Nevada’s Credit Unions Mobilize Relief for Federal Employees During Government Shutdown

Las Vegas, Nevada (October 10, 2025): Nevada’s Credit Unions today announced a broad package of financial relief options for employees of the federal government impacted by the government shutdown.

Credit unions are not-for-profit cooperative financial institutions that offer services like checking and savings accounts, auto loans, debit and credit cards, low-cost or free financial counseling, and much more.

How Federal Employees Can Get Help Today
According to Congressional Research Services, several thousand federal employees work in Nevada. This does not include the thousands of employees who work for federal contractors and may also be impacted.

During the shutdown, credit unions throughout Nevada are offering various support services, which may include:

• Loan Relief: Loan payment deferrals and temporary hardship modifications.
• Emergency Assistance: Short-term, low- or no-interest loans to cover essential expenses.
• Fee Waivers: Waiving late fees, overdraft fees, and penalties.
• Financial Counseling: Access to financial wellness counselors to provide budgeting and debt management guidance.
• Online Resources: Tools and information on our website to help with everyday expenses such as food, utilities, housing and healthcare.

Whether it’s government shutdown assistance initiatives, temporary zero-interest percent loans, payment deferrals, skip-a-payment initiatives, emergency circumstantial loans with flexible options, or new loan offerings with hybrid deferrals, Nevada’s credit unions standing in the financial gap for federal government employees and credit union members who are eligible. Some of these credit unions include Greater Nevada Credit Union, Silver State Schools Credit Union, Clark County Credit Union, Elko Credit Union, and Great Basin Federal Credit Union — among others.

“Credit unions are financial institutions focused on their mission of ‘people helping people.’ This includes times of need and emergencies, such as the government shutdown,” said Stephanie Cuevas, Senior Vice President of Federal Advocacy for Nevada’s Credit Unions. “Credit unions are moving quickly to offer support to federal workers — from TSA agents to air traffic controllers, service members, and more. The goal is to support families during these times of uncertainty while the shutdown is resolved in Washington, D.C.”

Contact, Ask, and Explore
Federal employees can get help today by:

• Contacting a credit union. Those reaching out should mention shutdown-related assistance. You can find a local credit union https://mapping.ncua.gov/
• Asking about eligibility. Every credit union has its own unique method to serving the community. Be sure to ask about how you can receive support.
• Exploring options. The credit union will want to tailor financial solutions to your needs and circumstances.