The State of Nevada has announced it successfully transmitted approximately $29 million in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits to more than 196,000 eligible households on November 5th.

This funding comes following guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) outlining that SNAP recipients will receive up to 50% of their previous benefit amount depending on the household’s income.

“Getting benefits onto EBT cards quickly is essential for Nevadans receiving SNAP,” said Robert Thompson, Nevada Division of Social Services (DSS) Administrator. “While some projected it could take days or even weeks to adjust computer systems and recalculate hundreds of thousands of benefit amounts, our team — with the full support of Governor Lombardo and his cabinet — planned for this possibility and began the work before the federal government issued new guidance. Thanks to the hard work and readiness of DSS staff, and the constant support from the Governor’s Office, Nevada completed the transition within hours, not days — ensuring SNAP recipients received their benefits without any additional delays that have been caused by the federal shutdown.”

Typically, benefits are staggered over the first 10 days of the month; however, all benefits were issued today.

Under the direction of the federal government, SNAP recipients will receive 0-50% of their normal benefit amount depending on the amount of the household’s income. Households with no income will receive 50% of their previously approved amount of SNAP, while households with greater income will receive a smaller percentage or even no benefit.

Approximately 70% of Nevada SNAP eligible households have some income and approximately 13,900 of previously approved households will not receive a partial SNAP benefit under the current federal guidance.

SNAP customers should confirm their SNAP balance by visiting ebtEdge or calling (866) 281-2443. Unspent SNAP benefits issued prior to the ongoing government shutdown remain available for use.

Additional food resources can be found by visiting Nevada211.org.

The Nevada National Guard is set to help distribute food to food banks on Wednesday as part of Governor Lombardo's Food Insecurity Nevada Plan.

This is in addition to the Nevada National Guard’s work at the Three Square distribution center in Las Vegas that began Monday.

In total, the Nevada National Guard will activate about 35 personnel to support food banks across the state to aid Nevada’s food and logistical distribution efforts. This request is in support of the Nevada Department of Agriculture and based on the needs of the food banks.

Other resources include:

Nevada 2-1-1 (Statewide Food Assistance Resource)

Overview: Free, confidential, statewide service connecting residents to food assistance programs, pantries, meals, SNAP/EBT support, and other essential resources.

How to Access:

Dial 2-1-1 or 1-866-535-5654 (toll-free).

Text your ZIP code to 898-211 for location-specific assistance.

Visit the Food Services Finder online to locate nearby pantries, emergency food programs, senior meals, and more.

Website: nevada211.org/food-services

Food Bank of Northern Nevada (FBNN)

Overview: Central hub distributing food to pantries and running mobile-community programs. Serves all ages, with emphasis on fresh produce and staples. No ID required for most distributions; first-time visitors complete a brief intake form (confidential.

  • Mobile Harvest: Weekly drive-thru distributions of fresh fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples. Open to all; one visit per household, per week. Arrive one hour early.
  • Schedule: Download PDF at www.fbnn.org/gethelp for Washoe County locations (e.g., parks, schools, community centers in Reno/Sparks).
  • Neighborhood Pantries: Over 70 partner sites (churches, schools, community centers), offering grocery bags. Hours vary; full list with schedules at fbnn.org/gethelp/neighborhoodpantry.
  • Senior Nutrition & Wellness (SNW, formerly CSFP): Monthly boxes of staples for low-income seniors 60+. The income level for one person is $1,957 and for 2 people it is $2,644. Requires proof of income, NV residency, and photo ID. Annual certification in July.
  • Schedule (October/November 2025): Washoe County PDF.
  • Produce on Wheels: Fresh produce for seniors 60+. Same eligibility as SNW.
  • Schedule: Washoe County PDF.
  • Kids Café: Free meals (breakfast/lunch) for kids up to age 18 at ~20 sites (e.g., after-school programs, schools). Parents must show child ID or provide name/age. Check fbnn.org/gethelp/foodfinder for locations.
  • TEFAP (Emergency Food Assistance Program): USDA commodities at select pantries for income-eligible households (limits similar to SNW).