Resources for Teens
For accurate information about Coronavirus (COVID-19) check out the CDC’s website here! This resource tells you what you need to protect yourself and your community. There is a lot of misinformation out there, check with the CDC first!
The Riley’s Way Call for Kindness: The Call For Kindness (C4K) Fellowship gives young leaders (ages 13-23) across the country the skills, connections, and funding they need to run social impact projects that inspire kindness and strengthen their local, national, or global communities. The Fellowship consists of a 12-month leadership development fellowship and a startup grant of up to $5,000. Fellows receive 1:1 coaching and project support, virtual skill-building sessions, an in-person leadership Retreat, mentorship opportunities, and a peer community of other young changemakers. Fellows can also apply for Continuation Grants with ongoing project support and coaching.
DoSomething.org’s offering easy scholarships!
Are you 13 - 25 years old, interested in volunteering, and looking for scholarship opportunities? Click the link here to find out more information!
Read their Coping with Discrimination guide to get simple tips on how to take care of yourself if you face discrimination.
Not sure if you’re registered to vote? Here’s everything you need to know to vote: https://www.vote.org/
The Trevor Project: 1-866-488-7386
The Trevor Project operates the only nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention helpline for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) youth. The Trevor Helpline is available as a resource to parents, family members and friends of young people as well. Visit www.TheTrevorProject.org for more information and resources for young people, including “Dear Trevor,” an online Q&A forum for non-time sensitive questions.
Check out their Guide to Being an Ally to Trans and Nonbinary Youth
National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Both toll-free, 24-hour, confidential hotlines which connect you to a trained counselor at the nearest suicide crisis center
loveisrespect’s purpose is to engage, educate and empower young people to prevent and end abusive relationships.
Highly-trained advocates offer support, information and advocacy to young people who have questions or concerns about their dating relationships. We also provide information and support to concerned friends and family members, teachers, counselors, service providers and members of law enforcement. Free and confidential phone, live chat and texting services are available 24/7/365.
Chat at www.loveisrespect.org
Text LOVEIS to 22522*
Call 1-866-331-9474
Give yourself some love! Learn about self-care here.
Check out Scarleteen for info on sex ed for the real world - inclusive, comprehensive, supportive, sexuality and relationships info for teens and emerging adults
Safe Horizon envisions a society free of family and community violence. We will lead the way by empowering victims of domestic violence, child abuse, sexual assault and human trafficking to move from crisis to confidence.
Need help? Call their 24-hour hotline 1-800-621-HOPE (4673)
Click here to get learn about how to get help after rape and sexual assault.
Click here for their guide “After Sexual Assault: A Recovery Guide for Survivors”
Learn more about Drug & Alcohol Addiction Rehab, Treatment & Recovery in New York City from help.org.
For resources to be a smoke free teen, check out this resource here.
Click to learn about the concern regarding college students and smoking from Maryville University.
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: Scholarships and Cash Awards for Creative Teens!
The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards are open for entries! Share your art and writing to unlock opportunities to scholarships, exhibitions, publications, and community. Creative teens can enter work in 28 categories of art and writing for the chance to receive up to $10,000 in scholarships. All students in grades 7-12 (ages 13 and up) are eligible to participate. Visit this link to find your regional deadline and a full list of scholarships.
SeniorCare: Aging Matters Scholarship
SeniorCare.com continues to bring more awareness to the key issues we face as an aging population. For the 9th consecutive year, we will be awarding an annual college scholarship to an individual that best demonstrates to us why "Aging Matters" to them. A $1500 scholarship will be given annually to a selected college student that currently cares for an aging loved one, works within the senior community, or intends to pursue a career that will have an impact on the elder population. Any existing student (or incoming freshman), in good academic standing, at a 2 or 4 year accredited college can apply for this scholarship. The recipient will demonstrate a unique and admirable understanding and desire to show us that "Aging Matters" to them. Learn more about the Aging Matters Scholarship and apply here.
Click here to learn more about the Porch Scholarship, open to high school seniors and currently enrolled college students.
Click here to learn more about the HireAHelper Scholarship, open to high school seniors and currently enrolled college students.
Study.com recently developed several comprehensive guides for students, parents, and teachers providing useful info on strategies to navigate distance learning during COVID-19. Check out their Homeschool Resources for Special Needs Students During COVID-19 here.
Click here to learn more about financial abuse and financial literacy for women.
Click here to learn more about gender affirmation and gender affirming care.