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Government Shutdown Resources

Here you’ll find helpful tools, guidance, and information to support you during the government shutdown. Explore available resources to stay informed, access assistance, and get the help you need.

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Housing & Shelter

Housing Assistance
Housing Assistance

Housing Assistance

Emergency Fund Support

Need help with basic needs? United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierras Emergency Fund supports individuals and families in crisis.

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Housing Assistance

HELP of Southern NV

Supports individuals and families with rental assistance, housing services, and emergency resources.

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Housing Assistance

Reno Housing Vouchers

Provides Emergency Housing Vouchers for individuals and families facing homelessness, domestic violence, or trafficking.

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Housing Assistance

Nevada Rural Housing

Offers rental housing assistance and vouchers for individuals and families in Nevada’s rural communities.

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Housing Assistance

Salvation Army Reno

Offers emergency rental assistance for short-term or unforeseen financial crises, based on available funds.

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Rental Home Assistance
Rental

Rental Home Assistance

National Rental Home Council

Offers deferred rent payment and no late fees for renters affected by the federal government shutdown.

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Rental Home Assistance

Southern NV Housing

Provides Section 8 vouchers and public housing options to help low-income families find affordable rentals.

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Rental Home Assistance

Catholic Charities Reno

Provides rental assistance with a required screening assessment for individuals and families in need.

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Rental Home Assistance

OPM Sample Letters

Provides templates to request rent, mortgage, or utility relief from landlords, lenders, or service providers.

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Rental Home Assistance

Nevada HAND

Develops and manages affordable rental housing communities for low-income seniors and families in Southern Nevada.

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Rental Home Assistance

Reno Rental Assistance

Helps eligible households with rent or deposit support if income is under 60% AMI and housing stability is at risk.

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Eviction-Prevention Assistance
Eviction Prevention

Eviction-Prevention Assistance

Legal Aid So. Nevada

The Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada offers free legal support for low-income individuals facing eviction or housing issues.

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Eviction-Prevention Assistance

NN Legal Aid

Northern Nevada Legal Aid helps low-income Washoe County residents facing eviction with free legal support and housing guidance.

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Eviction-Prevention Assistance

Nevada Legal Services

Nevada Legal Services provides free legal aid to eligible low-income residents, including Section 8 tenants, at risk of eviction.

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Eviction-Prevention Assistance

Clark Country Social Services

Offers various assistance programs, including rental and utility assistance, which may help prevent eviction.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter
Homeless and Emergency

Homeless & Emergency Shelter

Help Hope Home Guide

A resource directory with services for individuals facing homelessness in Southern Nevada.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

SafeNest

Emergency shelter and support for women and families fleeing domestic violence.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

OUR Place

Shelter for women and families in the Reno-Sparks community.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

Eddy House

Shelter and supportive services for youth ages 18–24 experiencing homelessness.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

Courtyard Resource Ctr.

Central hub offering shelter, meals, hygiene facilities, case management, and medical and employment services.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

DV Resource Center

Short-term emergency shelter for women fleeing domestic violence in Reno-Sparks.

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Homeless & Emergency Shelter

Reno-Sparks Gospel

Emergency and long-term shelter and support services for men and women.

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Transportation & Auto

Auto Assistance
Auto Assistance

Auto Assistance

Toyota Financial Services

Offering up to two months of deferred or extended payments for qualifying lease and finance customers.

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Auto Assistance

Hyundai Motor Finance

Providing 30-day extensions on auto loans and leases for furloughed federal employees during the shutdown.

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Auto Assistance

Lexus Financial Services

Offering up to two months of deferred or extended payments for qualifying lease and finance customers.

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Auto Assistance

Kia Motors Finance

Offering 30-day payment deferrals for furloughed government employees impacted by the shutdown.

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Home, Auto & Life Insurance Relief
Home Auto Life

Home, Auto & Life Insurance Relief

MetLife

Offering a one-time 30-day grace period on Auto & Home insurance premium payments for furloughed employees.

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Home, Auto & Life Insurance Relief

Fidelity & Guaranty Life

Waiving insurance charges for 30 days to keep policies active for AFGE members impacted by the shutdown.

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Financial & Employment

Financial Relief
Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Bank of America

Offering financial help for furloughed federal employees, including flexible payment and hardship assistance.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Congressional Federal Credit Union

Offering relief loans and financial support programs to members impacted by the federal government shutdown.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Interior Federal Credit Union

Offering 0% interest furlough loans up to two paychecks, plus other short-term financial support options.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

PayPal

Offering $25 million in interest-free cash advances to furloughed federal workers needing immediate relief.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

U.S. Employees Credit Union

Offering short-term shutdown loans and other financial aid for furloughed federal employees in need.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Synchrony Bank

Allowing affected customers to defer store card payments and access hardship assistance during furloughs.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Wells Fargo

Offering several financial relief options and a dedicated support line for furloughed federal employees.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Chase Bank

Providing tailored support for federal workers affected by the shutdown through a dedicated assistance line.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

FedChoice Federal Credit Union

Providing multiple financial relief options for both new and existing members affected by furloughs.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Navy Federal Credit Union

Providing a special loan program for furloughed federal workers and families to ease financial hardship

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

U.S. Bank

Waiving late fees, deferring mortgage payments, and offering relief options for affected federal employees.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

SunTrust (now Truist)

Providing programs to help clients affected by the government shutdown manage loans and daily expenses.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

Union Plus

Union members may qualify for grants, loans, or payment relief programs during the government shutdown.

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Financial Relief & Banking Assistance

USAA

Providing deferment options for loans and credit card payments to members affected by the shutdown.

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Furlough Relief
Furlough Relief

Furlough Relief

FEEA-NARFE

Offering $100 grants to active federal employees who are furloughed or working without pay during the shutdown.

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Furlough Relief

Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)

TSP allows furloughed employees to pause loan payments without penalty or documentation during non-pay status.

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Unemployment
Unemployment

Unemployment

U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM)

Federal employees may qualify for unemployment compensation through their state’s unemployment agency.

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Unemployment

Filing For Unemployment

Out of work from the government shutdown? You may qualify for unemployment benefits. Your union is here to help.

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Utilities & Services

Utilities
Utility Assistance

Utility Assistance

Utility Assistance

Need help with utility costs in Southern Nevada? Eligible households may qualify for monthly financial assistance through county programs.

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Utility Assistance

NV Energy

Need help with your power bill? NV Energy offers flexible payment plans and is waiving certain fees to support customers during financial hardship.

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Utility Assistance

ULAN

Need help with utility or living costs? ULAN offers emergency financial help and connects eligible households to local support programs.

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Utility Assistance

Southwest Gas

Need help with your gas bill? Southwest Gas offers flexible payment plans and assistance options to help customers manage costs and maintain service.

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Mobile Service Assistance
Mobile

Mobile Service Assitance

Verizon

Offering flexible payment arrangements through its Promise to Pay program for furloughed employees.

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Mobile Service Assitance

Sprint

Offering short-term payment relief options and account support for affected customers.

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Mobile Service Assitance

T-Mobile

Allowing payment extensions and flexible billing plans for customers impacted by the shutdown.

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Mobile Service Assitance

AT&T

Providing late fee adjustments, extended payment schedules, and billing assistance during the shutdown.

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Basic Needs

Food
Food Assistance

Food Assistance

Food Pantry Services

Need food support? The Three Square Center connects you with pantries, meal sites, SNAP help, and other community resources.

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Food Assistance

Feeding America

Connects people nationwide to food through 200 food banks and 60,000 pantries serving every U.S. community.

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Food Assistance

Why Hunger

Find nearby food sources by texting your ZIP code or visiting their site for local hunger relief resources. Call or text 1-800-5HUNGRY for help.​

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Food Assistance

NNVMAP

NNVMAP provides vital emergency food assistance to indiviuals and families facing hardship. Our Pantry is open Mon-Wed. Everyone is welcome.

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Food Assistance

NNVMAP Food Assistance

Facing hardship in Northern Nevada? NNVMAP provides emergency food assistance with pantry services open Mon and Wed—everyone is welcome.

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Food Assistance

Your School District

Notify your school district of furlough status to qualify your child for free breakfast and lunch program.

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Food Assistance

Emergency Fund Support

Need help with basic needs? United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierras Emergency Fund supports individuals and families in crisis.

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