Partners with Purpose

The Fresno Family Counseling Center will expand access to free or sliding‑fee mental health counseling across the Valley, serving students and community members with culturally responsive, professionally supervised care. As part of Fresno State’s Marriage, Family, and Child Counseling program, where students receive the nationally recognized Dual‑Channel Feedback training, this investment will strengthen the region’s mental well-being while equipping future counselors with immersive, supervised clinical experience that supports both community and career readiness.

The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) will expand into a vibrant center of intellectual enrichment for adults aged 50 and better, offering non-credit courses, lectures, and cultural programs that foster curiosity, community, and continued personal growth. Inspired by the growth of peer institutes nationwide, with over 120 campuses hosting Osher programs, serving tens of thousands of active members who pursue learning purely for joy and engagement, this initiative will enhance accessibility, launch innovative programming, and deepen intergenerational connections throughout the Valley. Anchored by the Bernard Osher Foundation’s legacy of lifelong learning, Fresno State’s OLLI will redefine aging as a phase of discovery and collective civic vitality. 

The Physical Therapy Gait System will introduce a state-of-the-art ceiling‑mounted suspension system that supports patients during balance and gait training. It will empower therapists to safely oversee sit-to-stand transitions, stair climbing, and walking exercises. Building on Fresno State’s renowned Gait, Balance and Mobility Research and Education Center, where students learn through cutting-edge technology and real community care, this initiative will elevate clinical training and expand access to innovative rehabilitation services across the Valley.