For over 15 years, Every Neighborhood Partnership (ENP) has been a catalyst for change in Fresno through community-driven initiatives empowering residents to transform their own neighborhoods and schools. Now, we’re excited to take our commitment to the next level with the purchase of our very own building!
“[Because] of a lack of awareness, many times we limit ourselves [or don’t know how] to make changes for our communities. For many years I was advocating with a group of residents for a pedestrian crosswalk in our area- the area around Susan B Anthony [Elementary School].
Now that I am in this program, I know exactly what the process is that I have to follow to guide other leaders so they can advocate for the development of our communities.”
Juana Iris Meza
“What good is it to say, ‘I love my neighbor,’ but not be present with them?”
David Delgado, The Garage Community Church.
Two years ago, the principal of Pyle Elementary asked Every Neighborhood Partnership (ENP) if there was a local church who would like to partner with their school. He was specifically looking for volunteers to serve as mentors for their 5th and 6th grade students.
Pyle Elementary School is about a ten minute walk from The Garage Community Church. “They’re our neighbors,” says David Delgado, a deacon at the church.
Are you a local faith-based leader or non-profit looking to grow your leadership in 2024? ENP would love for you to consider joining our Redemptive Impact Accelerator in partnership with the Center for Community Transformation and Ten Talents Foundation.
Located here in Fresno, Ca, the Redemptive Impact Accelerator is a 3 1/2 month long co-hort to equip non-profit leader to think strategically for the long term and make real impact in their communities. The cohort will focus on the key elements for a redemptive non-profit: Story, Programs, Team, Board, Funding, and Identity. Leaders are partnered with coaches to walk alongside the organizations in this 5-month program. Leaders walk away with structures to ensure they have clear impact goals, a strategy for their funding priorities and a clear vision for the path ahead.
Taught in part by Andrew Feil, Executive Director of Every Neighborhood Partnership, come learn from non-profit leaders here in the Valley making redemptive change now.
Read more: ENP Training + Resources: Redemptive Impact Accelerator
Hop in the car for a guided driving tour through West and Central Fresno, hosted by Every Neighborhood Partnership (ENP). Hear from community members and ministry practitioners as they share their stories while pointing out signs of need and signs of hope in their neighborhoods. Learn more about Fresno, explore new areas and ministries in our city, and consider ways you can get involved in pursuing God’s shalom (peace) through what is already going on in Fresno.
Do you want to uncover the hidden gems and untold stories of Fresno from your car? Do you have a desire to know your city and get involved at a deeper level? Every Neighborhood Partnership (ENP) is thrilled to invite you to dive into the heart of our city through our new and improved Drive Tours!
From October 4th-7th, 10 people from the ENP team went to Cincinnati for the Christian Community Development Association National Conference. This year’s theme was “Embrace,” as we explored embracing love, truth, righteousness, and peace alongside other Christian community development practitioners. We heard from dynamic speakers, bonded as a team, networked with others from Fresno and around the country, and learned practical tips from others serving in similar contexts.
Fresno has the highest concentrated poverty rate in California, 8 in 10 students are struggling to read at grade level, and many families are experiencing food insecurity.
For those who are led by the teachings of Jesus, apathy and non action are not viable responses to these realities.
“[If you believe] that everybody [is] made in the image of God…You have to care about the people who live next door!
Joe White, Pastor of Neighborhood Church
But where does a church begin to address this issue? How can a church address the struggles our city faces in a lasting, meaningful way?
Put simply, they can’t. Not alone.
All the injustices we can name come down to land and who is control of it.
~ Ivan Paz, Community Land Use Academy Project Manager, Every Neighborhood Partnership
