Who We Are
Founded locally in 1911, the Northern California & Northern Nevada affiliate of Volunteers of America (VOA NCNN) is one of the largest providers of social services in the region, operating more than 40 programs including housing, employment services, substance abuse and recovery services to families, individuals, veterans, seniors, and youth. In fact, VOA NCNN provides shelter or housing to over 3,500 men, women and children every night. Nationally, Volunteers of America helps more than 2.5 million people annually in more than 400 communities.
VOA NCNN In Action
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Our Residents Are Making National News
A Pay Phone, Two Generations, and a Conversation That Matters Sierra Manor is part of a groundbreaking experiment connecting our residents with college students across the country — proving that meaningful connection has no age limit. Tucked into the game room at Sierra Manor sits something you might not expect to see in 2026: a…
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Washoe County selects Volunteers of America to run Our Place shelter
VOA has been selected by Washoe County to oversee operations at the Our Place shelter.
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Featured in Sac Bee’s Book of Dreams
Discover how our work is changing lives in this Sacramento Bee “Book of Dreams” feature.
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VOA NCNN
Guided by the experience of more than 16,000 professionals living and working to make life better in their local communities, our plan for today and tomorrow is clear: transform lives by improving the health, happiness, and stability of our communities.
Health
Access to quality healthcare is an essential part of any thriving, active community. Our goal is to provide 100% access to those who need it.
Housing
The key ingredient to living a healthy life is having a place to call home. We believe that a safe, affordable home is a basic human right.
Human Services
Focused on the unique needs of each of the communities we serve, we create and manage hundreds of life-changing programs and services.