.gov/
- Nebraska
"When youth in crisis have no place to call home, the YES Shelter provides food, housing, and the resources to get them back on their feet."
http://www.yesomaha.org/
Family Health Services, Inc.
http://www.fhsi.org/teens/
University of Nebrasks-Lincoln Pre-Teen, Junior and Teen Project
http://www.nhri.org/projects_programs/pre_teen_project.html
http://www.nhri.org/projects_programs/junior_project.html
http://www.nhri.org/projects_programs/teenage_project.html
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services: Network of Care
Because "Slick Website of Carefully-Selected Resources" didn't have the same ring.
http://dhhs.ne.gov/networkofcare/
Nebraska Department of Education
http://www.education.ne.gov/
- Nevada
"Nevada Youth Alliance is a 501(C)(3), public non-profit agency that specializes in youth development programs and engagement opportunities and community partnership. NYA is aggressive in the development of programs that deal with mentoring, juvenile justice, families, health, education, and recreation. "
http://www.nevadayouthalliance.org/
Nevada Partnership for Homeless Youth
"To Eliminate Homelessness Among Nevada's Youth"
http://www.nevadahomelessyouth.org/teen_resources.html
S.T.R.E.E.T. Teens
"A Las Vegas, Nevada non profit organization dedicated to getting teens off of the street."
http://www.streetteens.org/
Teen Sexuality and Pregnancy in Nevada
Resources located below statistics.
http://www.unlv.edu/centers/cdclv/healthnv/teensex.html
Planned Parenthood Mon Marte
"A range of reproductive and general health services."
www.ppmarmonte.org
Maternal & Child Health Coalition of Northern Nevada
Health resource for pregnant teens and teen parents.
http://mchcoalitionnn.org/
CDC Nevada Adolescent and School Health
http://www.cdc.gov/healthyyouth/states/nv.htm
Nevada Department of Education
http://www.doe.nv.gov/
- New Hampshire
"A variety of activities and support to Dover youth in grades 6 thru 12."
http://www.ci.dover.nh.us/teencenter.htm
New Hampshire Teen Institute
" We offer year-round leadership skills training, substance abuse prevention education, and support for New Hampshire teens, preteens, and adult advisors who are working together to make a difference in their lives and communities."
http://www.nhteeninstitute.org/
Norm Adams Teen Center
"The Norm Adams Teen Center offers rock shows, open mics, field trips and other events on a monthly basis to older teens throughout the area, as well as daily after-school programming for teens 11 - 16 years old. "
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Norm-Adams-Teen-Center/181559038531332?v=info
New Hampshire Department of Education
http://www.education.nh.gov/
- New Jersey
"The largest dedicated teen center in the state of New Jersey and provides engaging opportunities for teens ages 13-19 in New Brunswick."
http://www.nbrec.com/hubteencenter.html
New Jersey Teen Driving
http://www.njteendriving.com/
Atlantic County Government Children & Youth Services
http://www.aclink.org/intergenerational/mainpages/youth_services.asp
Creech Community Center (Forth Ward of Patterson)
"The center is geared towards assistance of food packages, personal need items, and educational help as well." Also runs programming for teens.
http://www.creechcdc.org/
Center for Family Services
"Center For Family Services recognizes that each family has unique issues facing them."
http://www.centerffs.org/
New Jersey Maternal, Child & Community Health Services
http://www.state.nj.us/health/fhs/eis/index.shtml
New Jersey Department of Education
http://www.state.nj.us/education/
- New Mexico
"Links to reputable state, federal and non-state websites with reliable state information."
http://www.nmstatelibrary.org/subject-guide-to-nm-resources
New Mexico State Library: Teen Advisory Groups
"TAGs are groups designed to energize teen programming and services as well as allow teens a greater voice at the library."
http://www.nmstatelibrary.org/services-libraries/programs-services/youth-services/teen-advisory-groups
New Mexico YMCA Youth & Government
http://nmymcayag.org/default.aspx
Youth Radio New Mexico
"The New Mexico blog exposes the voices of NM by providing information on issues, personal stories, pop culture, social justice, civic engagement, and poetry, all through the perspective of New Mexico’s youth."
http://www.youthradio.org/new-mexico
City of Albuquerque Youth & Family Resources
http://www.cabq.gov/youth-information/youth-family-resources
Online Resources for New Mexico Kids & Youth
Resources mainly for 'tweens.
https://www.optumhealthnewmexico.com/consumer/en/youthResources.jsp
New Mexico Forum for Youth in Community
"The New Mexico Forum for Youth in Community (the Forum) functions as a statewide network intermediary that is both a catalyst and support to the positive youth development movement."
http://www.nmforumforyouth.org/
Albuquerque Public Schools Transfer Request Form 2011-2012
http://www.aps.edu/schools/transfers/transfer-request-form
New Mexico Public Education Department
http://www.ped.state.nm.us/
- New York
"The bai Mentor program connects motivated New York City teens with acknowledged successful professional adults to realize their full potential through a variety of academic and social resources and experiences."
http://www.ymcanyc.org/harlem/adult/black-achievers-in-industry/teen-mentoring-program/
Teen Action
"Teen ACTION programs allow youth between the ages of 13 and 21 to design and implement a meaningful service project that meets a need in their community."
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/afterschool/teen_action.shtml
NY Parks & Rec Teen Programs
http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_things_to_do/programs/programs_teens.html
Runaway and Homeless Youth Directory
http://www.ocfs.state.ny.us/main/youth/rhydirectory.asp
SCO Family of Services
"SCO Family of Services provides a comprehensive array of services to children and families throughout New York City and Long Island." (Including shelters)
http://www.sco.org/
NYC Department of Youth and Community Development
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dycd/html/home/home.shtml
Legal Aid Society of New York
"The Legal Aid Society is the country's oldest and largest law firm for poor people."
http://www.legal-aid.org/en/home.aspx
Rose Memorial Library Teen Programs & News (Stony Point)
http://www.rosememoriallibrary.org/teen-programs-news.html
White Plains Teen Resource Guide
"Created to inform teenagers about activities, events, and local stores available in White Plains. It also provides information for teenagers who may be experiencing issues, or have questions."
http://www.whiteplainsteens.com/
Delaware Youth Center in Callicoon, NY
"The Delaware Youth Center is used for a host of events and activities by 5 different townships in New York and nearby Pennsylvania."
http://www.delawareyouthcenter.org/
NYC Department of Education: Fall Behind or Drop Out?
"If you are 21or under and have fallen behind on credits or have dropped out of high school, you have options."
http://schools.nyc.gov/ChoicesEnrollment/AlternativesHS/default.htm
NYC Department of Education
http://schools.nyc.gov/
New York State Education Department
http://www.nysed.gov/
- North Carolina
"Offers a blend of programs and services for children, youth and young adults."
http://www.doa.state.nc.us/yaio/
North Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention
http://www.juvjus.state.nc.us/
With Friends, Inc. Youth Shelter Services
"To specifically address the unmet needs and to make a positive difference in the lives of young people ages 10-21 that are homeless, in crisis, or at-risk in our community."
http://withfriendsyouthshelter.community.officelive.com/default.aspx
North Carolina Department of Health & Human Services
http://www.dhhs.state.nc.us/
North Carolina Public Schools
http://www.ncpublicschools.org/
- North Dakota
http://www.ndhealth.gov/
North Dakota Youth Forward
Career and education resources.
http://ndyouthforward.com/extras/
North Dakota State Government: North Dakota Youth
"This site is dedicated to all the youth of North Dakota and was created especially for youth who are involved in foster care, juvenile justice and mental health systems."
http://www.nd.gov/ndyouth
North Dakota Education Department
http://www.dpi.state.nd.us/
- Northern Marianas Islands
http://www.ovrgov.net/
CNMI Department of Public Health
http://www.dphsaipan.com/
Northern Marianas College
http://www.nmcnet.edu/
CNMI Public School System: Anti-Bullying
http://www.cnmipss.org/parents-community/antibullying/
CNMI Public School System
http://www.cnmipss.org/
- Ohio
Youth Toolkit, "designed to help youth, both employed and those considering employment, make informed choices about their working environment."
http://www.ohiobwc.com/employer/programs/safety/SandHYouthSafety.asp
State Library of Ohio: Youth Services Resources
Summer reading and other youth library services.
http://www.library.ohio.gov/youthservices
Ohio Department of Education
http://www.ode.state.oh.us/
- Oklahoma
"Mental health problems affect one in every five young people at any given time. (Department of Health & Human Services)"
http://www.mentalhealthok.org/youth-resources
Oklahoma State Department of Education
http://sde.state.ok.us/
- Oregon
http://www.pdx.edu/coun/psu-community-counseling-clinic/
Youth Employment Institute: Youth Resources
Lists a wide variety of resources for youth the Portland area.
"YEI is committed to expanding opportunities for youth by providing employment, education and training programs to high risk youth in Portland."
http://www.yei.org/programs/portland-oregon-youth-resources/
Oregon Department of Education
http://www.ode.state.or.us/
- Pennsylvania
"Penn Law's Toll Public Interest Center sets the standard for pro bono legal service."
http://www.law.upenn.edu/pic/
Youth Services Agency of Pennsylvania
"provides a range of services for at-risk and high risk youth in the Juvenile Justice Systems within PA and the surrounding Mid-Atlantic region."
http://www.youthservicesagency.org/
The Montgomery County Office of Children and Youth
"under Pennsylvania law, is mandated to investigate all reports of suspected abuse, neglect or dependency of children from birth to age 18 in Montgomery County."
www.montcopa.org/mcocy/
Safe Haven
"If you’re not ready to take care of a newborn and don’t have anyone to ask for help, there’s a place where you can take your baby to ensure his or her safety and health."
http://www.secretsafe.org/
Common Roads
"provides education, advocacy, and programming to empower lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth throughout the Central Pennsylvania region."
http://www.centralpalgbtcenter.org/commonroads/index.asp
Pennsylvania Department of Education
http://www.education.state.pa.us/
- Puerto Rico
http://www.salud.gov.pr/Pages/default.aspx
Puerto Rico Department of Education
www.de.gobierno.pr/
- Rhode Island
"The Teen Center is located in the Recreation Center and is open to all youth, grades 7-12."
http://www.jamestownri.net/teen/teen.html
Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth & Families
"We are one of a small group of states that integrate the 3 major public responsibilities for troubled children, youth and families in one agency: Child Welfare, Children's Behavioral Health, and Juvenile Corrections. "
http://www.dcyf.ri.gov/
Rhode Island Kids Count
"Rhode Island KIDS COUNT is a statewide children's policy organization dedicated to improving the health, education, economic well-being and safety of Rhode Island's children."
http://www.rikidscount.org/
Women's Center of Rhode Island: Teen Dating Violence Resources
http://www.womenscenterri.org/teenresources.htm
Stop Bullying Now! Rhode Island
"Stop Bullying Now! Rhode Island is a non-profit organization focused on preventing bullying in our society through education and awareness."
http://stopbullyingnowri.yolasite.com/
Rhode Island Department of Elementary & Secondary Education
http://www.ride.ri.gov/
- South Carolina
Has been around since 1790. No, not 1970. Has emergency shelters.
"To provide a continuum of quality, culturally sensitive, child-centered and family-focused programming designed to meet the needs of children and their families experiencing or at risk of abuse, neglect or emotional disturbances."
http://www.cydc.org/
South Carolina Center for Safe Schools
http://ed.sc.gov/agency/Innovation-and-Support/Youth-Services/old/ssys/safe_schools/
South Carolina Department of Health & Human Services
http://www.dhhs.state.sc.us/
South Carolina Department of Education
http://ed.sc.gov/
- South Dakota
http://www.state.sd.us/doh/doh.html
South Dakota Department of Human Resources
http://dhs.sd.gov/
South Dakota Department of Education
http://doe.sd.gov/
- Tennessee
http://health.state.tn.us/MCH/Adolescent/adolescent_index.htm
Tennessee State Board of Education
http://www.tn.gov/sbe/
- Texas
http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/
Texas Education Agency
http://www.tea.state.tx.us/
- Utah
http://hlunix.hl.state.ut.us/
Utah State Office of Education
http://www.schools.utah.gov/main/
- Vermont
http://www.education.vermont.gov/
- Virginia
http://www.mcleancenter.org/
University of Virginia Teen Health Center
"We opened in 1991 and provide personal on-going care to teen patients from ages 12 to 20."
http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/internet/teen-health/
Alternatives, Inc.
"Alternatives, Inc. offers training, consultation, and technical assistance nationally to professional youth workers, adults in the community who are working with young people in some capacity, and young people of all ages."
http://www.altinc.org/
- Virgin Islands
"A broad-based coalition of organizations and individuals committed to increasing political and civic involvement and overall voter participation of Virgin Islanders, ages 14-30."
http://viyouthadvocates.wordpress.com/
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Virgin-Islands-Youth-Advocacy-Coalition-VIYAC/138635709505813?sk=info
Virgin Islands Department of Education
www.doe.vi/
- Washington
"A private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization providing job-readiness and computer skills training along with housing and support services to low-income residents of Pierce and King counties in Washington state."
http://wwee.org/
Multi-Service Center
"Offers integrated support and resources that help individuals and families move from crisis and poverty to greater self-sufficiency," including youth resources.
http://www.multi-servicecenter.com/
Kent Youth & Family Services (Kent, Covington and South King County)
"Professional counseling, education and support services to children, youth and their families in our community, developing innovative programs that meet the evolving challenges of our diverse community in culturally sensitive ways."
http://www.kyfs.org/
Youth Care
Youth shelter and programs.
http://www.youthcare.org/
Peace for the Streets, by Kids from the Streets
A variety of programs geared toward homeless youth and young adults.
http://www.psks.org/
Institute for Family Development
"Providing Services for Intensive Family Preservation, Intensive Family Reunification and Evidence Based Child Welfare Programs."
http://www.institutefamily.org/
New Beginnings
"Shelter, advocacy and support for battered women and their children."
http://www.newbegin.org/
Children's Home Society of Washington
"We provide a comprehensive network of care to 39,000 children and families each year in early learning, family support, out-of-home care, child and family counseling, adoption, and advocacy."
http://chs-wa.org/
Atlantic Street Center (Seattle)
"Services include academic assistance, early learning, leadership development, parent education and support, and mental health counseling."
http://www.atlanticstreet.org/
Black Diamond Community Center (35 miles SE of Seattle)
"Social, recreational, and emergency programs targeted at seniors, families, and the youth of the greater Black Diamond Community area."
http://www.blackdiamondcc.org/
ACAP
"Promotes stable environments for children by offering quality childcare, parent education and resources for families in South King County."
http://www.acapchildservices.org/
Auburn Youth Resources
"Since our inception as an agency in 1973, we have focused on providing services for the low-income and underprivileged children, youth and families of South King & North Pierce Counties."
http://www.ayr4kids.org/
Oasis
"Oasis is a confidential drop-in and resource center for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning (GLBTQ) youth ages 14-24 in Pierce County."
http://www.oasisyouthcenter.org/
Odyssey
"LGBTQ Youth between the ages of 14 and 21 in the greater Spokane region."
http://www.odysseyyouth.org/
Lambert House
"Lambert House is a safe place for queer youth ages 22 and under."
http://www.lamberthouse.org/
El Centro de la Raza (Seattle)
Offers a variety of programs geared toward--but not limited to--the Latino community.
http://www.elcentrodelaraza.org/
Asian Counseling & Referral Services (ACRS)
"The largest multiservice organization serving all the different Asian Pacific American communities - immigrants, refugees and American born - in the Pacific Northwest."
http://www.acrs.org/
Washington State Network for Youth
"Resources for Foster Care, Mental Health/Substance Abuse, Runaway/Homeless, Education, and Juvenile Justice."
http://www.wsnfy.org/resources.php
Washington State Board of Education
http://www.sbe.wa.gov/
- West Virginia
http://www.wvdhhr.org/
West Virginia on the Move
"Initiating, supporting and collaborating with individuals, communities and government to promote a physically active lifestyle in West Virginia since 2004."
http://www.wvonthemove.net/
West Virginia Department of Education
http://wvde.state.wv.us/
- Wisconsin
"This website was created by a group of youth with disabilities for youth in the state of Wisconsin so we could find information about youth leadership and how to get involved in one, convenient location." Many excellent links!
http://www.wiyouthfirst.org/
Wisconsin Teen Parent Resources
http://www.dpi.state.wi.us/sspw/teenpar.html
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction
http://dpi.state.wi.us/
- Wyoming
http://www.wyo4ed.org/
Wyoming Department of Workforce Services: Youth
http://www.wyomingworkforce.org/who/youth.aspx
Compassion Moves Mountains (Teton County)
Programs and resources for youth and families.
http://www.compassionmovesmountains.org/
Wyoming Youth Services Bureau
"A non-profit, community based program designed to confront juvenile problems resulting, in part, from increased substance abuse."
http://wyomingyouthservices.com/
Wyoming Department of Family Services
http://dfsweb.state.wy.us/
Wyoming Department of Education
http://edu.wyoming.gov/