Hope Now’s 32nd Annual Banquet Fundraiser & Celebration

You’re invited to celebrate 32 years of life-changing impact at Hope Now’s Annual Banquet! This special evening is a time we come together as one family, reflecting on the faith, unity, and generosity that make our mission possible.

Hope Now began with a divine calling to bring God’s hope to men seeking to leave behind lives of gangs, crime, and poverty. More than 2,700 men have experienced transformation—restoring their lives, families, and communities.

Every man who walks through our doors faces his own battles—growing up without a father, neglect and abuse, in the grip of addiction, and the violent gang life. Yet, through faith and your support, these men are finding hope, belonging, and success.

On this night, we will honor that legacy and celebrate the countless individuals who have answered the call to support this ministry through leadership, prayer, and financial gifts.

“Rejoice in hope,
be patient in tribulation,
be constant in prayer.”
– Romans 12:12

Thank you for joining us to celebrate 31 years of transformation. Your continued investment—spiritual and financial—is making the impossible possible. Together, we make miracles happen!

SAVE THE DATE

Thursday | February 27, 2025
@ Clovis Veteran’s Memorial District

CELEBRATION SCHEDULE

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

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 Have Ties To Gangs

Violent Crimes Committed Every Year

%

Of 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.

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"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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2305 Stanislaus St. Fresno, CA 93721

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