Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission https://fresnoeoc.org/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:38:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://fresnoeoc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/fevicon.png Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission https://fresnoeoc.org/ 32 32 Fresno EOC Appoints New CEO https://fresnoeoc.org/fresno-eoc-appoints-new-ceo/ Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:33:10 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=30959 Press Release

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]]> Fresno EOC Free and Healthy Meals for Kids Available in Fresno County https://fresnoeoc.org/fresno-eoc-free-and-healthy-meals-for-kids-available-in-fresno-county/ Fri, 11 Jul 2025 18:25:34 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=30811 Press Release

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]]> A Head Start 0 to 5 Success Story: Ezequiel’s Journey from Shy Head Start Student to Thriving Kindergartener https://fresnoeoc.org/a-head-start-0-to-5-success-story-ezequiels-journey-from-shy-head-start-student-to-thriving-kindergartener/ Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:16:01 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28495 For Yvonne Torres, a mother of three, enrolling her son Ezequiel in the Franklin Head Start program was a decision that transformed their lives. At just four years old, Ezequiel was a shy and reserved child who had spent most of his time at home with limited interaction with peers. Yvonne knew that Head Start 0 to 5 could help him break out of his shell. “I was really grateful when he got accepted because […]

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]]> Shining a Light on Youth HOPE: Preventing Homelessness, Empowering Futures https://fresnoeoc.org/shining-a-light-on-youth-hope-preventing-homelessness-empowering-futures/ Sat, 16 Nov 2024 00:22:13 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28413 November marks Youth HOPE Month, a time to shine a light on the struggles faced by runaway and homeless youth and raise awareness about the resources available to support them. Fresno EOC Sanctuary Support Services is at the forefront of this mission, providing shelter, guidance, and opportunities for vulnerable youth to build a brighter future. “The importance of Youth HOPE Month is to bring and increase awareness to the plight of homeless and runaway youth,” […]

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]]> Halloween Safe Night Out Brings Fun and Safety to Families in Southwest Fresno https://fresnoeoc.org/halloween-safe-night-out-brings-fun-and-safety-to-families-in-southwest-fresno/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 22:04:21 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28297 Halloween Safe Night Out, hosted by Fresno EOC Local Conservation Corps and the West Fresno Family Resource Center, welcomed about 4,000 community members for an evening of safe Halloween fun. This annual event, held every Halloween, provides families and children with a secure, enjoyable space to celebrate in Southwest Fresno. The event began in response to a tragedy, after the heartbreaking loss of young Kayla Foster, who was killed nearby. Following this incident, Fresno EOC […]

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]]> Fresno EOC Energy Services Receives Proclamation on Weatherization Day https://fresnoeoc.org/fresno-eoc-energy-services-receives-proclamation-on-weatherization-day-connecting-families-with-energy-saving-resources/ Fri, 01 Nov 2024 21:30:31 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28281 Fresno EOC Energy Services Program received special recognition for Weatherization Day, with Fresno County Supervisor Nathan Magsig presenting a proclamation from the Fresno County Board of Supervisors during the annual event. Weatherization is the process of adding energy-saving measures—such as weather-stripping doors, sealing windows, insulating walls, upgrading to LED lighting, and repairing or replacing heating and cooling systems—to make homes safer, more comfortable, and energy-efficient for low-income households, especially those with elderly residents, people with […]

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]]> Fresno EOC Local Conservation Corps Corpsmembers Complete Fuels Management Training, Preparing for Careers in Wildland Firefighting https://fresnoeoc.org/fresno-eoc-local-conservation-corps-corpsmembers-complete-fuels-management-training-preparing-for-careers-in-wildland-firefighting/ Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:30:20 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28039 16 Corpsmembers from the Fresno EOC Local Conservation Corps recently completed an intensive two-week fuels management training program, designed to equip them with essential skills for wildfire prevention and response. The program included leadership development, communication training, and an introduction to basic and wildland fire behavior, giving corpsmembers the knowledge needed to perform various roles in the event of a wildfire. “The training we provided will help corpsmembers effectively manage high-risk areas, create fuel breaks, […]

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]]> Kienan Clewis Expands His Educational Impact at Fresno EOC from Access to Technology to SOUL https://fresnoeoc.org/kienan-clewis-expands-his-educational-impact-at-fresno-eoc-from-foster-grandparents-to-soul/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 22:39:31 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28030 From teaching seniors how to use technology to transforming young minds in the classroom, Kienan Clewis has made a meaningful impact wherever he goes. Now, Fresno EOC’s School of Unlimited Learning (SOUL) Charter High School proudly welcomes Clewis, known as “Mr. K,” as their new English teacher. While new to SOUL, Clewis is no stranger to Fresno EOC. His journey with the agency began as a Training Facilitator for the Access to Technology project, overseen […]

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]]> Fresno EOC CEO Emilia Reyes honored at the annual Top Ten Professional Women and Leading Business Awards https://fresnoeoc.org/fresno-eoc-ceo-emilia-reyes-honored-at-the-annual-top-ten-professional-women-and-leading-business-awards/ Fri, 18 Oct 2024 18:54:51 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=28018 The Marjaree Mason Center recently hosted its annual Top Ten Professional Women and Leading Business Awards, bringing together more than a thousand people at the Fresno Convention Center. The event celebrated ten extraordinary women and one outstanding business for their contributions to the community. Honorees were nominated by their peers and chosen by a group of community judges who review dozens of candidates, focusing on their achievements, leadership, and dedication to making a positive difference. […]

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]]> From Corpsmember to Mentor: Adolfo Leyva’s Full Circle Journey at Fresno EOC Local Conservation Corps https://fresnoeoc.org/from-corpsmember-to-mentor-adolfo-leyvas-full-circle-journey-at-fresno-eoc-local-conservation-corps/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 23:36:19 +0000 https://fresnoeoc.org/?p=27321 Adolfo Leyva, now a Senior Recycling Supervisor at Fresno EOC Local Conservation Corps (LCC), is a great example of how the program is helping people, changing lives. His story shows how the opportunities provided by Fresno EOC can help someone overcome challenges and become a leader in their community. Adolfo’s journey started in 2007 when he graduated from the School of Unlimited Learning (SOUL). After spending years in and out of jobs and facing personal […]

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