As we look back on the 2025–2026 school year, we’re reminded that meaningful change is never accomplished alone.
This past summer, our Executive Director reached the summit of a long hike in the Eastern Sierras and paused to take in the view of the pristine alpine lakes below. It was a moment to appreciate the journey, the hard work it took to get there, and the beauty of what was waiting at the top.
In many ways, that’s what this season of reflection feels like at Every Neighborhood Partnership.
Looking back, we’re overwhelmed with gratitude for the thousands of families served, the hundreds of volunteers who showed up, and the school, church, and community partners who continue to link arms with us. Creating the conditions for students to excel, community members to be healthy and whole, and neighborhoods to thrive isn’t easy work. It takes consistency, relationships, and a community willing to walk alongside one another.
And this year, that community showed up in incredible ways.
2,187 families served
This school year, Every Neighborhood Partnership served 2,187 families through literacy mentoring, Saturday Sports, Nutrition & Gardening, and Read Fresno programs.
That’s a 40% increase in families served compared to the previous school year.
Nearly 4,000 lunches were served through Saturday Sports, giving children the opportunity to enjoy fresh air, sunshine, a meal, and positive relationships with caring adults. Behind every number is a student building confidence as a reader, a child enjoying a Saturday afternoon with a positive adult influence, or a family gaining access to resources and relationships that help them thrive. Our growth isn’t simply about reaching more people. It’s about deepening our presence in neighborhoods and building the relationships that make lasting change possible.
Nearly 500% More Literacy Support in Seven Years
One of the clearest pictures of what sustained community partnership can accomplish is the growth of our literacy mentoring work.
In just seven years, we’ve seen nearly 500% more one-on-one literacy support made possible through our continued partnerships with community volunteers, the Richter Center at Fresno State, and College Corps.
That growth represents thousands of additional opportunities for students to practice reading, build relationships with caring adults, and develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed.
It also represents something bigger: when a community invests in its students, the impact multiplies.
Showing Up for the Whole Neighborhood
At ENP, we believe thriving neighborhoods require more than strong schools. They require connected people, equipped leaders, and opportunities for neighbors to care for one another.
This year, our Neighborhood Development and school-based programs brought that belief to life:
- 406 volunteers activated across ENP Reads, Nutrition & Gardening, Literacy Mentors, Saturday Sports, and Neighborhood Development.
- 22,537 hours of service given by community members and college students to support local schools and families.
- 55 parents engaged through on-campus Parent Engagement Classes, including Parent University, Food for Thought, and Cultivating Mental Health.
These aren’t just programs. They’re opportunities for people to become invested in the places they call home.
Whether it’s a parent gaining new tools to support their child’s well-being, a college student discovering the joy of serving their community, or a volunteer showing up week after week to help a student read, each interaction helps strengthen the fabric of our neighborhoods.
A Community Moving Together
Our impact is made possible by a growing network of partnerships across Fresno and Clovis.
From school campuses to neighborhood organizations, churches, and community groups, this work is rooted in the belief that lasting change happens when we work together.
This year, our partnership network included schools such as Addams, Anthony, Columbia, Heaton, King, Lowell, and Wolters, among many others. We continued working alongside neighborhood organizations, including Fresno Housing, Southwest Fresno CDC, Highway City CDC, Fresno Metro Ministry, and numerous local churches and community partners.
Each partnership brings something unique to the table. Some provide volunteers, others offer space, resources, leadership, or relationships within their neighborhoods. Together, they help create a network of support around students and families.
To every volunteer who gave their time, every parent who showed up, every church that opened its doors, every school that welcomed us onto its campus, and every community partner who believed in this work: thank you.
The 2025–2026 school year was a beautiful reminder of what is possible when a community chooses to show up for one another.
And while we’re grateful for the view from this year’s summit, we know there’s more trail ahead.