On the National Day of Prayer, Fresno Mayor-elect Jerry Dyer expressed thanks Thursday to his Creator after announcing that $1 million was raised for 20 local charities through the Give Help Now campaign. Listen to this article: Dyer, who led the effort, said he hopes the funds from the month-long...
Give Help Now for Local Nonprofits? Yes, People Are!
After one week, a charitable fundraising effort championed by Mayor-elect Jerry Dyer reached half of its $500,000 goal. “I can’t thank enough the hundreds of people who have given much-needed resources to these hardworking organizations during this crisis,” Dyer said. The Give Help Now fund has raised more than $150,000 in...
Dyer Leads Million-Dollar Fundraiser for Nonprofits.
Four of Fresno's most well-known nonprofits have been hit with a double whammy in the COVID-19 era — increased demand and falling donations Mayor-elect Jerry Dyer announced an effort Thursday to help alleviate the situation. Five anonymous Fresno business leaders have contributed $100,000 each as seed money for a dollar-for-dollar...
Donor Gives $500K to CRMC Homeless After-Care. How You Can Help.
Levi Hamilton would be back on the streets if it weren't for the after-care help Community Regional Medical Center provided him. Commemorating a year of sobriety, Hamilton says CRMC provided such help as transportation to and from appointments, access to medical devices, and assistance getting him to and from his current...
Islamic Center Opens Helping Hands to Fresno and Beyond
The Islamic Culture Center of Fresno is more than just a place for Valley Muslims to pray. The facility at 2111 E. Nees in Fresno has also been used for community and cultural programs. GV Wire hosted forums at ICCF this past year for the Fresno city council candidates and...
French Superstar Mbappe, 19, Donates World Cup Paycheck & Bonus
Kylian Mbappe plays soccer with the passion of a youngster, which he is, and the knowledge of a much old player. He's exhibiting this same combination of heart and wisdom off the pitch as well. The 19-year-old French forward, according to the newspaper L’Equipe, is donating his World Cup paycheck...
Coats Bring Warmth and Smiles to Local Kids
Students attending Central Unified schools are better prepared for winter thanks to the support of Granville Homes. This week, the annual Coats for Kids program distributed jackets to more than 800 students across the district. Funding was provided by a $15,000 donation from Granville to the Foundation for Central Schools. "Many...
Coats Bring Warmth and Smiles to Local Kids
Students attending Central Unified schools are better prepared for winter thanks to the support of Granville Homes. This week, the annual Coats for Kids program distributed jackets to more than 800 students across the district. Funding was provided by a $15,000 donation from Granville to the Foundation for Central Schools. "Many...