Hope Now’s 32nd Annual Banquet Fundraiser & Celebration

Together, we make miracles happen!

On behalf of Hope Now, I want to thank each and every one of you for attending our banquet and for your generous contributions.

Your investment into the lives of gang members, high school dropouts, and those with arrest records is crucial—not only for their transformation but for the lives of their children and families as well.

Rejoice in hope,
be patient in tribulation,
be constant in prayer.

Romans 12:12

Because of your support, men and women who were once on the streets are now finding a new path—a path that leads them away from crime and brokenness and into the American mainstream, where they are becoming contributing members of society.

Your belief in second chances gives hope to those who felt forgotten. You are helping to break cycles of violence and poverty, and together, we are building a stronger, safer community.

Thursday | Feb 27 | 2025

5:30PM | Doors Open, Guest Reception
6:30PM | Banquet Begins
8:30PM | Closing Prayer & Benediction

Clovis Veteran’s Memorial
808 4th Street
Clovis, CA 93612

$24,000

Was raised after covering costs.

Connections & Jobs

We have several job opportunities for our guys and a strong, growing network investing into our comminity.

Hope Home

We have sent a check to help cover the costs that were needed to get the construction project started. We look forward to moving in clients later this spring. We’ll keep you updated.

From all of us at Hope Now—and from those whose lives you are helping to change—thank you for standing with us. Your generosity is making a lasting difference. Thank you, and God bless you.
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Why We Do It

There’s a grievous problem many young men in our city are facing…
and a proven way to create lasting change.

%

Of Young Men In Fresno Area Have Ties To Gangs

Violent Crimes Committed Every Year In Fresno Area

%

Of Fresno Area Families Are Living In Poverty

Per Year Saved For Each Man Rehabilitating At Hope Now

%

Of Hope Now Graduates Keep Their Jobs

• Saving Lives
• Strengthening Families
• Improving Communities

When Hope Now reaches just one gang member, it has a shockwave effect. It starts with his family and close friends, then to the neighborhood he calls home, and ultimately into the community he cares about.

"Respectful, Kind, and Loved"

We have on two occasions hired young men brought to us from Hope Now. Each young man has been respectful, kind, and loved by our pastors, directors and office staff.

 

GEORGE POSTHUMUS

Senior Pastor, Riverpark Bible Church

"A Shining Light"

Our relationship with Hope Now has been a true blessing to our staff, congregation and community. I feel blessed that the Lord has placed me in a position where I can have direct contact with people like the Hope Now staff and its participants. This ministry presents a shining light in our broken world.

 

TORSTEN GRUNBERG

Director of Finance & Facilities, First Presbyterian Church, Fresno

"Remarkable Success"

We are truly blessed by the work at Hope Now with two of my employees. We’ve experienced remarkable success and accountability of their program; all in the name of the Lord.

 

BILL LEBDA

Owner, Secure-It-New

"Long and Successful History"

We have a long and successful history of working with Hope Now. We are proud to have placed a number of their clients with the employers we serve. Many have been hired from temporary positions to full time employment.

 

TIM CONBOY

Marketing Manager, Ultimate Staffing Services

"Proud Sponsor and Partner"

Fresno Plumbing & Heating, Inc. has been a proud sponsor and partner with Hope Nowfor over 20 years. We are only where we are today through the grace of God and look forward to a future supporting Hope Now – mutually benefiting by gaining dedicated employees and contributing to the betterment of our community.

 

LARRY KUMPE

President/Owner, Fresno Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

"Puts a Young Man On the Right Track"

Hope Now always sends us hard working employees when we need them. I recommend Hope Now to employers needing labor. Hiring from this organization helps put a young man on the right track.

 

JASON NEWMAN

Plant Manager, Dan-D-Pak

"Neverending Love and Support"

We are impressed by this organization and their assistance and dedication to young men in our community. The staff at Hope Now helps so many employees and employers, their never-ending love and support cannot be measured. Our company has been truly blessed to hire young men from Hope Now For Youth.

 

BILL ROLBIECKI

Plant Manager, Dan-D-Pak

"A Helpful Resource"

I’ve had a great experience working with Hope Now. The organization is a helpful resource that we can turn to when we are looking for candidates for employment. We have found employees hired through Hope Now have a good attitude, are respectful, and grateful for the opportunity.

 

JARED MEDARIS

President, Expo Party Rentals

"Some of Our Best Employees"

We have worked with Hope Now For Youth since 2006. We are proud to say that many individuals who have come from Hope Now are some of our best employees. Hope Now is professional and upstanding in their work ethic.

 

TONI KEMP

National Director, Exact Staff Inc.

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