News & Events
On the evening of Friday, September 2nd, a group of parents and kids gathered for dinner at the Sunset Community Center. Volunteers from Westside Church of God and the Fresno Street Saints wanted to connect with the some of the families from the Sunset Elementary neighborhood who were hand picked by the school because they had a need for backpacks and school supplies for their kids.However the more important purpose was to build new friendships with the families and inform them of all the…
September 07, 2011
6:51 PM
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It's exciting to see the new school year starting with new partnerships for several Fresno area schools.
Two churches will be working with Yokomi Elementary; "House of Deliverance" and The Altar Community Church will start with a Saturday Sports Program and they also plan on doing street and alley clean ups in the neighborhood.
Northpark Church will be partnering with Leavenworth doing campus support as well as Saturday Sports.
Iglesia Peoples Church is doing a regular Friday Night…
August 30, 2011
5:32 PM
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It's that time again! Kids are back in school and Saturday Sports programs will soon be going on all over our city! What an exciting time of the year!
There is a huge value in the work that our local churches and organizations do with volunteers who are committed to investing in our city and in the lives of kids and families. With budget cuts in our government run programs it is even more important than ever for people to step forward and serve. There is a real…
August 24, 2011
6:42 AM
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When driving through an apartment complex, you rarely see much activity outside on a warm Fresno day. But nestled in a grassy area under some big trees were tables and chairs and lots of kids hanging out with volunteers from The Word Community Church. Some kids were sitting at tables coloring, one of the volunteers was reading a book to others and anyone who was listening. You could see kids jumping rope, and in an area about 1/4 of the size of a football field, a bunch of kids…
August 18, 2011
7:27 AM
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Church volunteers, parents of students and residents in the Columbia school district gathered on Saturday to clear out some flowerbeds along the streets in one block of that area. This diverse group not only got some much needed work done but they also made some new friends along the way. It was a great way to see three different sectors come together for the unified vision of a single purpose - to make their neighborhood just a little nicer looking for everyone to enjoy.They plan to continue…
August 08, 2011
9:32 PM
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This block party took place at Toby Lawless Elementary where Northpointe Church has been hosting a Saturday Sports Program once a month. On Saturday, July 23rd, however Northpointe brought about 100 volunteers, and joining forces with *Bringing Broken Neighborhoods Back to Life, filling the the campus with activities for everyone. Men of Promise provided music, while men from West Side Church of God barbequed hot dogs for everyone. They had lots of great games and activities for kids…
August 01, 2011
5:53 AM
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During the summer months, community engagement is a big part of our partnerships' outreaches. This past Saturday there were two impactful block parties that were a blessing to our city.
In southwest Fresno, St. Rests Church blocked off the street to host a family-oriented day. There was live music, face painting and even a dunk tank. The kids were having a great time with all the activities while the parents were engaged in healthy conversations with each other. There…
July 18, 2011
3:58 PM
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A little food, a little fun and a lot to celebrate as partnership leaders gathered for an evening to share a meal together and highlights of the past school year in partnership neighborhoods throughout Fresno
We are blessed to live in a city where so many share their time and talents to serve in very intentional ways. It was great to hear what is happening in schools and neighborhoods. It's a joy to be able to serve together, always fun to play…
July 18, 2011
7:19 AM
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A grant from the Fresno Regional Foundation will help ENP implement and expand the Heroes Program so it can offered to more children in Fresno neighborhoods.
The Heroes program started about 5 years ago at Lowell Elementary and has been offered to students at several Fresno Schools. The program targets at-risk students who are having the most difficulty in school (academics, behavior, attendance, relationships), giving them an opportunity to be a part of something positive - something…
July 11, 2011
3:56 PM
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King Solomon Missionary Baptist Church was in the middle of a remodel project and needed a little extra help, so ENP stepped in to help manage the project with volunteers from the church and community pitching in to help.
This past Saturday there were sixty people there to help wherever needed. You could hear the sounds of hammers, saws and energetic volunteers all morning. Members of the church were making a physical investment in their church as well as taking good care of…
June 29, 2011
2:14 PM
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