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Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) is sponsored by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS). The SAFE program assists individuals and families in Northern Nevada who are struggling to pay their utility bills due to income limitations or other unusual circumstances with a one-time payment. It supplements state and federal low-income energy assistance programs.
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Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) - Help Paying Utilities | United Way of Northern Nevada & the Sierra Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) - Help Paying Utilities The Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) provides utility bill assistance once a year to Northern Nevada residents facing financial hardship.
Administered by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS), SAFE complements state and federal energy aid programs by filling urgent financial gaps to help keep utilities on. Each individual is eligible to receive up to $500 per year. This program is made possible by the NV Energy Foundation.
UWNNS partners with SAFE Partners throughout Northern Nevada to provide access to this program. Individuals in need of assistance must meet with an identified SAFE Partner to apply for potential utility assistance. SAFE Partners are responsible for verifying eligibility of individuals and providing required documentation to UWNNS for final approval.
Once eligibility is approved by UWNNS, funds will be paid directly to the participating utility company in the individuals’ name. A list of participating SAFE Partners and the participating utility companies is available below. If you would like to donate to SAFE, go to our donation page and select " SAFE - Energy Assistance " from the dropdown under the " Would you like to designate your gift to a particular program?
" question. To qualify for assistance, individuals must: Be a customer of record with the utility company for which you are seeking assistance, e.g. NV Energy, Southwest Gas. Utilities must be for the primary residence in Northern Nevada.
Second homes or vacation homes are not eligible for support. Have a utility bill that is past due. Be experiencing a financial hardship that prohibits the ability to otherwise pay the utility bill.
What utilities are currently available? NV Energy (both electricity and gas) for individuals in Northern Nevada Contact a local SAFE Partner to begin the process. The SAFE case managers will discuss eligibility requirements and request submission of required documentation.
Initial documentation includes: A copy of the most recent utility bill showing the amount due, account number, and due date. Individuals will be asked to show photo identification to verify identify and match to utility bill. SAFE Partners will work with individuals to complete required application forms.
SAFE Partners may ask for additional information, including monthly expenses, to establish need. If an individual is eligible and funding is available, the SAFE Partner will then forward the application to UWNNS for review and potential payment to the utility company. Carson City, Lander County Friends In Services Helping (FISH) 138 E.
Long St. Carson City, NV 89706 Churchill County Social Services 485 W. B St.
Ste. 105, Fallon, NV, 89406 www. churchillcountynv.
gov Douglas County Social Services 2300 Meadow Lane Gardnerville, NV, 89410 www. communityservices. douglascountynv.
gov Elko County Human Services 571 Idaho St. Elko, NV, 89801 Lyon County Human Services 620 Lake Ave. Silver Springs, NV 89429 Consolidated Agencies of Human Services (CAHS) 924 5th Street, Hawthorne, NV, 89415 Nye County Health and Human Services 101 Radar Rd, Tonopah, NV, 89049 398 Main St.
Lovelock, NV 89419 Storey County Health and Community Services 100 Mill St.
Virginia City, NV 89440 Washoe County School District 1950 Villanova Dr, Reno, NV, 89502 775-204-1408 x 1 Sun Valley 775-204-1408 x 2 Reno/Sparks 775-204-1408 x 4 North Valleys 775-204-1408 x 5 Hug (Feemster) If you are not eligible for the SAFE program, you may also consider contacting Nevada 211: Nevada 211 is a non-emergency number that is available 24/7 throughout the year, regardless of holidays or other closures.
Nevada 211 is a statewide resource that can share with you any available resources in your area. You can also chat with Nevada 211 or download their app through the webpage By visiting https://www. nevada211.
org/ By calling 2-1-1 or 1-866-535-5654
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Individuals in Northern Nevada who are customers of record with NV Energy for their primary residence, have a utility bill at least 30 days past due, have not received other state or federal low-income energy assistance…. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Special Assistance Fund for Emergencies (SAFE) is funded by United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra (UWNNS). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Nevada. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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