Lost your wallet, keys, or pet in Grass Valley? Here are the offices that take your report.
One report alerts the Grass Valley Police Department, Nevada County transit, the local animal shelter, and active community lost & found channels. Your report stays active for months, automatically searching for a match.
What did you lose?
If there isn’t an adequate suggestion, select “Other – My item isn’t listed” and enter the item’s category. You can provide details later.
Publishing your report is free and your details stay private. The assisted search is a separate paid service, described in the Terms.
Recent activity
California : found property must be held by law enforcement for at least 90 days before it can pass to the finder, be auctioned or disposed of. (California Civil Code §2080.2)
Across the United States
- Wrislet clutch gray/silver bag with documents · Chicago, IL, October 8
- Ring TM on top · Greensboro, NC, October 8
- Keys · Sarasota, FL, October 8
- Keys · Brookline, MA, October 7
- Camera · Monterey, CA, October 7
Local contact details reviewed on October 7, 2026.
How it works
You report your loss
Tell us what you lost, where, and when. We gather the details that matter most to the right people.
We route it to the right places
Your report goes to the Grass Valley Police Property & Evidence Unit, Nevada County transit lost & found, local animal services if it's a pet, and community groups where people post found items.
Your report keeps searching
For 12 months, your report stays active, cross-checking new posts, found lists, and community alerts. You get notified if a match appears, so you don't have to check Facebook or the shelter every day.
Where lost items go in Grass Valley
Each location keeps its own records. We alert all of them at once.
Grass Valley Police Property & Evidence
All lost items turned in to the police go to the Property and Evidence Unit. If your loss was reported to or found by an officer, it's logged here. We let you know which precinct covers your area and help you generate the details they'll need to search their records.
Nevada County Transit Lost & Found
Lost something on a Nevada County bus or at a shelter? The transit system keeps a separate lost & found log. We route your report to them with the exact route, date, and time so they know what to look for.
Nevada County Airport
Grass Valley is served by Nevada County Airport. If your loss happened near the terminal, gates, or parking area, airport staff maintain their own lost & found records. We make sure they get the details.
Lost pet? Go straight to the shelter
If your cat, dog, or other pet is missing, time matters. Call the Grass Valley Animal Shelter right away at (530) 477-4630, or the Nevada County Animal Shelter at (530) 471-5041 (also known as Sammie's Friends). They log found animals daily. You should also file a priority lost pet report to boost visibility across shelters and community alerts.
Community lost & found groups
When someone finds your wallet, ring, or keys, they often post in local Facebook groups before thinking to call the police. We make sure your report reaches the groups where Grass Valley residents share found items, so you get alerted if a match surfaces.
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The sooner you report, the sooner you can stop worrying.
Every day you wait is another day of scattered checking. A report filed today means your loss is on the radar of the police, transit, the shelter, and the community. You can exhale, and we'll handle the searching.
Report my lost item →Losing something in Grass Valley can feel scattering. Whether it's a phone left at a local business downtown, a ring misplaced at the airport, a wallet on a Nevada County bus, or a beloved pet wandering off near the foothills, the place it went and the place you report it are rarely the same. The police keep found items in their Property & Evidence Division, transit has its own log, the animal shelter tracks lost animals, and community members post finds on Facebook. You'd have to call each one, check multiple pages, and follow up for weeks.
ReportLost cuts through that. One report, one conversation, and we make sure your loss reaches the Grass Valley Police Department, Nevada County transit, local animal services, and the active lost & found groups where Grass Valley residents share what they've found. Better still, your report doesn't go quiet after a week. It stays active for your entire search period, automatically checking new postings and found reports so you can focus on other things. Report once, and let the system search for you.
Common places where things get lost in Grass Valley
If you lost your item in one of these spots, know where to start.
Downtown & Main Street
Shops, restaurants, and businesses along East Main Street see lost wallets, phones, and rings regularly. Businesses often turn items in to police if not claimed quickly.
Nevada County Bus stops & Transit
Items left on Nevada County buses or at shelters are tagged and logged by transit. If you rode a numbered route, have the date and time ready.
Nevada County Airport
The small airport near Grass Valley processes lost luggage, bags, and personal items. Airport staff keep their own lost & found desk.
Parks & Foothill trails
Grass Valley's proximity to hiking and outdoor recreation means lost items on trails often don't make it to official channels. Community posts help here.
Local businesses & restaurants
Coffee shops, diners, and stores often hold found items behind the counter for a few days. Calling ahead saves a trip.
Grass Valley lost & found communities
Real people post what they've found on these channels. Your report reaches them.
Facebook group for lost and found animals across the county
Active Facebook community sharing photos of found pets and animals
Local Facebook group where residents post lost and found items
Nextdoor and local neighborhood pages where found items are shared
Questions about lost items in Grass Valley
How long does the Grass Valley Police hold onto found items?
Items turned in to the Grass Valley Police Property & Evidence Unit are logged and held for a period. Contact the Property & Evidence Division at (530) 477-4614 with your case number to check status and claim your item. We provide the exact info they'll need to retrieve it.
What if I lost something on a Nevada County bus?
Call Nevada County Transit at (530) 477-0103, option 0, and have ready the date, time, and route number. Items are held in their lost & found. Our report ensures transit is notified so they're looking for yours.
How do I know if my lost pet is at the shelter?
Call the Grass Valley Animal Shelter at (530) 477-4630 (open Mon–Fri, 11am–1pm and 2–4pm, plus Sat 9–11am) or Nevada County Animal Shelter at (530) 471-5041. They update their logs daily with found animals. Reporting through us gets your pet onto alert lists faster.
Do businesses in Grass Valley hold lost items?
Yes. Most restaurants, shops, and cafes on Main Street keep lost items at the counter for a few days. Call ahead with a description. If no one claims it within a week, they may turn it in to the police.
How long does ReportLost keep searching for my item?
Your report stays active for 12 months, depending on the option you choose. During that time, we cross-check new community posts, found lists, and shelter records so you don't have to refresh pages every day. You get alerted if a credible match surfaces.
Is ReportLost official, or does it replace filing a police report?
ReportLost is an independent service, not affiliated with Grass Valley Police or Nevada County. We don't replace a police report if you need one for insurance or legal reasons. Instead, we complement the official channels by alerting them all at once and keeping your report actively searching for months so you get better odds of recovery.
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Stop checking everywhere. Let your report do the work.
File your loss once, and your report will search the Grass Valley Police Property & Evidence, Nevada County transit, local animal shelters, and community groups for months. No more daily refreshes, no more wondering if you called the right place. Your search is on autopilot.
Start my report →ReportLost.org is an independent service and is not affiliated with the Grass Valley Police Department, Nevada County, Nevada County Transit, Nevada County Airport, Nevada County Animal Services, the Grass Valley Animal Shelter, or any local government or business mentioned. We alert these organizations and community channels on your behalf, but you retain the right to contact them directly. For emergencies or legal matters, contact your local police non-emergency line or 911.