Learn about grants for felons in Nevada and find out about other programs and opportunities that help felons make a fresh start.
Reentry Grants For Felons in Nevada 2025
Local reentry services offer felons a wide range of programs and resources. Reentry programs help with housing, education, training, employment, and support. Small grants may be available to help with transportation and initial housing costs.
Contact Goodwill Industries or call the free 2-1-1 helpline to find your nearest reentry program.
Basic Needs Grants in Nevada for Felons
Felons can qualify for grants and programs that help pay for basic living expenses. If you’re on a low income, you may be eligible for help to buy food, pay your rent, and access medical care.
SNAP (Food Stamps)
Access to SNAP benefits is based on income and household size. If you qualify for SNAP, you’ll get money to spend on groceries each month.
A single person will qualify with income under $2510 per month. The maximum SNAP payment for a single person is $292 per month.
How much can you get: https://www.snapscreener.com/screener/nevada
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
TANF is a time-limited monthly cash benefit for low-income families with children under 18. A family of 3 is eligible for up to $386 per month.
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Medicaid
Low-income individuals and families may qualify for free or low-cost healthcare through the Medicaid program.
Apply for SNAP, TANF, and Medicaid through Access Nevada.
Felons can also get free or subsidized, income-based medical care from government healthcare centers.
Find free clinics in Nevada: https://www.freeclinics.com/sta/nevada
Rent Assistance For Felons
Can felons qualify for Section 8 in Nevada? Yes, if you fall within the income limits for your household size and pass a background check, you’re eligible for rent assistance programs.
Having a felony won’t automatically disqualify you. Housing authorities assess criminal backgrounds on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the nature and age of the offense and your rehabilitation record.
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Can Felons Get Help Paying Utility Bills In Nevada?
Yes, your felony won’t affect your ability to get help with your energy bills.
The Nevada Energy Assistance Program (EAP) gives low-income households an annual grant to help pay for energy.
Felons are eligible to apply if they meet the income limits. Funds are limited so apply early. The application window opens on July 1st each year. The maximum grant is $3,136.
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Project Reach helps low-income Nevada residents aged 62 and older pay a past-due bill.
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The SAFE program helps households suffering financial hardship pay an overdue power bill.
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Catholic Charities and the Salvation Army sometimes offer small grants to help cover unaffordable energy bills. Call the 2-1-1 helpline for more information.
Modest Needs Grants
Modest Needs offers financial assistance to individuals and families experiencing short-term emergencies. Grants are paid directly to vendors or creditors, ensuring funds are used for bills like rent or medical expenses.
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WIOA Employment Grants
The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) provides resources to help felons gain new skills and find jobs with felon-friendly employers. WIOA also funds training and certifications so you can find work in high-demand industries.
Ask about WIOA programs at your local Job Center.
Grants To Go Back to School
Felons in Nevada have access to state and federal grants that help cover the cost of college or trade school.
Pell Grant: The federal Pell Grant is paid to all students who meet the low-income threshold. The amount you get depends on your household income and your cost to attend school. The annual maximum grant is $7,395.
For more information, CLICK HERE. https://studentaid.gov/understand-aid/types/grants/pell
FSEOG: The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) helps low-income undergraduate students pay for their education. Grants range from $100 to $4,000 per year. Funding for this grant is limited, so apply early.
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Silver State Opportunity Grant: Students enrolled for at least 12 credit hours at state colleges and community colleges can receive up to $5,500 per year from this needs-based grant program.
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Small Business Grants Nevada
Nevada grants for small business owners include:
SBDC Grants
Felons interested in starting a business can get advice and training from the Nevada Small Business Development Center.
SBDC advisors can help you identify Nevada small business grants you can apply for and explain other financing options like Small Business Administration (SBA) loans.
How much can you get through an SBA loan? The amount you’ll qualify for depends on your credit history and other factors. The maximum SBA loan is $50,000.
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Capital Readiness Program Grants
This program is another resource felons can benefit from. Managed by the Minority Development Business Agency, the program supports minority and other underserved small business owners.
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Nevada Women’s Business Center
Female felons with low to moderate income can receive entrepreneurial training through free workshops, and access to loans to help fund a business startup or expand an existing business.
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