Since 1971, Briarpatch has offered a broad array of services to youth who have runaway, are experiencing homeless, or are facing other challenges. The agency is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving Dane County, Wisconsin. Our programs include: the Briarpatch Youth Shelter, Runaway & Homeless Youth Program, Street Outreach Program, Youth Job Center, Parent Support Program, Teens Like US LGBTQ+ Youth Group, Restorative Justice Program, Connections Advocacy Program, Youth Restitution Program, and Intensive Supervision Program.
