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.
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....
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!
Spring into Service!
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 event, students will have the opportunity to serve at Poverello House on Saturday, March 7. Poverello House is a longstanding Fresno nonprofit dedicated to providing meals, shelter, and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty.
Volunteers will assist with service projects that directly support Poverello House’s mission of offering compassionate care and essential resources to those in need.
Join us in giving back, building community, and making an impact — one day of service at a time.
Award Nominations Now Open!
Each year, the President of California State University, Fresno, hosts the Spirit of Service Awards Reception to thank and honor the thousands of students, faculty, staff and community partners who contribute to the university's diverse and robust service efforts. Combined, these efforts provide over 1 million hours of service to the community each year. Learn more about current award opportunities and nomination criteria below.
Nomination deadline: February 20, 2026