National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

If a child is missing or has been sexually exploited, you can call and get crisis support and referrals to local counseling. They also take reports of sightings.

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Their page says to call 911 if anyone is in immediate danger, and to call your local police first if your child is missing. Then call this number.

Hours
24 hours
Coverage
Nationwide (U.S.)
Languages
English, Spanish
Best for
Parents
Last checked
October 3, 2026

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We list this organization because people told us it helped. We’re not affiliated with it, and we don’t speak for it. Last checked October 3, 2026: we opened its own site and confirmed this link and number. We don’t call the lines, and hours can change — their site has the latest.

Heavy moment? Call or text 988 — or we’re here.

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