Directory of Society and Culture Resources

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This category is for sites about the history and composition of the local people. It is also for sites about local social-service resources and institutions. Examples include sites for clubs, social-service organizations, disability resources, genealogy, history, personal homepages, activism, politics, religion, and various sub-groups of the population.

Subcategories

• Activism
• Animal Welfare
• Disability Resources
• Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual
• Military
• Museums
• Religion

Resources in This Category

• 1000 Friends of Fresno

  http://www.1000friendsoffresno.org/
  Promotes and provides information about groups that improve the quality of life in the local community.

• American Historical Society of Germans from Russia

  http://www.ahsgr.org/page/CentralCalifornia
  Mission is to archive, research, and promote the history of Germans from Russia. Funded through a number of events, the largest being the annual Oktoberfest.

• Craig's List: Fresno

  http://fresno.craigslist.org/
  Non-commercial bulletin board for events, jobs, housing, personal ads and community discussion.

• Evangel Home

  http://www.evangelhome.org/
  Provides food, shelter and transitional living centers for women and children.

• Food Not Bombs

  http://www.angelfire.com/ca6/fnb/
  Offering a free vegetarian meal for those in need. Provides information on the organization and location/times of meals served in Fresno, a message board and links to the international site.

• Fresno City and County Historical Society

  http://www.valleyhistory.org/
  Dedicated to the history, culture, and appreciation of California's Central Valley. Activities include preservation advocacy, educational outreach, publications.

• Fresno Commodore User Group

  http://www.dickestel.com/fcug.htm
  User group for Commodore 8-bit computer enthusiasts.

• Fresno County Genealogical Society

  http://www.rootsweb.ancestry.com/~cafcgs/
  Fosters and supports local genealogical and historical interest, collects and preserves genealogical and historical data, aids society members and the general public in compiling genealogies and genealogical research, establishes and maintains a genealogical library which is the private property of the society.

• Fresno Metro Ministry/Local Health Care Coalition

  http://fresnometmin.org/
  Interfaith and Ecumenical organization working for health care access, food security, cultural and religious diversity understanding, and for helpful human services.

• Fresno Rescue Mission

  http://fresnorm.org/
  A Christian shelter for homeless and needy persons. Information about their programs including emergency shelter, Craycroft Youth Center, and the Lighthouse Guild.

• Fresno Rotary Club

  http://www.fresnorotary.org/
  Serves the community by working closely with educational and vocational services. Special projects, meeting information, bulletins, adopted schools, board members and links to other rotary sites are listed.

• Fresno Women's Network

  http://members-fresnowomensnetwork.org/
  Organization for women to support each other in business, personal and professional growth. Provides a newsletter, calendar of events, membership directory, business resources and links to helpful web sites.

• FresnoFamily.com

  http://www.fresnofamily.com/
  Where local families with children can meet others with similar interests and situations and share ideas for local family-friendly activities.

• Historical View of Fresno

  https://www.loc.gov/resource/g4364f.pm000201
  A bird's-eye view showing the city in 1901, with a border showing major buildings.

• Poverello House

  http://www.poverellohouse.org/
  Homeless center serving the hungry and homeless of Fresno California.

• Scottish Society of Central California

  http://www.fresnoscottishsociety.org/
  Purpose is to create, stimulate, and sustain an interest in Scotland and its history, traditions, and culture; to bring together people of Scottish heritage; and to promote goodwill and understanding among its members and the general public. Sponsors the Annual Fresno Scottish Festival and Highland Games.

• The Marjaree Mason Center

  http://www.mmcenter.org/
  Non-profit center to aid victims of domestic abuse and homelessness. Services, educational programs, calendar of events and volunteer opportunities are listed.

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