INFO: Drug Donation: Offers a donation program which allows participating pharmacies to accept medications that were originally dispensed by Nevada Pharmacy. The drugs may be re-dispensed to Nevada resident.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Nevada patients

INFO: Library Archives and Public Records: The Nevada State Library, Archives, and Public Records is an agency within the Department of Administration. The Nevada State Archives serves as the institutional memory of state government by preserving and providing access to original records that document the history of Nevada's government. The State Library offers unique resources to Nevada's citizens, libraries, local governments, state agencies, and businesses. These resources include a full range of information and reference services; library planning and development; and services designed for citizens with disabilities.

Talking Book Services: Provides books and magazines in audio and braille formats. Materials and special playback equipment are loaned to eligible patrons at no cost. All materials are sent to and returned by readers postage-free.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Individuals with a visual or physical impairment that prevents one from reading standard printed material. Those with a reading disability also qualify for access to this program. | How to apply: Visit Website

Languages: French, Spanish

INFO: A non-profit organization with the goal of preserving, interpreting, and developing this important site for the education of present and future generations. Additional contact info: Secondary contact: Susan Bernard, 775-434-3948

INFO: ABLE Nevada: Nevada’s 529 plans are college savings accounts that allow you to invest in a child’s future education. Funds invested in 529 accounts grow on a tax-deferred basis and distributions from the plan are not taxed as long as they are used for qualified educational expenses. Qualified education expenses include costs for items such as tuition, fees, books, supplies and room and board at eligible colleges, universities, community colleges and trade schools; student loan payments; apprenticeships; computers; and even K-12 education expenses.

INFO: Student Loan Ombudsman Program: Provides education and guidance to Nevada's current and future student loan borrowers on student loan terms, repayment and forgiveness options, and higher education financing.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Nevada resident | How to apply: By appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

Languages: Spanish

MISSION: The mission of the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services is to engage clients, staff, and the community to provide public assistance benefits to all who qualify and reasonable support for children with absentee parents to help Nevadans achieve safe, stable, and healthy lives.
INFO: Many individuals are looking for a new or better job. Nevada provides residents access to a number of assistance programs, educational services, career counseling, and job training resources. So whether you are currently unemployed and are searching for a new job or maybe you just want to gain a new skill the state of Nevada and federal government have several programs available to you. The Career Enhancement Program, or CEP, is paid for by employers. It offers re-employment services to job seekers and can provide clients with training designed to improve their earning potential. This includes resources to help them increase their skills set and resulting job skills that are required in today's workplace. CEP works closely with the Nevada Unemployment Insurance Department to ensure that those that need assistance get it. Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP- formerly known as Food Stamps), needy and non-needy caretaker program, energy assistance (EAP) and Medicaid. You can complete and submit applications, check the status of applications, and benefits online
Sparks District Office - Hours 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

INFO: New Mama Care Kits-Las Vegas: Provides afterbirth kits to mothers to include feminine pads, witch hazel wipes, disposable underwear, hand sanitizer, and other items. Information about "What to Expect After Giving Birth", and additional materials to recognize signs of postpartum depression and other relevant information for families with young children. *Based on availability.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Nevada resident, pregnant or recently postpartum. | How to apply: By appointment. Email, or visit website for information

Sober Moms Healthy Babies: Website focuses efforts on preventing substance misuse during pregnancy and providing women, their families and providers information on resources and treatment options. Service approved by BHCEN (Behavioral Health Certifications for Excellence in Nevada, previously known as SAPTA).
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Pregnant women | How to apply: Visit website

Languages: Spanish

INFO: New Mama Care Kits-Reno: Provides afterbirth kits to mothers to include feminine pads, witch hazel wipes, disposable underwear, hand sanitizer, and other items. Information about "What to Expect After Giving Birth", and additional materials to recognize signs of postpartum depression and other relevant information for families with young children. *Based on availability.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Nevada resident, pregnant or recently postpartum. | How to apply: By appointment. Email, or visit website for information

Languages: Spanish

INFO: Financial support and basic needs are for Native Americans in the community.

INFO: Nevada Urban Indians Has many different services including Employment and Job Training. Provides healthcare & community services to the urban Indian population of Nevada. Community Health & Medical Services, Victim Services Program and Diabetes Education & Outreach. Healthcare and community services for American Indians and Alaskan Natives

INFO: Preparatory Program: Preparatory program for women who have the desire to enter into a trade apprenticeship and need additional training and preparation opportunities PRIOR TO completing a trade apprenticeship. Provides math, science, safety readiness, and test taking skills required to pass trade apprenticeship exams.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Women who need to complete a 150 hour Comprehensive Preparatory Course (CPC) | How to apply: By Appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

INFO: 8:00 am-5:00 pm M-F

MISSION: NYEP is a housing-based, learning-capable system for young women (18–24) experiencing homelessness in Reno, Nevada.

It builds sustained independence through:
structure, standards, consistency, and accountability.

Housing provides stability.
Services provide support.
Daily expectations provide development.
INFO: NYEP gives homeless young women (18-24) in the Reno area a chance to reroute their lives through a structured program that provides housing and basic needs, life skills training, opportunities to practice new life skills, and the support and love of a family.

Focused on serving homeless young women through a structured housing model.

NYEP’s Continuum of Care - A phased approach to stabilization and growth.
Community Living Program (CLP) - structured, housing-based stabilization
Sonder - shared transitional housing
Gen Den - intergenerational housing complex

INFO: Food Pantry: Distributes food to the community on the 1st, 2nd, and 4th Saturday of each month.
Fees: No Fee | How to apply: Walk-in

Languages: Spanish

INFO: New Beginnings Ministries: Provides food distribution to the community every Wednesday.
Fees: No Fee | Eligibility: Residents of North Las Vegas and Las Vegas. | How to apply: Walk-in

Also serves: Las Vegas

INFO: Family Resource Center: Provides food assistance (based upon availability), transitional housing assistance, clothing for children and adults, youth support group for ages 10 to 18 years old, ID and birth certificate vouchers.
Fees: No Fee | How to apply: By appointment only. Call, email, or visit website for information.

INFO: New Frontier is dedicated to promoting individual, family and community wellness through a variety of substance abuse and behavioral health services. Recently they celebrated 50 years of service with an open house offering food, fun, and friendship. In the past they have hosted family fun days in Fallon consisting of a 5k color run/walk, family games, vendor booths, and more.A 45-day inpatient treatment program for men and women with drug and/or alcohol addictions. New Frontier is a non-smoking program, which includes the outside premises. Outpatient treatment is an option after successful completion of in-patient program. Transitional living is an option up to a 6-month stay.

INFO: May not be open.
Monday-Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm
Additional phone (775)-400-6468

INFO: Faith based recovery ranch for those with the desire to recover from alcohol/drug dependency. Minimum 6 month stay required. Not set up for Parole and Probation inmates as there is no leaving the ranch.

INFO: BST/PSR Therapy: Offers BST/PSR, individual/group/family therapy, mental health assessments and information on transitional housing. Helps individuals with serious mental illness to improve functioning and integrate into the community. A formal evaluation will be conducted by licensed professionals (therapist/psychologist/psychiatric) to help individuals stabilize and move towards permanent housing and independence.
Fees: Sliding Scale | Eligibility: Based on insurance. | How to apply: Walk-in or by appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

Languages: Spanish
Also serves: Las Vegas

MISSION: We are committed to carrying out the Great Commission of preaching the Good News of Jesus around the world. There are places where we many never be able to go, however, we are dedicated to assigning and assisting those who are able.
INFO: Hours Tuesday 5:30-7:00

INFO: New Life USA Nevada: Offers a 20-month residential substance use disorder recovery program. All residents are involved in work activities which are a direct part of the ministry and help program participants develop basic life and trade skills, which they will practice in their New Life after the program. Work activities may include agriculture and farming, facility and equipment repairs, cooking, product sales, and/or office duties.
Fees: Recovery program is no cost but a refundable security deposit (refunded once participant completes 20-month program) is required. | Eligibility: Adults who desire to change and go through the recovery process. | How to apply: By Appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

INFO: New Start Sober Living-Algonquin Drive: Offers private/semi-private/community rooms for men in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Works directly with drug court, parole and probation, and other government/county release programs.
Fees: Sliding Scale | Eligibility: Must be a male in recovery from drugs and alcohol. | How to apply: By appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

Languages: Russian, Spanish, Ukrainian

INFO: New Start Sober Living-Howard Drive: Offers private/semi-private/community rooms for men in recovery from drugs and alcohol. Works directly with drug court, parole and probation, and other government/county release programs.
Fees: Sliding Scale | Eligibility: Must be a male in recovery from drugs and alcohol. | How to apply: By appointment. Call, email, or visit website for information.

Languages: Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian