Find support that fits what is happening now
You do not need to know the name of a program before you reach out. Start with the kind of support you need, explore the options below, or contact Youthworks and we will help you find a place to begin.
Immediate Safety & Crisis Support
Youthworks Shelter
Bismarck | Fargo | Minot | Ages 12–17 | Safety and crisis support
Short term, 24/7 staffed shelter and support while a young person and the people involved make a safe plan for what comes next.
Runaway Program
Bismarck | Fargo | Ages 12–17 | Safety and family support
Immediate support for young people who have left home, are considering leaving, or cannot safely stay where they are.
Young Adult Crisis Outreach YACO
Bismarck | Ages 16–25 | Housing and stability
Support for young people who want to address a crisis before it becomes harder to manage.
Street Outreach and Drop In Services
Fargo | Ages 12–24 | Housing and stability
Support and connections for youth who need food, clothing, hygiene supplies, transportation help, or other basic needs.
Family Support
Anger Management
Bismarck | Fargo | Minot | Family support
Support for young people and families who want practical ways to communicate, handle conflict, and respond to strong emotions.
Youth and Family Engagement Center
Bismarck | Minot | Ages 12–17 | Family support
A flexible starting point for youth and families who need support with school, relationships, family concerns, or other challenges.
Brief Strategic Family Therapy
Bismarck | Ages 12–17 | Family support
Short term family therapy that helps families understand patterns, communicate differently, and work toward shared goals.
Housing & Stability
Transitional Housing
Bismarck | Fargo | Minot | Moorhead | Ages 18–24 | Housing and stability
Furnished housing and individualized support for young adults who need a safe, stable place to live.
Parenting Pathways
Bismarck | Moorhead | Ages 18–24 | Housing and stability
Housing and support for young adults who are pregnant or parenting and need a safe, stable place to live.
Juvenile Justice & Prevention
Day Report
Grand Forks | Ages 10–17 | School and court related support
Structured after school support for youth referred through Juvenile Court or the Division of Juvenile Services.
Diversion
Bismarck | Fargo | Minot | Grand Forks | Ages 10–17 | Prevention-related support
Early support that helps youth and families address concerns before juvenile justice involvement grows.
North Dakota Guardian ad Litem Program
Statewide | Ages 0–17 | Court related support
Information and advocacy for young people with a Guardian ad Litem appointed by the court.
Anti-Trafficking & Victim Services
Anti Human Trafficking Services
Statewide | Ages 12–24 | Safety and advocacy
Statewide support for young people affected by sex trafficking, labor trafficking, or exploitation.
VOCA Services
Bismarck | Fargo | Ages 12–24 | Safety and advocacy
Individualized support for youth and young adults who have experienced crime or victimization.
Human Trafficking Education
Statewide | Education and prevention
School and community education on trafficking, exploitation, healthy relationships, online safety, and where to get help.
Youth Leadership & Belonging
Youth Action Boards
Bismarck | Fargo | Ages 12–24 | Youth leadership and belonging
Opportunities for youth in Bismarck and Fargo to share perspectives, shape decisions, and build leadership.
Beautiful Spirit Group
Bismarck | Ages 12–24 | Youth leadership and culture
A free group for Indigenous youth to connect with culture, community, peers, Elders, and supportive adults.
Ogimaa Youth Initiative
Fargo | Ages 12–24 | Youth leadership and culture
A Fargo partnership creating culturally grounded opportunities for Indigenous youth to connect, learn, and lead.
Not sure which program fits?
That is okay. Contact Youthworks and tell us what is going on. We will help you understand the options and decide what may be useful now.