Grants Management Unit

The Grants Management Unit within the DHS Director's Office administers grants to local, regional, and statewide programs serving Nevadans. Its mission is to help families and individuals in Nevada reach their highest level of self-sufficiency by supporting the community agencies that serve them through engagement, advocacy and resource development.

Programs and Projects

Family Resource Centers
Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) Incubator Project
Relieving Hunger: Food Security One-Stop Shops

Advisory Committees

Grants Management Advisory Committee (GMAC)

Reports and Grantee Documents

Reports and Grantee Documents Webpage

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

1. The Grants Management Unit (GMU) builds and supports statewide community networks that help families and individuals assess their needs and work toward holistic solutions.
2. The GMU manages available grant funds in a fair and responsible manner that encourages engagement among community organizations, stimulates innovation and maximizes impact.
3. The GMU shares responsibility for program accountability, growth and success with its community partners.
4. The GMU engages in the development of new programs and strengthens existing programs through short- and long-term planning, establishing meaningful goals, tracking achievements, and advocating for sustainability.
5. The GMU serves as a department-wide resource to foster common standards in grantmaking, streamline processes, share compliance requirements, and otherwise advocate for enhanced coordination among divisions that grant funds to community partners.
6. The GMU inspires staff to strategically and professionally execute their present responsibilities while preparing for the next steps in their careers.