Nevada's only statewide, nonpartisan policy research center, named for late governor Kenny Guinn. UNR affiliate with NSHE research partners across the state.
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Join us July 18 for a clearer understanding of how federal funding supports Nevada’s social service systems — and why improved visibility into these funding streams matters for policymakers, nonprofit leaders, and community partners.
🔗 Register at guinncenter.org
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Next week, we're holding a webinar on our report "Federal Funding and Nevada's Nonprofits." We'll discuss how federal funding supports Nevada’s essential services — and why improved visibility into these funding streams matters for our community
Register: buff.ly/KgOzJpS
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We’re excited to team up with @NVWomensFund to bring our research on The Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada to three communities across the state — and Elko, you’re up first.
📅 Wednesday, June 17 at 4pm
🔗 Register: buff.ly/fy9vnLt
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In 2024, we published a policy brief examining the opportunities and risks AI poses to the election process. As we approach the midterms, we're revisiting those findings in light of AI's rapid proliferation and growing sophistication. Explore our AI policy series on our website.
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We’re gratified by our acceptance into the Community Foundation of Northern Nevada’s Nonprofit Capacity Building Collaborative! Over the next 12 months, we’re excited to work alongside 22 other nonprofits to build a more resilient nonprofit ecosystem.
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Last week, Director of Health and Social Policy, Pierron Tackes, joined Dr. Stephanie Woodard in presenting our research to the Joint Interim Standing Committee on Education focused on strengthening school-based behavioral health services and important privacy considerations.
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Today, we were delighted to receive an unexpected visit from members of the Guinn family, including former Governor Kenny Guinn's brother. Thank you for stopping by and sharing stories of our namesake, who continues to inspire our mission of bipartisan problem solving.
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What happens when students in the same classroom are separated by years in reading proficiency?
Our new report, Literacy in Nevada, takes a closer look at the literacy challenges facing Nevada classrooms and the strategies that may help close learning gaps.
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Read the full report for a deeper dive into the challenges facing Nevada's educators here: guinncenter.org/research/rea…
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Last month, we welcomed @TPyfer and Brandon Tatum for a thoughtful conversation on easing division with dignity at the 4th annual Gallagher Dialogues. The feedback we heard from attendees made one thing clear—this dialogue is both timely and needed.
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Understanding how federal dollars move through state agencies and what vulnerabilities exist are first steps toward a more resilient funding ecosystem
Our latest report analyzes $818M in federal funding, highlighting why greater visibility matters as funding streams shift.
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Read our latest policy report, "Federal Funding and Nevada's Nonprofits" guinncenter.org/research/fol…
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🏛️ For Nevada, federal dollars play a substantial role in supporting state and local services.
Our latest report, “Federal Funding and Nevada’s Nonprofits,” aims to strengthen visibility into funding flows to identify risks to service delivery for long-term planning..
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We invite you to read the full report: guinncenter.org/research/fol…
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Thank you, @Pres_Sandoval! We could not be more proud of our incredible leader, @JillTolles.
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It was a privilege to join @UNRLiberalArts today to celebrate excellence in scholarship, leadership and public service. Congratulations to Jill Tolles, our 2026 College of Liberal Arts Alumna of the Year. A proud Nevada graduate, former state legislator and current executive director of the Guinn Center for Policy Priorities, Jill embodies the very best of the liberal arts through her commitment to thoughtful leadership, civic responsibility and mentorship of our students. Congratulations to Matthew C. Leone, Regents Professor & Interim Director of Judicial Studies, on being recognized as the University of Nevada, Reno's Distinguished Faculty Award recipient. And congratulations to Alexander Ernest Saporito and Carmina Chaelle Aglubat, two College of Liberal Arts students who received the Brian & Lauralyn Sandoval Political Science Scholarship. I am so proud of all of this year's faculty and student honorees! #GoPack
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What unique challenges are women in Nevada facing today?
The Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada, commissioned by @NVWomensFund, examines the conditions shaping women’s lives across the state, including healthcare and health outcomes.
Full report: buff.ly/rvdAMAg
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Where do federal funds go once they leave the state agencies—and how much goes to Nevada nonprofits?
Our latest report offers a detailed data story of how federal dollars reach nonprofits to be translated into services that strengthen communities statewide.
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Explore the full report: buff.ly/P7Gbgpn
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Women in NV are making strides in political representation
🏛️ NV leads the nation in women's representation in Congress & within the Nevada Legislature
🚺 NV has a female majority state legislature, senate & assembly
🗳️ NV women outpaced men in both voter registration & turnout.
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Explore more data-driven insights shaping the lives of women in our state in our latest report, The Status and Achievement of Women in Nevada, commissioned by @NVWomensFund guinncenter.org/research/new…
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