The well-being and safety of our athletes is our highest priority: in the gym, at competitions, on the road, and online. If something doesn't feel right, we want to know. Every report is confidential, read by the people responsible for acting on it, and taken seriously.
Worried a child is being abused?
Report it to Maryland CPS or the police. In Maryland that's every adult's legal duty. Telling us too is welcome, but it doesn't replace that report.
1-800-91-PREVENT →In crisis or feeling unsafe?
Call or text 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, any time, day or night.
Call or text 988 →Your report is seen only by the few people responsible for responding. It is never shared with teams, other families, or the person it's about. We will share it with the authorities when the law or our USASF obligations require it.
Every report is read by our designated safeguarding lead and our owner, and handled with care, fairness, and urgency.
No athlete, family, or staff member will face retaliation for raising a concern in good faith, including in team placement.
Being specific helps us act quickly and fairly: who was involved, what happened, when and where, and who else saw it. You don't need every answer. Tell us what you know.
Four short sections. Take your time. The more specific you can be about who, what, when, and where, the better we can help. Only the questions marked * are required.
If your concern involves our leadership, or you'd rather speak to someone independent, these organizations can help. You never need our permission to contact them.
Statewide line 24/7 · County line weekdays 8–5
Report suspected abuse or neglect of any child in Maryland. Under Maryland law, anyone who has reason to believe a child is being abused or neglected must report it, and you can do so without proof.
Online anytime · Helpline weekdays 8–6 ET
The U.S. All Star Federation governs All-Star cheer. Report a concern about a member gym, coach, or staff member online (anonymous reports accepted) or by phone.
24/7 · Call or text
Talk with a counselor about abuse. For kids and for adults who are worried about a child. Free and confidential. Counselors don't file reports for you.
24/7
For anyone feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, or in crisis. Free, confidential, and no personal information required.
Online anytime · Phone weekdays
For athletes, coaches, and families who are also USA Cheer members. Handles sexual misconduct and other abuse within the Olympic & Paralympic movement.
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