When we were all busy celebrating our nation's independence with our families, some parents were desperate. They wanted nothing but information that would lead them to their lost child.

In Texas every month many teens don't come home. We don't know the reason for each child, but our minds wander to worst-case scenarios. Sex trafficking, kidnapping, and murder are all on the table when you have no clues.

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These families need your help finding their children. They have canvassed the streets, walked the blocks hopefully searching, and have turned up nothing.

National Center For Missing & Exploited Children

When you need to find a missing child you want to cast a wide net. That is why the National Center For Missing & Exploited Children exists.

This agency gets the word out so that these young adults and children are not forgotten. You can guarantee their families have not forgotten them, and we can help.

In July they reported 26 still missing children in Texas. They come from all walks of life and range in age from 14 - 17.

Why Are So Many Children Missing In Texas Every Month?

There is no rhyme or reason to why these children go missing. The reasons are as varied as they are.

What we do know is raising awareness works. Take a moment to scroll through all the 26 missing children from all over Texas to see if there is anyone you recognize.

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Is there someone new in your family's circle of friends? Do you know their parents and their story?

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These 26 Texas Children Between 14 and 17 Years Old Vanished In July

We don't know the circumstances, but these Texas teens between 14 and 17 years old went missing in July.

Gallery Credit: Dan Patrick