Best Women's Programs in Nevada — 14 resources

About Women's Programs for Women

Women's empowerment programs in the US are funded through a mix of federal grants (Office on Women's Health, Women's Bureau at the Department of Labor, WANTO grants for nontraditional trades) and nonprofit networks like the YWCA, AAUW, and the National Council of Women's Organizations. Services typically include leadership development, financial literacy, entrepreneurship through SBA Women's Business Centers (WBCs), and peer support groups. Dress for Success outfits women re-entering the workforce, and Bottomless Closet and Step Up Network mentor low-income women. State-level women's commissions advocate on policy and refer to local providers. This directory aggregates WBCs, YWCAs, women's commissions, and empowerment nonprofits.

Women's Programs in Nevada

Nevada family courts handle divorce, custody, and support, with Clark County (Las Vegas) operating the state's largest family court. The Child Support Enforcement Program operates under DWSS. Las Vegas, Henderson, Reno, and North Las Vegas are the major metros. Legal Aid Center of Southern Nevada, Washoe Legal Services, and the Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence serve women.

14 Resources

1. YWCA of Southern Nevada — Free

YWCA Southern Nevada at 4220 S Maryland Pkwy in Las Vegas focuses on women's economic empowerment, racial-justice programming, and career development workshops for Clark County women. Programs include financial-education sessions and youth-girls programs. Call 702-385-9922 to ask about upcoming cohort start dates and how to enroll.

702-385-9922 · 4220 S Maryland Pkwy Suite 201, Las Vegas, NV 89119 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

2. Dress for Success Southern Nevada — Free

The Las Vegas affiliate at 2141 S Industrial Rd provides referral-based interview suiting, employment-retention coaching, and the Going Places Network career circles for Southern Nevada women returning to work. Bring your referral letter from a partner agency to your first appointment. Call 702-992-4300 to confirm Tuesday-Friday suiting hours.

702-992-4300 · 2141 S Industrial Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89102 · Mon-Fri 9am-4pm · Visit Website

3. Nevada Women's Business Center — Free

SBA-funded Women's Business Center at 2770 S Maryland Pkwy in Las Vegas supporting Nevada women entrepreneurs with free one-on-one counseling, business-plan reviews, and microloan referrals. Especially active in helping immigrant and Latina founders navigate Nevada LLC formation and Clark County business licensing. Call 702-734-3555 to schedule an advising session.

702-734-3555 · 2770 S Maryland Pkwy Suite 212, Las Vegas, NV 89109 · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · Visit Website

4. Girls on the Run — Las Vegas — Free

Girls on the Run Las Vegas delivers an evidence-based 10-week after-school program combining running with confidence- and life-skills curriculum for girls in 3rd-8th grade across Clark County schools. Spring and fall seasons culminate in a community 5K. Call 702-891-4867 to find a participating Las Vegas school or to volunteer as a coach.

702-891-4867 · Las Vegas, NV · Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

5. Nevada Commission for Women — Free

State commission based in Carson City advising the Governor and Legislature on policy issues affecting Nevada women and families, including pay equity, domestic violence, and reproductive health. Public meetings are open to women across the state. Call 702-486-4277 to find meeting dates or to submit testimony on pending issues.

702-486-4277 · Carson City, NV · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

6. Las Vegas Urban League — Women's Programs — Free

Las Vegas Urban League at 3575 W Cheyenne Ave in North Las Vegas delivers workforce development and economic empowerment programs for Black women and other women of color, including job training cohorts, financial coaching, and small-business support. Call 702-636-3949 for current cohort openings.

702-636-3949 · 3575 W Cheyenne Ave Suite 100, North Las Vegas, NV 89032 · Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

7. AAUW — American Association of University Women — Free

AAUW maintains active branches in Las Vegas, Reno, and Henderson advancing women's education, workplace equity, and leadership. Nevada branches host policy forums, scholarship programs, and Title IX advocacy. Free to read national research, and modest dues to join a local branch — useful for Nevada women in higher education and the professions.

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8. National Organization for Women (NOW) — Free

NOW has local chapters in Las Vegas and northern Nevada advocating for women's rights on reproductive freedom, pay equity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion. Public events, advocacy training, and lobbying days at the Nevada Legislature are open to women across the state.

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9. League of Women Voters — Free

League of Women Voters of Nevada and its Las Vegas Valley and Northern Nevada chapters run nonpartisan voter education, candidate forums, and ballot-measure briefings. Useful for Nevada women wanting to understand state ballot questions, school-board races, and county-commission elections before voting.

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10. YWCA USA — Free

National YWCA office; in Nevada the local Southern Nevada YWCA runs economic empowerment and racial-justice programs. The national site is useful for finding YWCAs in neighboring Arizona, California, and Utah for Nevada women relocating across state lines or seeking national policy resources.

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11. Women's Funding Network — Free

Coalition of women's foundations funding solutions to women's and girls' issues. Useful for Nevada nonprofits seeking grants and for Nevada women researching which foundations fund services in their county — including Nevada Women's Fund in Reno.

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12. Junior League — Free

Junior League of Las Vegas and Junior League of Reno are active chapters that train women in nonprofit leadership while running community programs — anti-trafficking, child literacy, and women's-health projects. Annual membership dues apply; placement options accommodate working women.

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13. Soroptimist International — Free

Soroptimist clubs in Las Vegas, Reno, Carson City, and rural Nevada provide Live Your Dream Awards (education grants) and Dream It Be It career mentoring for girls. Useful for Nevada women heading head-of-household and seeking education funding.

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14. Zonta International — Free

Zonta clubs in Las Vegas and Reno advance the status of women through service and scholarships, including the Jane M. Klausman scholarship for women in business. A networking option for Nevada professional women interested in international women's advocacy.

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Frequently Asked

How many women's programs resources are in Nevada?
Women's Corner tracks 14 women's programs resources for women in Nevada.
Are women's programs resources in Nevada free?
14 of the 14 listed women's programs resources in Nevada are explicitly free or low-cost.
Which cities in Nevada have women's programs resources?
Listings span cities including Las Vegas, Carson City, North Las Vegas.
What are some examples of women's programs resources in Nevada?
Featured entries include YWCA of Southern Nevada, Dress for Success Southern Nevada, Nevada Women's Business Center, Girls on the Run — Las Vegas, Nevada Commission for Women.
Do these listings include phone numbers?
6 of 14 Nevada women's programs listings include phone numbers.
What do women's empowerment programs actually offer?
Most combine peer support groups, financial literacy and credit-building classes, job training, GED prep, leadership development, and help navigating benefits and legal systems. Many include free childcare during sessions. Programs like Dress for Success, Bottomless Closet, and YWCA chapters serve women rebuilding after divorce, abuse, or job loss.
Are there programs for single moms specifically?
Yes. The Life of a Single Mom (TLSM) operates in 30+ states with peer groups and crisis grants. Helping Hands for Single Moms funds college for single mothers. Modest Needs gives short-term emergency grants. Many United Way 211 calls connect single mothers to local single-mom funds for rent, car repair, or childcare.
Do these programs cost money?
Almost all empowerment programs are free for income-qualifying women, often funded through HHS Office of Family Assistance, state TANF dollars, or private foundations. Many include free meals, transportation stipends, and childcare. Bring ID, proof of income, and any benefits letters when you enroll.
Can I get help starting a business as a woman?
Yes. The SBA's Office of Women's Business Ownership funds 140+ Women's Business Centers nationwide offering free training, mentorship, and loan readiness. SCORE provides free women-mentor pairings. Grants like the Amber Grant (
0,000/month) and Cartier Women's Initiative target women founders. Many states have additional women-owned business certifications that unlock contracts.