Jan and Bud Richter Center

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21,674 21,674 Fresno State community members were involved in service during the 23-24 academic year.

1,439,065 1,439,065 hours were provided to the community in the 23-24 academic year.

$57.2 There was an estimated $57.2 million in total economic impact on the community in the 23-24 academic year.

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News and Events

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

Virtual Community Service Opportunities Fair

The Virtual Community Service Opportunities Fair is an online opportunity for students and local community benefit organizations to come together in a mutually beneficial way. There are dozens of local community benefit organizations eager to work with Fresno State students!

The next in person community service opportunities fair will be held on January 29, 2025.

Virtual Fair

Upcoming Blood Drive!

Benefiting the Central California Blood Center

The Blood Drives will be on campus in the following locations on each of the below dates: RSU 107, Memorial Gardens and the Free Speech Area

November 19th: 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
November 20th: 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
November 21st: 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.

To donate blood you must be in good general health, weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be at least 17 years old. Photo ID and social security number are required at donor registration. Please eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids four hours prior to donation. Donating blood is not painful and takes less than an hour. YOUR donation could save up to three lives!Learn More!

Bud Richter Week of Service

November 2, 2024 through November 9, 2024

The Bud Richter Week of Service remembers and honors the life of Elmer “Bud” Richter by engaging hundreds of Fresno State students, staff and faculty in service.

Several service events are planned as part of the week-long celebration of giving back, but individuals may also choose to serve with agencies or at events not coordinated by the Richter Center.

Learn More Here

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