Resources
Resources
Ask the Ref – Bereau of Automotive Repair Smog Check Referee Program
Car
everyone
Auto Body Inspection Program - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Car
California vehicle owners
Calculate Used Vehicle Fees
Car
$0
California vehicle buyers and owners
California's Low Cost Auto Insurance
Car
$250
Income-eligible, good drivers
Eligibility and Application $12000 EV incentive
Car
Up to $12,000 incentive toward purchase or lease of a new or used EV
California households at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Level with an older car to scrap, living where the local air district runs no Clean Cars 4 All program.
eMotion Autos | Used Electric Vehicle Dealership
Car
$12,000
income‑qualified buyers, low‑income households (under ~ $110,000), very‑low‑income Californians qualifying for DCAP
ENDED Sept 30, 2025 — Federal Used-EV Tax Credit (was 30% up to $4,000)
Car
$4,000
income‑qualified buyers (AGI ≤ $75k single, $112.5k head of household, $150k joint), PG&E customers, California income‑qualified residents replacing an older car, eligible non‑original owners.
Home - North Lake Tahoe Express
Car
$0
Everyone
Lease EV Discounts – Ride and Drive Clean
Car
$17,400
MCE customers
Leasing New EVs and Incentives - Electric For All
Car
Browse new EV models with available federal, state, and local incentives by ZIP code
All U.S. residents considering an EV purchase or lease
Low-Income Bus Pass (referral) — Nevada County Connects
Car
Six months of subsidized, reduced-fare riding at a time — via FREED, Social Services, or Behavioral Health referral
Households with income between 138% and 200% of the federal poverty level
Parts Locator Service (PLS) – Ask the Ref
Car
$0 (free service; parts cost varies)
everyone
Repair Cost Waivers – Ask the Ref
Car
$650
Everyone
Sacramento's Clean Cars 4 All
Car
$9,500
Income-qualified residents in disadvantaged communities
Kids & teens ride the bus FREE (Nevada County Connects)
Car
Children
youth ages 6‑17 and children 5 and under
MyFirstEV — $3,500 off a first new EV or $1,750 off a used one at the dealer (CARB)
Car
Money
$3,500 off a new ZEV (MSRP ≤$50k) or $1,750 off a certified pre-owned one (≤$25k), at the point of sale
California residents who have never owned or been listed on the title of a zero-emission vehicle; no income limit; one per person.
Golden Ticket — free bus for life at 80+ (Nevada County Connects)
Car
Senior
Lifetime free rides on all regular Nevada County Connects routes (1-7) — proof of age is the whole application
Seniors aged 80 and over
CALeVIP Fast Charge California Project — up to $100,000 per DC fast-charging port (Window 2: Oct. 7, 2026–Jan. 14, 2027)
Car
Small Business
Up to 100% of approved costs: $55,000 per port (150–274.99 kW) or $100,000 per port (275 kW+)
Owners of publicly available sites anywhere in California who will own the charging equipment and have ready-to-build projects (permit issued and final utility service design). Charging hubs, hotels and business districts are not eligible site types
Free Games | Download A Free PC Game Every Week - Epic Games Store
Children
$
Everyone
Free Reading Coach Preview
Children
$500
everyone
Homeschool Discount Laptops | NFS is a Nonprofit Organization
Children
$
Any U.S. homeschool family. No income test, no paperwork — self-identify at checkout by entering 'Homeschool' as the educational institution.
Museums for All
Children
$3
SNAP/EBT (CalFresh) card holders
Programs - MAIN - Games for Love
Children
$0
Kids in hospitals (via hospital partnership); any child/teen for free coding; students with childhood adversity for STEM scholarships; aspiring engineers for internships
The information you need to find child care you can trust. - My Child Care Plan
Children
Free tool to find quality licensed child care providers in California by answering a quick survey
Families in California seeking child care
Who is eligible for a CalKIDS account? | CalKIDS
Children
$1500
California newborns (born on/after July 1 2022) and California public‑school students (grades 2–12) enrolled on Fall Census Day who are low‑income or English Learner, foster youth, or unhoused
Mindfulness Practices for Families | ZERO TO THREE
Children
$
Children, parents
How to Get SUN Bucks
Children
Food
$120 per eligible child loaded onto an EBT card for summer food purchases
Children who qualify for free or reduced-price school meals, or receive CalFresh, CalWORKs, or Medi-Cal at or below 185% FPL
Find a Dentist | InsureKidsNow.gov
Children
Health
Free or low-cost dental care for California kids and most adults through Medi-Cal Dental and CHIP, plus directory tools to find a participating dentist.
Kids up to age 19 on Medi-Cal or CHIP — full dental coverage. Adults on Medi-Cal also covered (note: July 2026 changes for some adults based on immigration status; kids unaffected).
How to Talk to Kids About School Shootings — Child Mind Institute
Children
Health
Free guide
Anyone (parents and caregivers)
Miracle Flights. A Cure For Distance
Children
Health
$0
Children age 17 and under who are medically cleared to fly commercially and have a confirmed appointment at a treatment site too far from home; household income at or below 3× federal poverty guideline; up to 2 adult parents/guardians fly with the child. Apply 14+ days before travel.
Nevada County Public Health MCAH — free parenting classes (Infant/Child CPR, Baby Basics, prenatal), weekly Parent Circle and nurse home visits
Children
Health
$0
Pregnant people, new and expecting parents, and families with young children in Nevada County; Parent Circle welcomes parents and guardians of children of all ages
Pediatric FAQS - Lindsey A Robinson DDS - Grass Valley, CA
Children
Health
$0
Children and parents in the Grass Valley, CA area seeking pediatric dental care
WarmLine Family Resource Center — parent-to-parent support for families of children with developmental delays or disabilities (serves Nevada County)
Children
Health
Cost not stated on the site (nonprofit, donation-supported)
Families in Sacramento, Yolo, Placer, El Dorado, Nevada and Alpine counties: Early Start support for infants and toddlers (birth to 3) with a developmental delay, and Family Empowerment Center help for children and young adults with disabilities ages 3–22
Children's Community Chest: Emergency Funds - Sierra Nevada Children's Services
Children
$40-$500
Children 0-18 in Nevada or Sierra County, CA; request must come from a public or nonprofit agency on the family's behalf
Free College Saving Accounts - CalKIDS
Children
Student
$1,500
Newborns in California; low‑income K‑12 public‑school students, English learners, foster youth, and homeless youth
Free Library Resources | Nevada County, CA
Children
Student
Anyone — resident or visitor
SCDD Back-to-School Resource Guide 2026–27 + special education resources (IEPs, inclusion, transition)
Children
Student
Health
$0
Families of students with disabilities, from Early Start through transition to adulthood; free
Free hotspot Project 10Million Direct to Parent/Guardian Eligibility | T-Mobile Support
Children
Tech
Free mobile hotspot with 200GB data per year for 5 years plus access to at-cost laptops and tablets
K-12 students in households enrolled in NSLP, SNAP, EBT, TANF, CEP, FDPIR, Medicaid, or Head Start
Children
$0
Everyone
COVID.gov/tests - Free at-home COVID-19 tests
Health
$
everyone
Free Cannabis Compassion Program • Elevation 2477'
Health
$
California residents in need, patients with a current MMIC or Doctor's Recommendation
The Clinic! - Nevada County Citizens For Choice
Health
$0
everyone
United Way Programs - A Healthier Nevada County
Health
$
Nevada County residents, community members, everyone
$75 off Smart thermostats | Golden State Rebates
Home
Up to $60 (up to $100 on promo)
Residential customers on a residential rate with an active meter serviced by a Participating California Utility
$900 off Heat pump water heaters | Golden State Rebates
Home
$700
California homeowners or renters with a residential electric account (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, or SoCalGas)
Borrow a Hotspot | Nevada County Library
Home
Adults and teens with a Nevada County Library card in good standing
Energy Smart Homes - Whole House Rebate - Single Family | The Switch Is On Incentive Finder
Home
Up to $5,500 (waitlisted 2026)
Contractors, Homeowners
FREE Backup Power Transfer Meter Program
Home
$500
PG&E residential customers in Tier 2 or Tier 3 High Fire‑Threat Districts (or High Fire Risk Area/EPS S circuit) with 200 A or less service, a SmartMeter, and a compatible portable generator.
How I Earn Reward Points Paying My Property Taxes - With No Extra Fee
Home
$1,000
everyone
PG&E Induction Cooktop Loaner Program
Home
$0
Active PG&E residential or commercial customer. No income requirement.
Cash App Taxes - 100% Free Tax Filing for Federal & State
Money
$
Everyone
First U.S. – Official Site of Better Than FREE Checking
Money
$1
Everyone
Search for Unclaimed Property
Money
property owners, heirs, and anyone with a claim (including deceased relatives’ heirs)
Central Sierra Healthy Soils Program
Farmer
$5,000
Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Ranchers
Environmental Quality Incentives Program | Natural Resources Conservation Service
Farmer
agricultural producers, forest landowners
FARMER GRANTS | Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District
Farmer
$150 million
Farmers and operators of agricultural equipment in California; equipment must be used in farming and meet emission tier requirements (when applications are open).
Nevada County Compost Connector — rebate up to $14/ton on compost for farmers and ranchers
Farmer
Up to $14 per ton (minimum 5 tons)
Nevada County farmers and ranchers growing food or beverage products for human consumption; buy at least 5 tons from a Zero Foodprint-approved supplier after approval
What is Conservation Technical Assistance (CTA)? - Placer Resource Conservation District
Farmer
$0
Farmers, ranchers, backyard and community gardeners, small-scale farmers, forestland owners, residents within the Placer RCD service area, federal land management agencies, county and municipal government, land managers, organizations
Marketing Assistance for Specialty Crops (MASC)
Farmer
Money
Ended Jan 2025 — reference only (paid producers by sales tier, up to a $125,000 per-person cap)
CDFA - Grant Programs
Farmer
Native American & Tribal
Varies by program (a few thousand dollars to $500,000+ per project)
Farmers and ranchers; nonprofits and tribal governments; K‑12 schools, colleges and universities; city, county and state government agencies; some food businesses (food hubs, corner stores, certified farmers’ markets)
$3 coupon Email Sign-up - Grocery Outlet
Food
$3
everyone
A to Z: what's in your Mountain Bounty Farm box and how to use it
Food
CalFresh/EBT recipients
California Fruit & Vegetable EBT Pilot Project
Food
$20 million
California residents with an active CalFresh (EBT) case.
Free fruit! - Sierra Harvest Gleaning
Food
volunteers, people in need
Free school meals (every TK-12 student)
Food
Children
every TK‑12 student
Foodsmart — free dietitian coaching and grocery money for Partnership HealthPlan members
Food
Health
Free nutrition coaching; $50 in grocery money after your first visit (per Foodsmart’s Partnership page)
Partnership HealthPlan of California members (the Medi-Cal health plan in Nevada County)
Tasty Recipes on Your Budget | EatFresh
Food
$
CalFresh (SNAP, or food stamps) eligible individuals and families
Propel - America’s #1 EBT app
Food
Money
Health
Tech
Free app to check EBT balance, track transactions, and access curated offers for low-income households
EBT cardholders and low-income individuals
FoodFinder maps food resources with help from Google
Food
Nonprofit
$120,000
Anyone — no income requirement to search. Individual pantries may set their own rules (ZIP code, ID, household size).
CDFA - Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program
Food
Nonprofit
Native American & Tribal
Varies by round ($10K–$3M)
Agricultural producers or processors, Nonprofit organizations, Local government entities, Tribal governments, Institutions such as schools, universities, or hospitals
Congregate Lunch Café | Gold Country Senior Services
Food
Senior
$
Everyone
MEALS ON WHEELS
Food
Senior
Two hot lunches per week, suggested $4/meal donation, no one turned away for inability to pay
Home-bound seniors age 60+ in Western Nevada County who have trouble preparing meals or shopping
Enhanced Care Management QIP
Health
people experiencing homelessness or housing instability, frequent ER or hospital users, individuals with serious mental health needs or substance use disorder, those at risk of nursing home placement who wish to stay in the community, individuals leaving jail or prison, children or youth in foster care or the child welfare system, pregnant or postpartum individuals at higher risk for complications
Express Ride
Health
$
Everyone
Get COVID Tested | Nevada County, CA
Health
$
Uninsured, Underinsured, and/or have poor access to other testing resources
Get Started - CA Department of Rehabilitation
Health
Free personalized employment services including job search skills, training, educational assistance, disability equipment, and support services (childcare, transportation)
People with disabilities in California seeking employment or independent living support
IDD Thrive | SCDD
Health
People with intellectual or developmental disabilities in California; their family members and caregivers; direct support professionals and service providers.
Medi-Cal for pregnancy (full coverage while pregnant)
Health
$5,809
Pregnant people (including undocumented) and their unborn babies
ncagrassvalley | Art. Advocacy. Opportunity.
Health
$
Adults in Nevada County, CA who are developmentally disabled or intellectually challenged
Neurodiversity Resources Database | Stanford Neurodiversity Project | Stanford Medicine
Health
Free searchable database of curated resources for the neurodiverse community, with personalized solutions and quality-evaluated listings
All neurodiverse community members; no stated restrictions on access
Request Assistance for Free Medical Transportation | Mercy Medical Angels
Health
Free medical transportation via airline tickets, gas cards, bus and train tickets for patients in need
Patients needing transportation to healthcare who meet financial eligibility requirements
Self-Determination Program (SDP) Orientation — free two-part statewide series from SCDD and DDS (required before joining SDP)
Health
$0
Adults receiving regional center services, parents or legal guardians of a minor, and conservators or authorized representatives of an adult served by a regional center
Services · The Arc of Placer County
Health
Adults and youth (16+) with intellectual or developmental disabilities living in Placer County or surrounding areas.
Statewide Self-Advocacy Network SSAN | SCDD
Health
self‑advocates and persons with disabilities
Types of Regional Center Services — SCDD's searchable guide to what regional centers can pay for (service codes)
Health
$0
People with intellectual or developmental disabilities served by a California regional center (Nevada County: Alta California Regional Center), and their families
Free Medical Transportation Services
Health
Car
$200
Medi-Cal members who lack a valid driver's license, have no working household vehicle, or cannot travel or wait alone due to physical, cognitive, mental, or developmental limitations
Medi-Cal for kids (free coverage to much higher incomes)
Health
Children
$7,315
children, kids up to age 19 (including those on SSI or in CalWORKs families), regardless of immigration status
Welcome to the DDS Autism Resource Hub : CA Department of Developmental Services
Health
Children
Comprehensive autism resource hub with links to free services, mental health support, family resources, employment programs, and educational tools
Individuals with autism and developmental disabilities, their families, caregivers, and professionals in California
Nevada County Public Health — free flu shot clinics, October 2026 (ages 3+, no insurance needed)
Health
Children
Senior
$0
Anyone age 3 and up. Free, no insurance needed. Children under 3: ask your primary care provider
SCDD Safe Together — 2026–27 emergency-preparedness resource guide for people with disabilities (English and Spanish)
Health
Home
$0
People with disabilities, their families and caregivers; free guide
Community Beyond Violence
Health
Legal
survivors of interpersonal violence and their families
(DEPRECATED) NMHA | Caring 4 Cal
Health
Money
Direct care workers and caregivers
Covered California (discounted health plans)
Health
Money
$190M
Individuals and families earning up to 150 % of the federal poverty line (partial help up to 165 %), and those earning under $1,835 / month (single) qualify for Medi‑Cal.
SCDD NDEAM Lunch & Learn — free disability-employment webinars, Thursdays in October 2026 (English and Spanish)
Health
Money
$0
Free; SCDD designed the series for families of people with developmental disabilities. Register for each session on Zoom
Check Your Eligibility | SilverSneakers
Health
Senior
Free gym access, fitness classes, and on-demand workouts through eligible Medicare plans
Seniors with eligible Medicare Advantage or Medicare Supplement plans
Services – FREED Center for Independent Living
Health
Senior
People with disabilities, older adults (60+), family members or caregivers
PG&E Self-Identified Vulnerable status — extra warning before outages and shutoffs, no doctor's note
Health
Senior
Home
Free
PG&E residential customers whose health or safety would be at risk if the power went out and who don't qualify for Medical Baseline. You certify yourself; no doctor is needed.
Banish An App A Day: The Smartphone Spring Cleaning Challenge 🧹
Health
Tech
everyone
Crisis Care Services and Support | Nevada County, CA
Health
Veterans
$
everyone
(DEPRECATED) Curry Resource Center — now Commons Resource Center
Home
people experiencing homelessness or housing instability in Nevada County
$8000 mini split TECH Public Reporting HEEHRA Rebates
Home
Up to $8,000 rebate for heat pump equipment through HEEHRA
Income-qualified California single-family and multifamily residents
All Residential Services - Northern Rural Energy Network
Home
homeowners and renters in the listed counties
Battery storage for homeowners
Home
SMUD: up to $5,400 per Powerwall + $110/qtr ongoing. PG&E: free permanent battery via RSI (if eligible) or up to $500 for portable backup. Federal 30% tax credit ended 12/31/2025.
SMUD program: SMUD residential customers with Tesla Powerwall on Solar and Storage Rate, enrolled within 90 days of PTO. PG&E options: income-qualified households (SGIP RSSE waitlist), fire-risk areas (RSI free battery, $500 portable rebate).
CAEATFA GoGreen Home Energy Financing
Home
$1,000-$75,000 loans for home energy upgrades; rates from ~4% APR; up to 20-year terms; 0% or 2% rates available for income-qualified households doing heat pump projects
Any California homeowner or renter (single-family, townhome, condo, mobile home, or 1-4 unit building). Open to customers of all utilities — IOUs (PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, SoCalGas) and publicly owned utilities (SMUD, LADWP, etc.). Credit scores from 580 accepted. Low-income households in disadvantaged communities qualify for 0%/2% rate buydowns on heat pump projects.
California plug-in solar law (SB 868) — plug in up to 1,200 W of solar, no utility fee
Home
Up to 1,200 W of plug-in solar with no utility fee or utility sign-off
California renters and homeowners; plug-in systems must be UL- (or similar) certified and meet electrical codes.
California State Library Parks Pass | Nevada County, CA
Home
$10–$25 saved per park visit (one car, one day)
Anyone with a free California public-library card. No income test.
CalWORKs Homeless Assistance — motel nights + move-in help
Home
$2320
Families with a child under 18 (or 18 and finishing high school) who receive CalWORKs or are apparently eligible, and who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Dead vapes, batteries and old gadgets: free recycling in Nevada County
Home
Free drop-off for batteries, vapes and electronics
Nevada County households
Desire database
Home
Homeowners, renters, anyone planning a clean‑energy upgrade
Discount LED bulbs - Pioneer Community Energy | LED Discounts
Home
$150
Everyone
Electric Vehicles rates for residential PGE customers
Home
Residential customers, Business customers
Firewise USA communities in Nevada County — free help organizing your neighborhood for wildfire (Wildfire Ready Coalition + Fire Safe Council)
Home
$0
Nevada County residents and neighborhoods (HOAs, road associations, any group of neighbors). Truckee-Tahoe area: Truckee Fire is the coordinator
Free New York Times | Nevada County, CA
Home
$3455
Any California resident. No income limit. Library card helpful but not required for in-branch access.
Free paint! Nevada County Household Hazardous Waste
Home
Free reuse paint and products; free household hazardous waste drop-off
Nevada County household residents
Free Sand & Sandbags - City of Grass Valley
Home
City of Grass Valley residents; Nevada County residents
Free Sand Available | Nevada County, CA
Home
Nevada County residents
Free shipping label to donate your old clothes! Give Back Box
Home
anyone with usable clothing or household goods wanting to donate
Home - Northern Rural Energy Network
Home
Free home energy assessments, free energy efficiency kits, and rebates for energy upgrades to reduce bills and improve home comfort
Residents in 17 rural Northern California counties: Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, El Dorado, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Mariposa, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sierra, Sutter, Tuolumne, and Yuba. Customers of PG&E, Pioneer Community Energy, Sonoma Clean Power, or Redwood Coast Energy Authority.
Home Buyer | Nevada County Habitat for Humanity
Home
Affordable homeownership with below-market mortgage terms, 500 hours sweat equity requirement, ongoing homeowner support and financial counseling
Nevada County residents who meet income criteria and demonstrate need for affordable housing; selection based on need, ability to pay, and willingness to partner (500 hours sweat equity); no discrimination based on race, sex, color, age, handicap, religion, marital status, or income source
Incentives & Rebates - Nevada Irrigation District
Home
$1,000
NID customers (residential treated‑water customers for toilet and turf rebates; raw‑water irrigation customers for tank rebate)
LIHEAP — Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program
Home
low-income households
Low Income Rate Assistance Program - Nevada Irrigation District
Home
$9.50
Residents of single‑family homes in Nevada, Placer, or Yuba County with a household member enrolled in Medi‑Cal/Medicaid, SSI, CARE utility discount, or BIA General Assistance.
Mattress Disposal in California
Home
$
Household, Business
Nevada County - Reusable 1 lb. Propane Cylinder Redemption Form Survey
Home
eligible residents
Nevada County Used Oil & Filters
Home
$
Everyone
Permanent Battery Storage Rebate
Home
$7,500
PG&E residential electric customers, customers with 5 or more wildfire‑safety outages since Jan 1 2024, first‑time battery‑storage customers, customers who bought a qualified battery on or after Jan 1 2025, customers on a Time‑of‑Use rate plan, customers enrolled in a Demand‑Response program, customers with Permission to Operate.
PG&E Community Resource Centers — charging, Wi-Fi, water and snacks during a power shutoff
Home
Free
Anyone affected by a Public Safety Power Shutoff.
PG&E outage alerts and outage map — get notified by text, email or phone
Home
Free
PG&E customers (alerts need a PG&E online account).
PG&E Wildfire Safety Progress Map — check your address for fire risk and backup-power programs
Home
Free
Anyone with a PG&E-area address.
Pioneer Community Energy | HVAC $75 rebate Tune-Up Program
Home
$75
Pioneer customers; single-family residential dwellings
Placer County Chipper Program - Placer Resource Conservation District
Home
$80
Placer County residents; landowners who meet the “Very Low Limit” criteria.
Prepare for Power Down — California's statewide guide to getting ready for outages
Home
Free
Anyone in California.
REACH Program - Dollar Energy Fund
Home
Up to $800
PG&E residential customers with a 15-day or 48-hour disconnection notice, household income at or below 200% of the federal poverty guidelines, and no REACH help yet this calendar year (pge.com/reach, checked 2026-10-21).
Recreation Collection | Nevada County, CA
Home
Free to borrow
Anyone with a free Nevada County Library card (free if you live, work, or attend school in Nevada County); one-time waiver required
Regional Housing Authority- Sutter, Yuba, Nevada, & Colusa Counties
Home
Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, project-based vouchers, USDA rural-development rentals, and Homes2Families homeownership in the 4-county region — Nevada County's HCV waitlist is run through RHA
Low-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and current/retired ag or cannery workers in Sutter, Yuba, Nevada, or Colusa counties
Residential Storage Initiative
Home
Free battery storage system installation valued at over $15,000 for outage resilience
PG&E residential customers with 5+ EPSS outages since Jan 1, 2024, enrolled in CARE/FERA/Medical Baseline/Self-Identified Vulnerable program; single-family home with own meter
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher
Home
low‑income individuals and families
Sheriff's H.E.A.R.T. — Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team: pre-register your pets and livestock for evacuations (Nevada County)
Home
$0
Nevada County residents with pets or livestock
Transfer station live CAM | Nevada County, CA
Home
Winter Preparedness | Nevada County, CA
Home
$0
All Nevada County, CA residents. No income or age restrictions. General public winter preparedness resource.
Woodsmoke Reduction Program | Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District
Home
$12,000
Residents of Nevada, Sierra, or Pumas County who use a non‑EPA‑certified wood‑burning stove or fireplace as their primary heat source and whose stove was manufactured before July 1 1988.
Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) Pilot — PG&E (Ford, GM, Tesla)
Home
Car
$
Everyone
Thrift Stores in Nevada County
Home
Children
$
Open to everyone. Salvation Army Clothing Closet provides free clothing for those in need.
2 free mini splits $1000 rebate X2, TECH Clean California - Single Family HVAC | The Switch Is On Incentive Finder
Home
$1000
Contractors
Nevada County Alerts — sign up for emergency alerts (replaced CodeRED)
Home
Health
$0
everyone who lives, works or has family in Nevada County (up to 5 addresses per phone number or email)
PG&E Medical Baseline (not income-based)
Home
Health
Extra energy at the lowest baseline rate + extra advance warnings before fire-season power shutoffs, when someone at home relies on a medical device
Households with a qualifying medical‑device user
Truckee Navigation Center — 24/7 shelter and interim housing beds for adults experiencing homelessness (Truckee / North Tahoe)
Home
Health
$0
Adults experiencing homelessness; the pilot prioritizes people already living unsheltered in Truckee or North Tahoe. Shelter beds by referral (call the program line)
United Policyholders — free nonprofit help with home insurance claims, the FAIR Plan and wildfire-risk discounts
Home
Legal
$0
Anyone with, or shopping for, insurance (all 50 states); focus on homeowners and renters after disasters and in wildfire areas
CEC Direct Install — free heat pumps and electric upgrades for low-income homes
Home
Money
No-cost heat pump and/or heat-pump water heater, plus possible induction stove, insulation, panel upgrade
Low-income households (up to 80% of area median income) in a program focus community, in homes built before 2020 that heat space or water with gas, propane or another fossil fuel.
DAC-SASH (GRID Alternatives) — no-cost rooftop solar for income-qualified homeowners
Home
Money
No-cost rooftop solar (2026–27 income limit: $54,100 for 1–2 people, $82,500 for 4)
Homeowners who live in their single-family home, get PG&E/SCE/SDG&E power, live in a CalEnviroScreen 4.0 disadvantaged community (red areas), and are under CARE/FERA income limits.
Nevada County Assessor — free Prop 8 decline-in-value review (formal appeals July 2–Nov. 30)
Home
Money
$0 (no charge for the informal review)
Nevada County property owners who think their assessed value is higher than the property's market value on January 1
Nevada County property tax E-Bills (MyCountyConnect) — get your bill online and reminders before due dates
Home
Money
$0
Nevada County property owners. You need the E-Bill Code printed on your current-year property tax bill to enroll
PG&E Arrearage Management Plan (AMP) — up to $8,000 of a past-due bill forgiven
Home
Money
Up to $8,000 forgiven
PG&E residential customers on CARE or FERA who owe $500 or more on gas and electric ($250 or more for gas only), are more than 90 days past due, have been a customer at least six months and have made at least one on-time payment. Solar (NEM) and master-metered accounts aren't eligible.
PG&E Budget Billing — about the same payment every month
Home
Money
Free
PG&E customers with a history of on-time, full payments who aren't on a payment plan.
PG&E payment plan or due-date extension — pay a past-due balance over time
Home
Money
Smaller monthly payments, or a few more days to pay
PG&E residential gas or electric customers. The online tool doesn't work if you're already on a payment plan, AMP or Budget Billing; call PG&E instead.
PG&E rate plan comparison — see which plan costs you least
Home
Money
Free
All PG&E residential customers.
PG&E Savings Finder — a three-minute quiz for ways to lower your bill
Home
Money
Free
PG&E customers.
Solar property tax exclusion ends Jan. 1, 2027 — finish your solar install before then or it adds to your assessment
Home
Money
Solar system value excluded from property tax assessment (if completed before Jan. 1, 2027)
California property owners installing a qualifying active solar energy system; installation must be complete before Jan. 1, 2027
SOMAH — solar incentives for affordable apartment buildings, with tenant bill savings
Home
Money
State incentives for solar (and storage) on affordable apartments; tenants save $80+/month on average (per SOMAH)
Owners of deed-restricted multifamily affordable housing served by PG&E, SCE, SDG&E, Liberty or Pacific Power apply; tenants share the bill savings.
WatterSaver — $50 plus $5 a month for letting your water heater run at cheaper times
Home
Money
$50 for enrolling + a $5 gift card each month ($15 a quarter)
PG&E or community choice (CCA) electric customers who already have a heat pump water heater on the program's qualified list, or a "smart" electric water heater.
Senior Firewood Program | Gold Country Senior Services
Home
Senior
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# Senior Firewood Program
Since 1979, the Senior Firewood Program has provided extra warmth to low-income seniors by delivering firewood for winter. The group of dedicated volunteers cut, split and deliver the firewood to seniors in need in our community.
## Program Details
## Eligibility
- Low-income seniors 60 or older who live in Western Nevada County and are struggling to heat their home.
- Lives alone or with another age-eligible, low income senior
## Enrollment
- Our enrollment is full for the winter of 2023-2024. We are not accepting new clients at this time.
## Firewood Removal
Thank you to our generous community!
We are not currently adding softwood removals to our waitlist; oak wood removals can be added to the list but there is still a significant wait.
GCSS gladly removes wood under the following conditions:
- Trees must be down (we cannot fell trees).
- Wood needs to be located within 10 miles of Grass Valley and accessible by vehicle.
- We do not accept Grey or Foothill Pine, kindling or remove slash; sorry!
- At this time, our Softwood Yard is full – we currently have a long waitlist to remove wood. Thank You!
To donate wood, please call (530) 615-4541 or email us at: .
## Some of our Amazing Volunteers
Low-income seniors 60 or older who live in Western Nevada County and are struggling to heat their home. Lives alone or with another age-eligible, low income senior
211 — free 24/7 help planning for power outages and finding local support
Home
Senior
Health
Free
Anyone, regardless of income.
CATT Bid Connect — free service: one request reaches local Truckee–Tahoe contractors
Home
Small Business
$0
Homeowners and property owners with a project in the Truckee–Tahoe area (any size, from a handyman fix to new construction)
Nevada County Repair Café — free community repair events (Banner Grange)
Home
Tech
$0
everyone
Hospitality House
Home
Veterans
Homeless single adults and families in Western Nevada County with 45+ days of county residency; approved pets welcome; no photo ID required.
Consumer Assistance Program Smog Repair Assistance - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Car
$1,450
low‑income individuals and families (≤225% FPL) who own a California‑registered car that failed a regular Smog Check and meet the other ownership requirements.
Vehicle Retirement $1500 - Bureau of Automotive Repair
Car
$1500
Income Eligible
Free Childcare: Sierra Nevada Children's Services - The Official Childcare Resource and Referral Agency for Sierra and Nevada Counties
Children
$
Income Eligible
Free Prenatal, Birth, Day Care, and Preschool Programs: Head Start and Early Head Start - How to Apply
Children
Household income at or below 2026 federal poverty guideline (family of 4 = $33,000), OR receiving TANF/CalWORKs, SSI, SNAP/CalFresh, OR child in foster care, OR family experiencing homelessness, OR pregnant (Early Head Start).
KeySavvy — Safe Payment and Title Transfer for Private-Party Car Sales (~$99)
Car
$12,000
PG&E residential electric customers; income‑qualified households (CalFresh, Medi‑Cal, CalWORKs, LIHEAP, etc.); low‑income households (≤300% FPL) eligible for DCAP.
(DEPRECATED) Empower EV — ended Dec 31, 2024 (see PG&E home EV charger rebate)
Home
Car
$38 million
active PG&E residential customers with a qualifying EV; income‑qualified households (≤ 80 % AMI or enrolled in CARE, FERA, Medi‑Cal, CalFresh, SSI, etc.) for Rebate Plus
$1000 or $4000 off a Used Electric Vehicle
Car
$4000
PG&E residential electric customers; Rebate Plus requires income qualification or enrollment in CalFresh, Medi-Cal, SSI, WIC, LIHEAP, CalWORKs, or similar assistance program
Free Food - Get Food Here - Food Bank
Food
$50
Income Eligible
Free Food - How To Get Food - Interfaith Food Ministry
Food
$
Income eligible
Fruit and Vegetables Every Week: Mountain Bounty Farm — Pay with EBT Calfresh
Food
$20%
Income Eligible
$15 Bonus Calfresh at the Nevada City Farmers Market
Food
$30/week
Nevada County CalFresh recipients (EBT card + photo ID showing Nevada County residency required for the Market Match bonus)
Free paper bags when paying with Calfresh 270 / Proposition 67)
Food
$
CalFresh / EBT / WIC / SNAP recipients
Stores Accepting Calfresh Online
Food
$
Everyone
Use EBT SNAP for Grocery Delivery or Pickup | Instacart
Food
$
Income Eligible
Free Food - WIC
Food
Children
Free nutritious food benefits (fruits, vegetables, whole grains, milk, eggs, cereal, juice, peanut butter, and more)
Children, pregnant women, mothers with new babies, young children under age 5 years
Free Medical Care, and Food | BenefitsCal. Together, we benefit.
Food
Health
$150
Income eligible individuals, migrants or seasonal farmworkers
$200 off per ton mini split
Home
$200
Contractors
2x Free Whole House Batteries - Participating in Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)
Home
$1.10/Wh battery + $3.10/W solar (waitlist)
Low income and medically vulnerable customers, communities living in high fire-threat areas, communities that have experienced two or more utility Public Safety Power Shut-off (PSPS) events, "critical facilities" that support community resilience in the event of a PSPS or wildfire
EMERGENCY CRISIS INTERVENTION PROGRAM (ECIP)
Home
Emergency credit paid to your utility or fuel vendor when you face a shutoff or run out of fuel
Households with income ≤ 60 % of California’s median (renters and owners)
Energy Savings Assistance Program pge.com
Home
Free home upgrades (no cost to you)
Low‑income renters and homeowners (meeting income limits) and anyone receiving CalFresh/SNAP, Medi‑Cal, SSI, LIHEAP, WIC, TANF, National School Lunch, BIA General Assistance, Head Start, Healthy Families A & B
Free $500 Generator or Battery Program - PGE
Home
$500
Income Eligible
Free Fiber - A Story of The California Line Extension Program Grant
Home
$2500
rural customers; PG&E CARE participants
Free heat pump water heater and installation
Home
$10,385
Closed — was income-qualified (≤80% AMI or ≤250% FPL), single family, retrofit only, through TECH-enrolled contractor
PG&E CARE and FERA — CARE: 20%+ off gas and 35%+ off electric; FERA: 18% off electric
Home
income‑qualified households or those with a member receiving CalFresh, Medi‑Cal, SSI, WIC, LIHEAP, Head Start, Tribal TANF, or other public‑assistance programs
THE LOW-INCOME WATER ASSISSTANCE PROGRAM (LIHWAP)
Home
No content
income‑qualified households, recipients of CalWORKs, CalFresh, or LIHEAP, and residents of Placer, Nevada, Plumas, or Sierra counties
WEATHERIZATION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (WAP)
Home
$
Low-income households at or below CSD monthly income limits (e.g., $2,660 for 1 person, $5,500 for 4 in 2026). Priority for households below 75% of federal poverty guidelines, seniors, people with disabilities, families with young children, and homes with high energy burden. No asset limit. Renters welcome with landlord permission.
PG&E Home EV Charger Rebate — up to $2,000 ($5,000 with panel upgrade)
Home
Car
$5,000
Income-eligible households
Free legal service for low income inventors
$
Inventors in CA, HI, AK, OR, or NV with gross household income under 3× federal poverty level (~$47,880/yr for 1; ~$99,000/yr for family of 4 in 2026). Must have an actual invention and complete a free 39-min USPTO training video.
Free tax help from IRS-certified volunteers. | GetYourRefund
Legal
Money
households earning under $69,000; households earning under $89,000; people with disability or limited English; residents of all 50 states; Spanish speakers
Cash Access - California EBT Surcharge-Free ATMs
Money
$0.00
California residents receiving cash benefits on their EBT card (CalWORKs, Refugee Cash Assistance, General Assistance). CalFresh-only recipients cannot withdraw cash.
Auburn | Legal Services of Northern California
Legal
Free legal assistance with housing, public benefits, Medi-Cal, Social Security, SSI, and more
Low-income residents of Amador, Calaveras, El Dorado, Nevada, Placer, and Sierra counties
CalVCB - CA Victim Compensation Board
Legal
Up to $70,000 per victim
victims of crime
Public charge rule changed Sept. 18, 2026 — free immigration legal help before you drop any benefit (CDSS-funded nonprofits)
Legal
Health
$0 (free legal services from CDSS-funded nonprofits)
Immigrants who live in, or used to live in, California. The new federal policy applies to green card (adjustment of status) applications filed on or after Sept. 18, 2026; State Department visa processing has its own new guidance. It may not apply to you: ask a qualified provider before changing benefits
Vote by November 3, 2026 — accessible voting options in California (until Nov 3)
Legal
Senior
Free; your right to vote privately and independently
Anyone eligible to vote in California. Same Day Voter Registration lets you register and vote in person through November 3.
Bright Futures for Youth | Serving Nevada County
Children
$500,000
Nevada County youth ages 10–25 (varies by program). No income proof required for NEO drop-in, SAFE, or Cinderella Project.
(DEPRECATED) Welcome to Direct File | Direct File | Internal Revenue Service
Money
taxpayers with simple tax needs
$400 Bonus Checking Accounts — Wells Fargo
Money
$400
New Wells Fargo checking customers (first‑time account holders) who haven’t received a Wells Fargo checking bonus in the past 12 months, aren’t employees, and have a U.S. Taxpayer ID (SSN or ITIN)
AARP Foundation Free Tax-Aide Service
Money
$0
Open to anyone; focus on taxpayers age 50+ or with low to moderate income. No strict income limit. Cannot handle small-business-with-employees, rental income, or AMT returns.
Acorns Referrals: How It Works | Acorns $5 or sometimes up to $259
Money
$259
Everyone
Cal-works at BenefitsCal. Together, we benefit.
Money
$
Low-income families with at least one child in the home; eligibility based on citizenship, age, income, resources and assets
CalEITC — California Earned Income Tax Credit
Money
$3,756
Low‑income working Californians — earned income < $32,901, at least 18 years old or have a qualifying child, with a valid SSN or ITIN, California resident, investment income ≤ $12,200, not claimed as a dependent.
CAPI — Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants
Money
$2,324.35
California residents who are 65 +, blind, or disabled and meet the SSI/SSP immigration‑status criteria.
Cash Assistance for Individuals | General Assistance Nevada County, CA
Money
Emergency supplemental cash assistance for individuals ineligible for federal or state aid programs
Nevada County, CA adult residents who are not eligible for CalWORKs, SSI/SSP, or other federal/state cash aid. Employable applicants must register with Cal-JOBS and complete weekly job searches.
ENDED Dec 2025 — California E-Bike Incentive Project (was $1,750-$2,000 voucher)
Money
ENDED December 2025. Was: $1,750-$2,000 voucher toward a new electric bike. See page for current alternatives.
Program ENDED December 2025 — no new applications accepted. Was: California residents 18+ with household income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level. Remaining funds redirected to regional Clean Cars 4 All programs (SB 127).
FIS Financial Literacy for Adults - Overview- Free with EBT
Money
Everyone
Free You Need A Budget - YNAB.com for Good
Money
People in marginalized or underrepresented communities taught financial literacy (served by 501(c)(3) nonprofits)
SCDD Storytellers blog — real stories of work and self-employment from Californians with developmental disabilities
Money
Free stories (read or listen)
Anyone; written for Californians with developmental disabilities, their families and supporters.
Better Deals for Every Shopper: 5 Tips to Save More at Raley's!
Money
Food
Everyone
Apply for Social Security Disability (SSDI) — free, online or by phone
Money
Health
Free to apply; monthly payments plus Medicare if approved
Adults with a disability or blindness that is expected to last at least a year and makes it hard or impossible to work, who worked and paid Social Security taxes long enough. (SSI covers people with little work history and low income; see our SSI row.)
SCDD Quality Assessment Project — paid contract interviewers, $90–$120 per interview (people with I/DD and families encouraged)
Money
Health
$120 per in-person interview, $90 per remote interview, +$25 bilingual, $200 after training
Independent contractors who can travel for face-to-face interviews and are comfortable with computers; people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, family members and bilingual applicants encouraged. Applicants must disclose regional-center employment, vendor or family ties
CPUC TEAM & CHANGES — free in-language help with utility and phone bills
Money
Home
Free in-language help with bills, disputes and enrollment through local community organizations
Limited-English-proficient Californians who need help with energy (CHANGES) or phone/internet (TEAM) bills and services.
Property tax home owners exemption
Money
Home
$7,000 reduction to assessed home value, saving approximately $70 annually on property taxes
California homeowners whose home is their primary residence as of January 1
SSI + State Supplement (monthly cash, 65+ or disabled)
Money
Senior
$2,098.83
people 65+ or blind/disabled with low income
IRS VITA & TCE — free tax prep sites (and how to host one)
Money
Senior
Nonprofit
$0
VITA: people earning about $70,244 or less, people with disabilities, and people with limited English. TCE: people 60 and older. Organizations can sign up to sponsor or host a site
Alliance for Workforce Development – Connecting Job Seekers and Employers
Money
Small Business
$0
Adults seeking work in Butte, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Plumas, or Sierra counties; separate youth track for ages 17-24
How Business Owners Can Use The Augusta Rule Tax Strategy
Money
Small Business
Tax-free rental income by renting your home to your business for up to 14 days per year under IRS Section 280A
U.S. business owners who own a home that is not their primary place of business
The card that comes with connections - Hello Alice
Money
Small Business
$50
small businesses
SCDD Employment Resource Guide 2026–27 — free job guide, developmental disabilities
Money
Student
Free guide (English and Spanish PDFs)
Californians with developmental disabilities, including students in transition planning, and the families and staff who support them.
Nevada City Rancheria Nisenan Tribe — Cultural Events, Education and Ancestral Homelands
Native American & Tribal
Nisenan people and the wider community living on Nisenan Homelands in the Sierra foothills
Chapa-De Indian Health — Grass Valley Clinic
Native American & Tribal
Health
American Indians/Alaska Natives with documents verifying American Indian status (little or no cost); also open to other patients with Medi-Cal, Medicare, private insurance, or a sliding fee scale
Washoe Native TANF — Tribal TANF Cash Aid and Support for Native Families in Nevada County
Native American & Tribal
Money
Children
In California: enrolled members or descendants of a federally recognized tribe, descendants of the California Judgment Roll, or an American Indian tribal member, with at least one Native American child living in the service area
ANA SEDS — Social and Economic Development Strategies Grants for Native Communities
Native American & Tribal
Nonprofit
$100,000–$900,000 (by project length); 20% match required
Includes federally recognized tribes, incorporated non-federally recognized tribes, incorporated state-recognized tribes, and incorporated nonprofit community-based Indian organizations (full list in the NOFO)
Strategic Growth Council Tribal Capacity Building Program — Staff Funding for Tribal Climate and Housing Work
Native American & Tribal
Nonprofit
Home
$350,000–$420,000 over three years
California Native American Tribes on the NAHC Contact List (as of Feb 2026), federally recognized and non-federally recognized; non-recognized Tribes must be registered with the CA Secretary of State
CPUC CASF Broadband Consortia Account — new Regional Tribal Broadband Consortia window (coming; not open yet)
Native American & Tribal
Nonprofit
Tech
Grant amount not stated for the Tribal window yet
Consortia whose members may include Tribal Governments and Tribal Organizations, local governments, community-based organizations, libraries, schools, health care and others; the fiscal agent may be a tribal government or a qualified nonprofit. The page does not say whether federal recognition is required
CPUC Tribal Technical Assistance Grant — Broadband Planning for California Tribes (With or Without Federal Recognition)
Native American & Tribal
Nonprofit
Tech
Up to $250,000 per Tribe per fiscal year
California Tribes with or without federal recognition that demonstrate Tribal leadership support, and Tribal Consortia
NTIA Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program — Federally Recognized Tribes Only
Native American & Tribal
Nonprofit
Tech
Tribal Governments on the federally recognized tribes list (25 U.S.C. 5131), Tribal Colleges and Universities, Tribal organizations, Alaska Native Corporations, and DHHL — NOT open to non-federally recognized tribes as a Tribal Government
American Indian College Fund Scholarships
Native American & Tribal
Student
Money
American Indian and Alaska Native college students in certificate, undergraduate, or graduate programs at tribal colleges and universities, or at nonprofit, accredited schools
UC Native American Opportunity Plan — Free UC Tuition for Enrolled Tribal Members
Native American & Tribal
Student
Money
Covers in-state UC tuition and Student Services Fees
California residents who are enrolled members of a federally recognized Native American, American Indian and/or Alaska Native tribe, admitted to a UC degree program
Enhanced Tribal Lifeline + Tribal Link Up — Bigger Phone and Internet Discount on Tribal Lands
Native American & Tribal
Tech
Up to $34.25/month off; Link Up up to $100 off setup
People living on qualifying Tribal lands with household income at or below 135% of Federal Poverty Guidelines, or in a program such as Tribal TANF, BIA General Assistance, Head Start (income-qualifying), or FDPIR
🌟 TechSoup.org: The First Step to Accessing Technology Grants 🌟
Nonprofit
501(c)(3) nonprofits and qualifying public libraries; not available in U.S. territories
$15 HotSpot. Mobile Beacon Offers Nonprofits Unlimited Data on T-Mobile Network For Just $10 a Month.
Nonprofit
501(c)(3) nonprofits; public libraries; schools; healthcare organizations
4imprint - One by One Charitable Giving
Nonprofit
$500
employed by or board members of a U.S. 501(c)(3) charity, a religious organization, or an accredited school
Application – Seeds of Change
Nonprofit
$500
Everyone
Become a Chapter - Contact Us | The Arc
Nonprofit
existing nonprofit; community members; individual
Become a Member | Rotary Club of Nevada City
Nonprofit
$0
Everyone
California Volunteers | California
Nonprofit
$0
College students with financial need (College Corps); Californians 18+ with HS/GED and U.S. citizenship or lawful residency (Climate Action Corps); varies by program (AmeriCorps California).
Camunda for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
Registered nonprofits and NGOs (501(c)(3) or equivalent), humanitarian or philanthropic for‑profit initiatives, universities/research groups/academic projects, hobby and personal‑use projects, small businesses or startups automating small processes
Candid (formerly GuideStar) — free nonprofit profile and Seals of Transparency
Nonprofit
Nonprofits
Charitable Giving | Costco
Nonprofit
$250,000
Copalana for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$250,000
everyone
DMV Surcharge Program Fund (AB 2766) Grant Information | Northern Sierra Air Quality Management District
Nonprofit
$
Nonprofit
eBay for Charity
Nonprofit
Nonprofits; sellers; buyers
Free Adobe Express for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$0
Nonprofits
Free Canva Nonprofit
Nonprofit
$120
registered charitable nonprofits (U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations)
Free Technology Resources for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$10,000
501(c)(3) nonprofits
Google Ad Grants — up to $10,000/month in free Google search ads for nonprofits
Nonprofit
Up to $10,000/month
Nonprofits approved for Google for Nonprofits
Home | soroptomist mini grants
Nonprofit
$
Home | YouTube Social Impact
Nonprofit
Free Donate button + donation cards + nonprofit channel features (via Google for Nonprofits)
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits with Google for Nonprofits eligibility (requires TechSoup validation)
How to acquire surplus Federal Personal Property | GSA
Nonprofit
state and local government agencies, public organizations, and eligible nonprofit tax‑exempt organizations
Industry Leading Insurance for Nonprofits - NonProfits' United
Nonprofit
Stable, affordable workers' compensation and vehicle insurance with dedicated risk management support for nonprofits
California 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Vehicle pool requires 3+ vehicles. Workers' comp requires a safety program and acceptable claims history.
Learn More | Chick-fil-A Apply for a True Inspiration Awards Grant
Nonprofit
$30,000–$350,000 grant (16 nonprofits selected each year)
U.S./Puerto Rico 501(c)(3) public charity (or equivalent in Canada/UK/Singapore); not eligible if awarded in the prior two cycles; program must fit one of four focus areas
Micro Grants for Social Change | The Pollination Project
Nonprofit
$10,000
everyone
Nevada County Community Initiative Funding (CIF) — up to $15,000 for anti-poverty projects
Nonprofit
Up to $15,000 per project ($30,000 total, 2 projects)
Nonprofit organizations with one-time projects that reduce the causes of poverty for low-income Nevada County households. Cannot pay for staff, operating or other administrative overhead, or replace other funding
Nevada County surplus property — Open Warehouse Day donations for nonprofits
Nonprofit
Free (donated surplus)
Local nonprofits and public agencies. Under Cal. Gov. Code §25372 a county may donate surplus to 501(c)(3)s organized to provide health or human services, to serve children or developmentally disabled children, or to serve Native Americans, and to school and community-college districts
Non-profit discount – DreamHost Knowledge Base
Nonprofit
$0
US-based 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(19) organizations
Notion for Nonprofits — 50% off the Business plan
Nonprofit
50% off the Business plan
Civil society organizations (nonprofits); student clubs and higher-ed staff use Notion for Education instead
PagerDuty Impact Pricing for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$500
501(c)(3) nonprofits, private foundations, nonprofit healthcare, B Corps, educational institutions, and mission-aligned social enterprises. Government agencies and credit unions excluded.
PayPal Giving Fund — charity enrollment for donations via PayPal, eBay, Facebook and Instagram
Nonprofit
501(c)(3) public charities, private operating foundations, religious institutions, Type I/II supporting organizations and Indian tribes in good standing with the IRS; needs a PayPal Business account
PG&E CARE Outreach Contractor program — PG&E pays nonprofits per CARE enrollment
Nonprofit
Paid monthly per approved enrollment (amount set by PG&E)
Community organizations serving PG&E customers that help households apply for CARE/FERA
PG&E CBO Toolkit — free outreach materials for community organizations
Nonprofit
Free
Nonprofits and community-based organizations serving PG&E customers.
Pledge — fundraising platform that covers card fees on donations up to $1,000
Nonprofit
No setup or monthly fees (per Pledge)
Nonprofits
Ross Stores Store-Based Giving Program
Nonprofit
$300-$500 gift cards to Ross Dress for Less or dd's DISCOUNTS for school/professional clothing for disadvantaged youth
501(c)(3) nonprofits, schools, or government programs serving at least 60% youth from low-income families, within 25 miles of a Ross or dd's DISCOUNTS store, with ongoing academic or life skills programs for ages 3-24
Search Engine Journal: Google Ad Grants: A Guide For Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$10,000
Charities and nonprofits
Solar for NonProfits - We Help Nonprofits with Solar Grants
Nonprofit
$0 down; historically ~16%+ off solar installer bids via SPA. Federal 30% credit value via IRA direct pay for nonprofit-owned systems. Time-sensitive: ~July 4, 2026 construction-start deadline under OBBB.
Nonprofits, tax exempt organizations
Spark Good Local Grants Guidelines
Nonprofit
$5,000
501(c)(3) public charities, government entities (state, county, city agencies), K‑12 public or nonprofit private schools, charter schools, community/junior colleges, state/private colleges or universities, churches and other faith‑based organizations
The New Charity Fundraising Experience Has Arrived on GoFundMe
Nonprofit
Free online donation pages; full fundraising platform via GoFundMe Pro (custom pricing)
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofits
The Nonprofit Cooperative
Nonprofit
Free training, peer roundtables, vetted vendor matching, and SVP NYC grant-window alerts.
Any U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofit. National scope, not Nevada County–only. Free for nonprofits; for-profit vendor tracks are separate and paid.
The Resilience Project: Western Nevada County climate microgrants and community meetings
Nonprofit
Microgrants up to $4,000 (round 1 awarded; next round not yet announced)
501(c)(3) nonprofits and tribal organizations in western Nevada County (microgrants); meetings are open to everyone
Tips and Tutorials - Google for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
$10,000
501(c)(3) charitable nonprofits and their group‑exempt affiliates
Urban Awareness USA $1,000 Mini Grant
Nonprofit
$1,000
At-Risk Youth, Alcoholism, Single Parents, Teenage Boys, Military Families, Christianity, Minority Men, Mentoring Programs, Community & Economic Development, Minority Women, Sports & Recreation, College Scholarships
Youtube Social Impact Playbook
Nonprofit
Free 100+ page nonprofit YouTube strategy guide (PDF, ~13 MB)
Any nonprofit or mission-driven org with some video content (or capacity to film); free, no gate
Zeffy (formerly Simplyk) | 100% Free Fundraising Platform
Nonprofit
$0
Nonprofits
Free Slack for Nonprofits
Nonprofit
registered nonprofit organizations (e.g., US 501(c)(3) charities and equivalent charities elsewhere)
Form a Nonprofit in California - a Complete Guide
Nonprofit
$600
everyone
Covered California Certified Enrollment Entity — nonprofits can become in-person enrollment helpers
Nonprofit
Health
Non-profit community organizations, community clinics, faith-based organizations, tax preparers, chambers of commerce, schools, government agencies and other listed entity types
California | Rural Development
Nonprofit
Home
Small Business
eligible rural Californians; eligible businesses and manufacturers; small business owners; entrepreneurs
CASF Broadband Public Housing Account — CPUC grants to wire low-income housing for free resident broadband (next batch deadline Jan. 1, 2027)
Nonprofit
Home
Tech
Up to 100% of inside wiring and broadband network equipment costs ($28.141 million available in FY 2026–27)
Publicly supported housing developments (owned by a public housing agency or a qualifying 501(c)(3) with public housing funding), farmworker housing, tribal housing, mobile home parks and other housing developments with low-income residents
CORP (Bar Association of San Francisco): free legal help for Northern California nonprofits
Nonprofit
Legal
Free pro bono attorney help for nonprofits (by application)
501(c)(3) nonprofits located in Northern California that provide direct services to low-income or underrepresented people and can't afford legal services
KFC Foundation — Kentucky Fried Wishes Grant
Nonprofit
Money
$10,000
Invite-only as of 2026. Must be invited by KFC Foundation. Eligibility floor: U.S.-based 501(c)(3), governmental, or IRS-recognized charity in good standing with the IRS for at least 2 years, operating locally and serving U.S. communities.
Home - Clean Mobility Options
Nonprofit
Native American & Tribal
The maximum grant, incentive, rebate, etc. listed is $1.5 million.
Disadvantaged Community, AB 1550-designated low-income community, California Native American Tribal Government
Free ready to use website with Notion, Fruition, and Cloudflare
Nonprofit
Small Business
nonprofits, small businesses, individuals
Multifamily Housing and Small Business EV Charger Program
Nonprofit
Small Business
$0
Multifamily housing units, not-for-profit organizations, small businesses
Partners - Grow with Google
Nonprofit
Small Business
libraries, chambers of commerce, downtown associations, small business development centers, workforce development organizations, state and local government, schools and universities, veteran‑focused organizations, community nonprofits serving small businesses or job seekers
grants.gov/applicants/grant-applications/how-to-apply-for-grants
Nonprofit
Small Business
Native American & Tribal
nonprofits, governments, tribes, schools, small businesses, individuals through a sponsoring organization
Purchasers - Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project | California HVIP
Nonprofit
Small Business
Native American & Tribal
$420,000
Individual owner-operators, small businesses, corporate leaders, school districts, and municipal fleets
ReConnect Loan and Grant Program | USDA
Nonprofit
Small Business
Native American & Tribal
$25M
Small rural internet provider (ISP), telephone or electric co‑op, tribal government or Alaska Native corporation, nonprofit, municipal/local government utility
$10/year No Markup Domain Name Registration
Nonprofit
Tech
everyone
AWS IMAGINE Grant Program - Nonprofit Cloud Solutions - AWS
Nonprofit
Tech
Up to $200K unrestricted cash + $100K AWS credits (Pathfinder); $150K + $100K (Go Further Faster); $50K + $20K (Momentum to Modernize). 2026 Round One deadline: June 5, 2026.
Registered 501(c) nonprofits in the US; registered charities in UK & Ireland
AWS Nonprofit Credit Program — up to $5,000 in AWS credits a year (via TechSoup)
Nonprofit
Tech
Up to $5,000 per fiscal year
501(c)(1), (c)(3), (c)(8), (c)(9), (c)(11), (c)(12), (c)(14) and (c)(15) organizations, and public libraries with 501(c)(3) status; any budget size
Broadband for All Funding Opportunities finder (CDT) — searchable list of state and federal broadband, adoption and digital-literacy grants
Nonprofit
Tech
$0 (free search tool)
Community-based organizations, nonprofits, libraries, schools, health care entities, local agencies, governments, tribal entities and companies looking for broadband-related funding
CDT Digital Inclusion Partnerships — free digital-skills tools and training for California community organizations
Nonprofit
Tech
$0
California community-based organizations with the staff capacity and readiness to use the resources
Claude Corps — Anthropic places a funded AI fellow at your nonprofit for a year
Nonprofit
Tech
Fellow salary + benefits covered; $10,000 implementation grant; up to $2,500 in Claude credits per fellow
Host: 501(c)(3) nonprofits that are Claude for Nonprofits Team or Enterprise customers, with an in-person office and a named sponsor and supervisor. Fellows: early-career (under 2 years' work experience), authorized to work in the U.S.
Claude for Nonprofits — discounted Claude Team plan ($8/user/month)
Nonprofit
Tech
Team plan $8/user/month (min. 2 seats)
Registered 501(c)(3)s and international equivalents, K-12 schools, and qualifying mission-based healthcare providers (Critical Access Hospitals, Rural Emergency Hospitals, FQHCs, Rural Health Clinics)
Computers for learning Personal Property Management System
Nonprofit
Tech
K‑12 schools and educational nonprofits (U.S. and its territories)
CPUC Digital Divide Grant Program (DDGP) Round 4 — up to $50,000 for nonprofits, due Oct 30, 2026
Nonprofit
Tech
Up to $50,000 per nonprofit (2 awards); $200,000 total
501(c)(3) community-based organizations with demonstrated success on digital-divide projects; plus eligible small urban/rural school districts (≥50% free/reduced-price meals, <2,500 students)
digitalLIFT — digital navigator training and multilingual tech curriculum for organizations
Nonprofit
Tech
Organizations (libraries, aging services, healthcare and community groups) that teach digital skills
eCAP Home
Nonprofit
Tech
California 501(c)(3) community-based nonprofits, K-12 schools, public libraries, community colleges, government hospitals/clinics, and healthcare CBOs
Goodstack — free nonprofit verification that unlocks software discounts
Nonprofit
Tech
Free to join
Legally registered nonprofits and social-benefit organizations
Microsoft for Nonprofits — free Microsoft 365 Business Basic (300 users) + $2,000/yr Azure
Nonprofit
Tech
Business Basic free (up to 300 users); $2,000/yr Azure credit
Nonprofits that pass Microsoft's eligibility review
Mobile Citizen — unlimited internet for nonprofits, schools and libraries ($120/year)
Nonprofit
Tech
$120/year
Schools, libraries, nonprofits and social welfare agencies in the U.S. (organizations, not individuals)
NDIA Affiliate — free membership in the National Digital Inclusion Alliance
Nonprofit
Tech
Free (Affiliate); Affiliate+ from $100/year
US nonprofits or government entities (local, state, Tribal, federal) that offer digital inclusion programming or advocate for digital equity
New Relic.org Observability for Good
Nonprofit
Tech
$400
Nonprofit organizations (501(c)(3) or international equivalent)
TechSoup
Nonprofit
Tech
Software, hardware & cloud services at donated or deep-discount rates for a small admin fee
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public libraries, and some public agencies/faith-based orgs (EIN + IRS determination letter required)
Western Digital AV-GP 500-GB Internal Hard Drive, Set of 20
Nonprofit
Tech
501(c)(3) nonprofits, public libraries, qualifying public agencies
NTIA Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program — being revived; application forms open for comment until Oct. 26, 2026 (not open for applications yet)
Nonprofit
Tech
Native American & Tribal
Not announced yet
Per the federal Digital Equity Act: state political subdivisions, Indian Tribes, Alaska Native entities, Native Hawaiian organizations, nonprofits that are not schools, community anchor institutions, local education agencies, workforce development entities and partnerships of these. Final rules not yet published
CDFA - Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
Senior
Food
Farmer
Adults 60 years and older with low income (≤185 % of federal poverty level) who reside in California
Medicare-Savings-Programs-in-California
Senior
Health
Helps pay Medicare premiums, deductibles, and copayments for eligible low-income Californians
Medicare enrollees with monthly income up to $1,330 (QMB) / $1,596 (SLMB) / $1,796 (QI) individual, with proportional couple limits. Asset limit $130,000 individual (reinstated Jan 1, 2026).
Disability Disaster Access & Resources (DDAR) — backup batteries, hotel stays and rides during power shutoffs
Senior
Health
Home
Free (portable batteries, hotel stays, food replacement, accessible rides)
Older adults and people with disabilities or chronic conditions who live in a High Fire-Threat District (or have had two or more Public Safety Power Shutoffs since 2020) and use an electric or assistive device, or rely on electricity to live independently. No doctor's note or income check.
PG&E access and functional needs support — food, lodging and rides during outages
Senior
Health
Home
Free
PG&E customers who may need extra help during an outage because of age, a medical condition or other health or safety needs.
Property Tax Postponement
Senior
Money
Home
Defer current-year property taxes on principal residence, secured by a lien against the property
California homeowner age 62+, blind, or disabled; main residence; at least 40% equity; household income $57,002 or less (2026-27); current on mortgage and property taxes; no reverse mortgage.
Gold Country Senior Services | Gold Country Senior Services
Senior
Tech
Range of programs supporting health, well-being, and independence of older adults in Western Nevada County
Age 60+ in Western Nevada County (Grass Valley, Nevada City, Penn Valley, Lake Wildwood, Lake of the Pines, Alta Sierra, and nearby). Meals on Wheels prioritizes seniors who can't shop or cook and those recently hospitalized or with chronic illness.
California Small Business (SB) & Micro Business certification — 5% bid preference on state contracts
Small Business
5% bid preference
Independently owned, not dominant in its field, principal office in California, 100 or fewer employees, average gross receipts of $19M or less (Micro: $6M or less)
Grass Valley Downtown Association
Small Business
Downtown Grass Valley businesses (membership and associate membership); events open to everyone
Greater Grass Valley Chamber of Commerce
Small Business
Businesses in the Grass Valley area of Nevada County (membership); Visitors Center open to everyone
Nevada City Chamber of Commerce
Small Business
Businesses and organizations in and around Nevada City (membership); events and visitor info open to everyone
Northern REN: free energy assessments and upgrade incentives for small businesses
Small Business
Free energy assessment and report; incentives toward heat pump water heaters and LED lighting
Small and medium-sized businesses and public agencies in 17 rural Northern California counties, including Nevada County, with PG&E service
SCORE Capital Corridor — Free Business Mentoring (serves Grass Valley/Nevada City)
Small Business
$0
Anyone starting or running a small business; the Capital Corridor chapter serves Sacramento and Sierra foothill communities including Grass Valley/Nevada City
California Small Business Loan Guarantee Program — IBank
Small Business
Money
California small businesses with 1–750 employees that have trouble getting a loan; credit decisions follow the lender's criteria; citizenship or immigration status is not considered
Celebrate EDU Microgrants — up to $500 for entrepreneurs with intellectual or developmental disabilities
Small Business
Money
Up to $500
People 16+ with an intellectual or developmental disability whose own new or emerging business idea has earned under $3,000 and needs under $2,500 to start; US or Canada; not for nonprofits
NASE Growth Grants — up to $4,000 for self-employed and small-business members
Small Business
Money
Up to $4,000
National Association for the Self-Employed (NASE) members in good standing (monthly members after 90 days)
SBA Sacramento District Office — Loans, Certifications and Counseling for Nevada County Businesses
Small Business
Money
$0
Small businesses in the office's 21 counties, including Nevada, Placer, Sierra, Yuba, and Sacramento
Sierra SBDC — Free One-on-One Small Business Advising
Small Business
Money
$0
New and existing small businesses and startups in Nevada, Placer, El Dorado, Sierra, Plumas, Modoc, and Lassen counties
Verizon Small Business Digital Ready — free courses + $10,000 grants
Small Business
Money
Tech
$10,000 grants (10 per month)
Owners of for-profit small businesses based in the U.S., Puerto Rico or the U.S. Virgin Islands, age 18+ (nonprofits not eligible)
Red Pocket Mobile dealer program — sell prepaid phone service in your store
Small Business
Tech
Retail businesses (the sign-up asks for years in business, number of retail locations and your point-of-sale provider)
Free Notion for education
Student
$120/year value — free Notion Plus plan ($10/month) for as long as your school email is active
College/university students, college/university teachers, and verified higher-education student organizations with a valid school email (.edu or institutional). K-12 students and teachers are NOT eligible.
Ride free with student id
Student
Car
$0
Currently enrolled Sierra College students (credit or noncredit)
Nevada County Youth Commission — teens 14–19 advise the Board of Supervisors (2026–27 applications closed Apr. 17; watch for the next call)
Student
Children
$0
Youth ages 14–19 who live in Nevada County and/or attend a Nevada County school
Schoolhouse | Free Online Tutoring
Student
Children
100% free peer-to-peer tutoring for SAT prep, math homework help, and small-group learning sessions
All students and teachers worldwide; tutors must pass certification
$2,000 Scholarship | Sallie Mae
Student
Money
$2,000
parents with a college-enrolled child; college/university students; parents with a high school senior; high school juniors or seniors planning college enrollment.
Financial Aid Programs - California Student Aid Commission
Student
Money
$20,000
students (undergraduate, graduate, community‑college), low‑income families, dependent children, foster youth, future teachers, military National Guard/State Reserve/Naval Militia members, law‑enforcement personnel dependents, California community‑college transfers to HBCUs, public‑interest attorneys, CADAA filers, individuals with dependent children, eligible California residents.
Nevada County Student Poll Worker Program — paid Election Day job for high school students (apply by Oct 15, 2026)
Student
Money
$150–$250 ($50 for training + $100 for a 5-hour or $200 for an 8-hour Election Day shift)
Nevada County public or private high school students, age 16+, U.S. citizen or legal resident, GPA 2.5+, with parent and school permission; must attend training Oct 31, 2026
Scholarship Finder | CareerOneStop
Student
Money
Searchable database of 9,500+ scholarships, fellowships, grants, and financial aid opportunities
Students at all levels from high school through graduate school and professional development
Scholarship search Scholly
Student
Money
Up to $25,000 per scholarship; ~$13,000/month via Easy Apply
High school students (juniors/seniors), current undergrad and grad students, U.S. citizens or lawful residents, most scholarships require age 13+. No high GPA, transcripts, or recommendation letters needed for most listings.
Student Emergency Fund | Sierra College
Student
Money
Emergency grants of up to $500 for students facing financial hardship to stay in school
Currently enrolled Sierra College students with demonstrated financial need
1yr student Google AI One Plans free
Student
Tech
ENDED 2026-03-11. New signups: free Gemini + 1-month AI Pro trial only. Pre-March enrollees keep access until 2026-06-30.
Offer closed to new signups as of 2026-03-11. Existing enrollees retain access through 2026-06-30.
Autodesk Education & Student Access | Autodesk
Student
Tech
Students 13+ and educators at accredited secondary schools, colleges, universities, or qualifying vocational programs; homeschool documentation often accepted
Cursor · Students free 1 year
Student
Tech
$240
currently enrolled university students (undergraduate, master’s, PhD) with a valid .edu or recognized university email
EasyEDA Campus Promotion Ambassador
Student
Tech
Official ambassador certificate, priority access to new features, limited-edition merchandise, $20 JLCPCB coupon per successful teacher referral
Currently enrolled college or high school students, preferably majoring in electronics or enthusiasts with experience in campus activities, community building, and student leadership
GitHub Student Developer Pack - GitHub Education free 1 year
Student
Tech
Free access to 100+ developer tools including GitHub Copilot, cloud credits, domains, and learning resources for one year
Currently enrolled students aged 13+ with a valid school-issued email or student ID
AirTalk Wireless LifeLine Tablet Offer — a tablet from $0 with your phone benefit
Tech
Tablet from $0 (model varies)
SNAP/CalFresh, SSI, California WIC, Medi-Cal, Veterans Pension, public housing (HUD), Tribal TANF, or income. One LifeLine benefit per household; USAC approves.
California LifeLine + Federal Lifeline — the $0 Phone Plan
Tech
$30
Medi‑Cal, CalFresh/SNAP, WIC, SSI, or a child in the National School Lunch Program; also households meeting income limits (e.g., 1‑person $24,600, 2‑person $33,300, etc.)
CPUC CASF Broadband Infrastructure Grant — 2026 applications due Nov 2, 2026
Tech
Varies by project (infrastructure grants)
Telephone corporations with a CPUC CPCN, registered wireless carriers, facilities-based broadband providers, and local agencies (cities, counties, community services districts, public and municipal utility districts). The guidelines also let unserved low-income households or property owners apply
Ebike School presents Ebikes For Good
Tech
Free e-bike
18+, U.S.-based, fill out the entry form on . No income test. Odds are very low; no posted deadlines or current-cycle confirmation as of 2026-05-17.
EveryoneOn — find low-cost internet and computers by ZIP code
Tech
$0 (free search)
everyone; offers are matched to your ZIP code and situation (low income, SNAP/TANF/Medicaid, student, public housing, veteran and more)
Free 55" TV - Telly I The biggest thing to happen to TV since color.
Tech
everyone
Human-I-T — low-cost 5G internet and refurbished laptops
Tech
Internet from $14.99/month; Chromebooks from $89.99
Low-income households; California residents referred by the California Department of Technology or a state partner can request free digital-navigation help
LeiaPix - Convert 2D to 3D Depth Animation AI Technology
Tech
Free AI-powered tool to convert 2D images into 3D depth animations with export options
Everyone
Nevada County Library Tech Help — free drop-in help, appointments and workshops
Tech
$0
everyone
Northstar Digital Literacy — free online computer-skills assessments
Tech
everyone; certificates are earned through a subscribing Northstar location (library, college, workforce center or nonprofit)
Notion Ambassadors: Application
Tech
Power users who evangelize Notion in their workplace, school, or community; people comfortable hosting events, creating tutorials, or producing YouTube/TikTok content about Notion
TextNow | Introducing Free Essential Data
Tech
Anyone with an unlocked phone; no credit check
zcal – Fast Free Online Meeting Scheduling
Tech
California Broadband Map — see which internet providers serve your address
Tech
Home
$0
everyone (street address required; PO Boxes don't work)
Copper landline retirement — keep a phone that works in an outage
Tech
Home
Know where you stand: no Nevada County wire center is on AT&T's copper-retirement list (earliest date June 1, 2027), plus free ways to test and keep a phone that works
everyone
FCC National Broadband Map — check your internet options and fix wrong information
Tech
Home
everyone
California LifeLine Home Broadband Pilot — $20 to $30 off home internet every month
Tech
Money
$20/month off internet, or $30/month for internet + phone from the same provider
Households at or below the California LifeLine income limits (150% of the federal poverty guidelines) or enrolled in a program like Medi-Cal, CalFresh or SSI.
Get Connected! California — free help enrolling in low-cost home internet
Tech
Money
Free enrollment help; low-cost home internet plans from local providers
Households where someone gets CalFresh, Medi-Cal, SSI, Lifeline, free or reduced school lunch, or a Pell Grant (each internet provider sets its own rules)
California Advanced Services Fund (CASF) Adoption Account
Tech
Native American & Tribal
$40 million for FY 2026-27. CPUC funds up to 85% of project cost; applicant provides a 15% match. No published per-project cap. 24-month performance period. Deadlines every Jan 1 and Jul 1; next is January 1, 2027.
Nonprofits (501(c)(3)), community-based organizations, local governments, public libraries, schools, senior centers, and tribes serving California communities with low broadband adoption. Preference for low-income, senior, and other underserved communities.
California Digital Equity Resource Finder (CDT) — find digital inclusion programs near you
Tech
Nonprofit
everyone (residents and organizations in California)
California Green Technology Initiative (CETF) — donated computers refurbished for low-income Californians
Tech
Nonprofit
Businesses and organizations with retired computers can donate; low-income households and underserved Californians receive refurbished devices
PCs for People — low-cost internet ($15/mo) and refurbished computers
Tech
Nonprofit
$15/month, or $135 for 12 months prepaid
Household income under 200% of federal poverty guidelines or 60% of area median income, OR enrolled in an assistance program (SNAP, Medicaid/Medi-Cal, Section 8, SSI, SSD, TANF, Pell Grant and others)
This App Creates Step-by-Step How-to Guides for Anything You Do on Your Computer
Tech
Nonprofit
$29
everyone
IBM SkillsBuild: free AI and tech courses with credentials
Tech
Student
Free online courses and industry-recognized digital credentials
Anyone: adult learners, job seekers, high school and college students, educators
Computers 4 Kids — free and low-cost computers for students (West Sacramento)
Tech
Student
Children
Low-income students in Washington Unified School District or Los Rios Community College District (by referral); adults and families through United Way partners
Free AI Coding Assistant: Complete Guide
Tech
Student
Nonprofit
Free to $20/month AI coding assistant — saves $240-$2,400/year vs paid plans
Students, Google account holders, general public, nonprofit staff (501(c)(3)), open‑source maintainers, ChatGPT Plus subscribers
Computers for Classrooms — low-cost refurbished computers for qualifying Californians (Chico)
Tech
Student
Veterans
California residents who meet 1 of 15 qualifications (e.g. low-income families, veterans, students on financial aid)
American Legion Frank Gallino Post 130 — Grass Valley
Veterans
Veterans and community members in the Grass Valley area; the post invites new members and volunteers
Louis A. Conter VA Clinic (Auburn) — Nearest VA Clinic to Nevada County
Veterans
Health
Veterans using VA health care
VA Health Care — How to Apply (Form 10-10EZ)
Veterans
Health
Veterans and service members; VA reviews your military service history and, if needed, your household income
Veterans Crisis Line — Dial 988 then Press 1, or Text 838255
Veterans
Health
Veterans, service members, National Guard and Reserve members, and those who support them; you don't have to be enrolled in VA benefits or health care
SSVF — Supportive Services for Veteran Families (Housing Help for Veterans)
Veterans
Home
Very low-income veteran families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Nevada County Veterans Services Office — Help Applying for VA and CalVet Benefits
Veterans
Money
Veterans, their dependents, and survivors in Nevada County
Disabled Veterans' Property Tax Exemption (BOE-261-G)
Veterans
Money
Home
Reduces property tax on your principal residence
Veterans rated 100% disabled by the VA, or paid at the 100% rate due to unemployability, and certain unmarried surviving spouses — on their principal residence
CalVet College Fee Waiver for Veteran Dependents — Free Tuition at CA Community Colleges, CSU and UC
Veterans
Student
Money
Waives mandatory system-wide tuition and fees
Children, spouses, and surviving spouses of veterans with a service-connected disability or death, under Plans A–D; California residents