LAURIE RENTON MENDES FOUNDATION

Our Mission at Fundamenta

We uplift communities through education, health, empowerment, and heartfelt philanthropy.

A diverse group of people smiling and engaging in a vibrant community event outdoors.
A diverse group of people smiling and engaging in a vibrant community event outdoors.
Truly transformative and heartfelt work.

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Join Us

Our Focus

Committed to education, wellness, and community empowerment.

A diverse group of people gathered outdoors, smiling and engaging in a community event.
A diverse group of people gathered outdoors, smiling and engaging in a community event.
Educational Support

Scholarships and mentorships to unlock potential.

Health & Wellness

Programs promoting access and preventive care.

Community Strength

Supporting families and building connected neighborhoods.

Education

Supporting scholarships and mentorship programs.

A group of diverse students engaged in a lively mentorship session outdoors.
A group of diverse students engaged in a lively mentorship session outdoors.
Community Care

Partnering with local groups to provide youth development and family support services that strengthen community bonds and improve quality of life.

Volunteers distributing care packages at a neighborhood community center event.
Volunteers distributing care packages at a neighborhood community center event.
Health & Wellness

Backing programs that increase healthcare access, promote mental health awareness, and encourage preventive care for healthier communities.

A group of smiling students receiving scholarships at a community event hosted by the foundation.
A group of smiling students receiving scholarships at a community event hosted by the foundation.

Impact

Snapshots of lives touched and communities strengthened

Volunteers distributing health and wellness kits to families in a neighborhood outreach program.
Volunteers distributing health and wellness kits to families in a neighborhood outreach program.
A mentor guiding a young woman during a leadership workshop, both engaged and smiling.
A mentor guiding a young woman during a leadership workshop, both engaged and smiling.
Children participating in an outdoor educational activity, surrounded by nature and laughter.
Children participating in an outdoor educational activity, surrounded by nature and laughter.
Community members gathered at a wellness fair, sharing resources and support.
Community members gathered at a wellness fair, sharing resources and support.
A group photo of foundation staff and partners celebrating a successful program launch.
A group photo of foundation staff and partners celebrating a successful program launch.
Location

470 W San Ramon Ave APT 101 Fresno, CA, 93704-2370 United States

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info@mendesfdn.com

559-287-3903

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