Humboldt County Human Development Services has been awarded a grant of $117,912 from the Nevada Sentencing Commission, part of a broader initiative to combat recidivism across the state. The Commission allocated $3 million in total to support counties in their efforts to assist individuals reintegrating into society after significant periods of incarceration.
The funding will be utilized to support residents returning to Humboldt County from jail or prison. The primary objective of the project is to facilitate successful reintegration by providing crucial services such as housing assistance and job placement support. This initiative aims to help individuals establish stability and reduce the likelihood of reverting to the behaviors that led to their incarceration.
In addition to the grant funds, Humboldt County is required to meet a match obligation of $35,379. This obligation will be fulfilled through staff time, drug testing for program participants, and necessary supplies for program administration.
Humboldt County Human Services plans to monitor the outcomes of this project closely, with the expectation that it will have a positive impact on both individuals and the community as a whole, officials said.