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GET ENGAGED IN FRESNO
The more you understand your community, the more power you have to shape its future. Getting involved, whether by volunteering, participating in decision making, or even running for office, doesn’t just strengthen your neighborhood. Research shows it also opens the door to upward mobility: the chance to move ahead in life with better jobs, higher income, and greater stability for you and your family. Fresno’s economy is complex and interconnected, touching nearly every part of daily life, including land use, education, health, and more. The more you learn about how these areas fit together, the easier it becomes to see where your voice and actions can make a real difference. The opportunities and resources below can help you take the first step on this journey.
LEARN ABOUT FRESNO
Deepening knowledge about Fresno empowers residents to engage more confidently in decision-making, strengthen community connections, and shape the city’s future together.
An educational and engagement initiative that examines the impact of racism in Fresno and explores the past, present, and future of racial and economic justice in our community.
A transformative year-long program that equips individuals with the skills, knowledge, and motivation to become empowered civic leaders shaping Fresno.
Download the app and take a tour to key locations across Fresno. Along the way, hear directly from community leaders about the issues they care about and the work being done to address them.
A 9-month collaborative program connecting emerging professionals with influential leaders in business, government, and the community, focused on exploring and shaping the future of Downtown Fresno.
EXPLORE TOPICS RELATED TO FRESNO’S ECONOMY
We work with diverse partners to help connect residents to training opportunities covering the following topics that impact Fresno’s economy.
Education
Learn about Fresno's education system, including topics like Early Learning, English Language Learners, Dual Immersion, and how you can play a role in advocating for change.
Mental Health
Understand how individual and community trauma shapes engagement and impacts youth development, and explore strategies for resilience.
Land Use
Participate in an intensive 8-week bootcamp designed for residents interested in Fresno’s land use policies and development decisions.
Housing
Discover how nonprofits are advancing affordable housing initiatives, homeownership programs, and advocacy efforts to expand housing access across Fresno County.
Transportation
Learn from organizations leading transportation advocacy efforts across neighborhoods, corridors, and the entire county.
Environment
Learn how residents and youth can take action on environmental issues affecting urban neighborhoods and rural communities, and explore current advocacy work happening across the region.
GET ENGAGED IN FRESNO
Our team can help you get connected to the opportunities outlined above. Fill out the form below and we’ll follow up with you.
VOLUNTEER IN FRESNO
Volunteering helps build an economy for everyone by opening up skills, connections, and opportunities to more people.
Volunteer at local elementary schools through literacy mentoring or join us on Saturday mornings for recreation, arts, and crafts with children.
Explore a variety of volunteer projects that match your interests and availability, from community service days to ongoing engagement opportunities.
Join citywide efforts to clean, beautify, and restore Fresno’s neighborhoods and public spaces.
Help serve more than 2,600 meals daily to those in need. Opportunities are available for youth and those seeking internship experience.
Support by sorting, packing, distributing food, or assisting with administrative tasks serving food-insecure families.
Participate in community engagement events, tree planting, and the care of green spaces and greenways.
Contribute to initiatives that help create safer routes and environments for students traveling to and from school.
Just a few hours a week in one of our Clubs county-wide can have a tremendous impact on a young person's life.
Get involved by assembling emergency preparedness kits or helping families with tax assistance services.
Catholic Charities
Assist by distributing food boxes, sorting donations, welcoming clients, or answering phones.
EXPERIENCE FRESNO’S CULTURE
Getting involved in culture, whether by experiencing Fresno’s art, food, music, or traditions, strengthens an economy for everyone by creating shared pride, attracting investment, supporting local businesses, and opening opportunities that reflect the diversity of the whole community.
Arte Américas is dedicated to celebrating and promoting Latino art, culture, and heritage through exhibitions, performances, and community programs.
The African American Historical & Cultural Museum preserves, showcases, and educates the public about the history, art, and cultural contributions of African Americans in the region.
The Fresno Center’s Hmong History & Cultural Studies Model Curriculum is an oral-history project that preserves and shares the stories of Hmong elders and community members to honor heritage and enrich education.
The Armenian Cultural Conservancy is a nonprofit dedicated to gathering, preserving, and sharing the rich history, artifacts, and stories of Armenian settlement in California’s Central Valley - offering cultural exhibitions, genealogical support, and archival resources.
ENGAGE IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD
Neighborhood organizing brings residents together to identify needs, share resources, and take action – ultimately building stronger, more responsive communities.
Join an neighborhood group
Depending on what neighborhood you live in, there are many existing groups and ongoing efforts to strengthen Fresno's neighborhood.
Discover how to build a thriving, connected neighborhood by learning practical strategies to spark meaningful change right where you live.