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Jan and Bud Richter Center

Jan and Bud Richter Center

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16,370 16,370 Fresno State community members were involved in service during the 24-25 academic year.
1,608,427 1,608,427 hours were provided to the community in the 24-25 academic year.
$66.5 There was an estimated $66.5 million in total economic impact on the community in the 24-25 academic year.

 

About Us

About Us

Our Programs

Our Programs

What's New?

What's New?

News and Events

There are new service opportunities and events happening at the Richter Center. See some of our highlighted activities and opportunities below.

The Alternative Break Program....

.....is now accepting applications!

The Fresno State Alternative Break Program has been providing students with opportunities to support the local community since 2001. Student teams work together at a variety of sites throughout the region. There are numerous benefits to participating in the Alternative Break Program, such as:

  • Developing leadership skills through team building, communication, and coordination.
  • Networking with other students and community benefit organizations.
  • Enhancing personal and professional development.
  • Completing 25-30 community service hours.
  • Making a difference in the lives of our community members!
Learn More and Apply

Spring into Service!

2026 Service Opportunities

Spring into Service is an annual volunteer initiative hosted by the Jan and Bud Richter Center. This campus-wide day of service provides Fresno State students with meaningful, one-day, hands-on opportunities to support local nonprofit organizations while strengthening their connection to the community.

For the 2026 Spring into Service, students will have the opportunity to serve at the following locations:
  • Poverello House on Saturday, March 7, 2026
  • Scout Island on Thursday, April 2, 2026
  • San Joaquin River Parkway and Conservation Trust on Saturday, April 11, 2026
Join us in giving back, building community, and making an impact — one day of service at a time.Learn More Here!

Virtual Community Service Opportunities Fair

When students partner with local community benefit organizations a unique opportunity arises for students to develop a better understanding of the comprehensive needs that exist in the community. These partnerships provide students with valuable learning experiences and community agencies with a valuable pool of potential volunteers, interns, and even employees.

During the Virtual Community Service Opportunities Fair students have the opportunity to learn about volunteer, service-learning, internship and career opportunities offered through area community benefit organizations. 

Follow the link below and connect with local organizations!Community Service Opportunities Fair

Get Plugged-In to Service!

Connect with us to learn more about Fresno State's service efforts. Tag @richtercenter or use #FresnoStateServes to share your service experiences with us.