CARSON CITY, Nev. (FOX5) – Over 100 different non-profit leaders from across Nevada gathered at the state legislature Wednesday, urging lawmakers to address critical funding challenges.
They say delays in grant reimbursements and potential federal cuts are putting essential services at risk.
Many nonprofits rely on government grants to operate, but delays in reimbursement could mean covering expenses like payroll, rent, and food costs out-of-pocket while waiting months for repayment.
In Carson City, non-profit leaders pushed for a new bill that would require the state to advance and promptly pay grant funds, ensuring nonprofits can continue serving vulnerable communities.
“The Emergency Food and Shelter Program is currently on an indefinite hold, and so that’s a concern,” said CEO and President of United Way of Southern Nevada Samuel Rudd. “That impacts people with helping with rental assistance, food and shelter.”
Assembly Bill 442 aims to tackle these issues ensuring nonprofits receive state payments within 30 days and allowing them to request advance funding.
The bill is now under review and lawmakers are expected to discuss it in the coming weeks.
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