Nov 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
Race and poverty are strongly linked in America—this is overwhelmingly true for Fresno County A person of color is 2-3 times as likely to be in poverty than a white person in Fresno County. For children, the gap is even wider. Nearly a third of the children are in...
Oct 17, 2022 | Energy Services, LIHEAP, Uncategorized
Bone-chilling weather lurks around the corner, which makes this a great time to raise awareness about our energy use. October is Energy Awareness Month, designated by the U.S. Department of Energy to spread the word about using energy wisely, both for the environment...
Oct 4, 2022 | Local Conservation Corps, Uncategorized
It’s baaack! After a two-year break due to COVID-19, the Safe Night Out Halloween event in Southwest Fresno is returning. The epic evening for candy crawlers is coming back in full force with food, sweets, entertainment, and more! Everyone is invited to...
Oct 4, 2022 | Agency, Uncategorized
We all know the price of groceries has soared recently. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, costs have risen more than 13% in the last year. Fresno EOC recognized that challenge and stepped in to help ensure families in need, are fed.Fresno EOC Chief...
Sep 2, 2022 | Employment & Training, Head Start 0 to 5, Homeless Services, Housing Programs, Uncategorized
23-year old Raihannah and her 2-year old daughter haven’t had it easy. They’ve been staying at the Fresno EOC Sanctuary and Support Services Youth Bridge Housing in downtown Fresno for nearly six months. Raihannah says she has been through a tough emotional and...
Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized, VAC
The City of Mendota is a small, ag-based community where many residents depend on seasonal work. In a community with a median household income of about $36,300, Fresno EOC is hoping to expand opportunities for the local workforce.On May 20, Fresno EOC Valley...
