Reno Works program helping more people transition out of homelessness
RENO, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — The City of Reno and Volunteers of America, Northern California and Northern Nevada (VOA-NCNN) celebrated another class of the Reno Works program on Thursday. The latest Reno Works session began on March 6, 2023.
The 12-week program provides a group of people experiencing homelessness with classes focused on life and job skills as well as temporary employment through community improvement projects including working in area parks, improving public facilities, and cleaning along the river corridor. Upon graduation, participants receive housing assistance and continuing case management support.
Many of the graduates say that without this program they would still be on the streets. Edwin Peaslee graduated from the program and now works for Telsa, he said the experience has been an eye-opener.
I don't believe I would have come across the people and opportunities unless I was in Reno Works.
Since 2015, over 100 graduates have completed the Reno Works program. This life-changing program is made possible through the support of generous donations from our local community. To donate to the Reno Works program, click here.
