St. Vincent de Paul assists those in need with food, clothing, rent and utility bills, furniture, household goods, etc. Each request for financial assistance is followed up with a home visit by a team of volunteers.

Web pages

• Home - https://stisidore-yubacity.org/join-serve/community-outreach/society-saint-vincent-de-paul

Bridges to Housing provides homeless individuals or families with a deposit when they have found a place to move into. The criteria required is based on the individual's needs and income status. They must have some type of income to qualify. To start the application process a client must stop by the office and pick up an application.

Program Guidelines and Verification Requirements

Guidelines

• Deposit funding is determined by need.
• The client's ret must be no more that 60% of the monthly income.
• The client must have a stable income and is sustainable going forward.
• A client's income must not exceed the Federal Proverty Guidelines.
• Funding is one time only.
• Intake is based on at least one interview.
• Client must find and secure their own rental.

Verification Requirements

• Photo identification for all adults in the household, 18 and over.
• Social Security cards for all household members.
• Income: Passport to services, social security letter or 3 recent months' pay-stubs.
• Section 8 voucher, if applicable.
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The Salvation Army in Yuba/Sutter provides a wide range of social services, including emergency food assistance through a pantry and medically tailored groceries, transitional and emergency housing programs, and family crisis shelter. They offer case management, counseling, financial aid for rent and utilities, clothing, and household essentials. Additional services include youth programs, street outreach for unsheltered individuals, and seasonal support such as holiday gifts and back-to-school supplies.

Salvation army also operates a Fresh Choice Food Pantry that is part of the Yuba-Sutter Corps Community Center and is open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9am-12pm 

Web pages

• Home - Yuba Sutter Corps

Affordable Housing Program (Regional Housing Authority) provides safe, decent, and affordable housing options for low-income individuals, families, seniors, and people with disabilities. It includes public housing units owned and managed by the authority and Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8) that help participants rent in the private market. Rent is typically based on income (around 30%), and the program ensures compliance with federal and state standards while supporting housing stability and community development.

How to Apply for Affordable Housing

• Submit an application during an open waitlist period.
• Meet basic eligibility requirements, including:
• Income limits
• Citizenship status
• Household size
• Being on the waitlist does not guarantee housing; it is the first step in the process.
• Applicants must keep the Housing Authority updated in writing about any changes to:
• Address
• Income
• Preferences
• Family composition

Web pages

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The Housing Choice Voucher Program (formerly known as Section 8) assists low-income families, the elderly, and the disabled in paying for decent, safe, and sanitary housing in the private market.

The Housing Choice Voucher waiting list is opened periodically on an as needed basis. When the waiting list is re-opened, a public announcement is placed in area newspapers and information posted on the Regional Housing Authority's website.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.regionalha.org/

Migrant Services program that is a robust network of seasonal migrant housing, homelessness prevention, and refugee support services. Seasonal agricultural workers have access to OMS-backed housing through the Regional Housing Authority; low-income and homeless families can access a range of supports, including CalWORKs subsidies, Rapid Re-Housing, and case management. Migrant farmworkers benefit from outreach programs, tenant rights protections, and local utility assistance. Multiple nonprofit partners help with emergency aid, stabilization, and integration efforts.

Seasonal housing is typically available from May 1 through October 31.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.regionalha.org/programs/migrant-services

The Rural Development (RD) Program provides affordable rental housing for low- to moderate-income individuals and families in rural communities. Properties under this program are owned and managed by the Regional Housing Authority (RHA) and receive rental assistance through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development program.Eligible residents benefit from reduced rent based on household income, ensuring access to safe, decent, and affordable housing.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.regionalha.org/programs/rural-development

Habitat for Humanity partners with local families to build and sell affordable homes in Nevada County. The Home Ownership Program helps low-income families become homeowners by offering affordable mortgages and support throughout the homebuilding process.

Services include:

• Affordable homeownership opportunities for income-qualified families
• Income eligibility between 30% and 80% of the Nevada County area median income
• 500-hour “sweat equity” commitment per household toward home construction or other Habitat services
• Selection process based on need, income stability, and partnership readiness
• Application review process that includes interviews and home visits by the selection committee

Web pages

• Home - https://nchabitat.org/

The Homeless Outreach and Medical Engagement (HOME) Team provides case management, outreach, and health services for people experiencing homelessness in Nevada County.

The team includes outreach workers, housing navigators, a peer support specialist, and a registered nurse. Services are provided in the field to meet people where they are. The program is a collaboration between Nevada County, Hospitality House, AMI Housing, and Turning Point.

Services include:

• Conducts street outreach and case management
• Provides housing navigation and assistance
• Offers medical care and health education in the field
• Connects people to mental health and substance use services
• Partners with local organizations and agencies for collaborative care

Web pages

• Home - https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/2869/HOME-Team

The Children’s Community Chest Program offers emergency funding to meet the needs of children ages 0-18 in Nevada and Sierra County families when no other community support is available. 

Funds are intended for urgent situations and must be requested by a public or nonprofit agency.

Covered areas include Nevada County and the Sierra County portions of the Tahoe-Truckee region.

Support may include:

• Emergency rental assistance
• Transportation or car repair costs
• Utility payments to prevent shut-off
• Medical or counseling expenses
• Summer camp enrollment

Requests must include documentation of need, such as a price quote or bill, and are submitted by agencies on behalf of the family. Funding is limited and supported by community donations.

Web pages

• Home - https://www.sncs.org/
• Children's Community Chest - https://www.sncs.org/resources.html?tp3=1_2
• Community Chest Application & Guidelines - http://www.sncs.org/PDFs/Forms/Community_Chest_Application.pdf
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