Boys Town received nearly 100,000 contacts in 2024—nearly half tied to mental health. Experts say early intervention and open conversations with kids are key to preventing long-term struggles.

Boys Town is proud to support #MyFriendToo—a resource helping kids speak up about abuse and support their friends. Learn more: www.myfriendtoous.org

Boys Town National Hotline saw a spike in calls last Wednesday, as heightened emotions after the election led to increased anxiety and stress for youth and families seeking support.

Five years ago, Isabela was planning to take her own life, but she made one last call to the Boys Town hotline.

The Boys Town National Hotline answered 101,824 calls last year. And, it helped prevent 465 suicides in progress. Teens especially continue to struggle with challenging topics..