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Powhatan Reception Center: commissary and sending money
Powhatan Reception Center is a prison in State Farm, Virginia. Here is what families need to know to put money on a loved one's account for commissary, plus the facility's contact details.
How to put money on an account at Powhatan Reception Center
Powhatan Reception Center is part of the Virginia state prison system. Virginia Department of Corrections lists these deposit options for families:
- Online, by mobile app, or by phone through JPay
- Cash at MoneyGram agent locations
- Money order by mail to JPay with a deposit slip
- Do not mail cash or checks to facilities
Before any deposit, have your loved one's full name and ID number ready, and check the fee. Fees vary by company and by payment method.
Finding your loved one
Use the official Virginia locator to confirm the facility and ID number.
What commissary covers
Commissary sells food, hygiene items, stamps and writing supplies, and sometimes clothing or electronics. Each facility sets its own list and prices. Read more in our commissary list guide.
Nearby facilities
- James River Work Center · State Farm
- State Farm Correctional Center · State Farm
- State Farm Enterprise Unit · State Farm
Facility details come from public government data (source: HIFLD_PRISON_BOUNDARIES, updated 2016-07-26). CommissaryForPrisoners.com is not affiliated with this facility or any corrections agency. Something out of date? Tell us.