UCP of Central California

It's incredible when a longtime supporter continues to show up for UCP of Central California the way Rare Earth Coffee and the Beal family shows up for us. They have agreed to be Gold Crown Sponsors of the Dawg Pound League Cornhole King and Queen Tournament on Saturday. A portion of proceeds from the event will benefit UCPCC. We are eternally grateful for their support. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, Rare Earth!

Check out this video with UCP of Central California's Executive Director Roger Slingerman chatting about the upcoming Dawg Pound League Cornhole King and Queen Tournament at Fresno Fairgrounds on Saturday! It should be a fantastically fun Father's Day weekend!

The Disability Equity Project is out at the Cherry Avenue Auction, providing information on COVID-19 vaccines, the vaccine clinic at EPU Children's Center on Thursday and financial aid! Come check us out!

Our friends at Der Manouel Insurance Group have found a way to continue their support of the programs we provide for children and adults with disabilities. They are Bronze Crown Sponsors of Dawg Pound League Cornhole's King and Queen Tournament on Saturday. A portion of the proceeds from this event benefit UCPCC. Thank you so much, Der Manouel Insurance, for your longtime support!

Please join us in sharing our gratitude to Tuff Shed! They have signed on as Bronze Crown Sponsors of Dawg Pound League Cornhole's King and Queen Tournament on Saturday, June 19. UCPCC will receive a portion of the proceeds from the event. It's sponsorships like this that help our students reach their personal goals. We can't make it without that kind of support. You're the best, Tuff Shed!!

Sometimes, family isn't just the people you're related to. Sometimes, it's the people who choose to support you. And we are so glad Payroll People Inc. - PPI Business Services chose UCPCC. They have signed on to be Bronze Crown sponsors of Dawg Pound League Cornhole's King and Queen Tournament on Saturday. A portion of the proceeds from the event will go to benefit UCPCC's programs. Thank you for your continued support, Payroll People!

We are thrilled to recognize a new partner, Knights of Columbus, who have signed on to be Bronze Crown Sponsors of the Dawg Pound League Cornhole King and Queen Tournament on Saturday, June 19. This kind of support is what helps our students strive to fulfill their dreams while visiting our centers. Thank you, Knights of Columbus, for your generous gift!

You've been exposed to COVID-19 and you've taken a test. But what do you do now? The CDC offers this guidance when quarantining while waiting for your results. And if you or your family have been affected by COVID-19 and require financial, housing and/or food assistance, as well as guidance to testing sites, please visit www.depfresno.com TODAY.

Do you know what to do if you become ill? The CDC has advice on how to keep your family safe and when to go to the hospital. And if you or your family has been affected by COVID-19 and you need financial, housing or food assistance, please visit www.depfresno.com or email us at [email protected] for help.

To all of our friends, we wish you a beautiful holiday.

Last week, some of our adult students came by our Arts and Technology Center in Fresno to safely see staff, pick up gifts and enjoy a visit with Santa at a safe distance! It was so nice for staff and students to greet each other for the holidays!

It's finally here! VOTE TODAY! If you are having problems voting or think your rights have been violated, contact the Election Protection Hotline at 1-866-OUR-VOTE or 1-866-687-8683. If you have to go into a polling place today, make sure to:... * Bring a photo ID. * Plan to wait. There will be long lines, so make sure to dress comfortably and bring a snack and water. You might even want to bring a chair so you can sit down.. Good luck!

Election Day is TOMORROW! If you need to vote in-person, make sure you stay safe and practice social distancing protocols.

Happy Halloween! What will you be doing this year to celebrate this spooky day? Share your ideas and photos in the comments!

Things around UCP are awfully strange this time of year. Check out this Halloween special put together by UCP staff. Do you have a favorite Halloween movie or song? Let us know in the comment section!

UCP staff are out and about trying to keep the UCP holiday spirit alive. They are dressed up and on their way to drop off special treat bags for our students! We hope you have a safe and happy Halloween! :)

Thank you to Murphy Bank for presenting UCP of Central California with a plaque, spotlighting us as one of the businesses they recognize for our "enterprising spirit and long-standing success." Visit https://bit.ly/33tIWL8 to hear more on this recognition. Thank you again, Murphy Bank, for this honor. We are honored to work with you!

We are excited to announce that Rotary Club of Clovis has awarded UCPCC with $350 for its Art in the Park program! Thank you SO MUCH, Clovis Rotary! We cannot provide our students with the tools they need to succeed without partners like you. You are ROCK STARS!

If you think you can't vote, YOU CAN! There is time even if you haven't registered. And if you've misplaced your ballot, you still have options. We just want you to get out there and VOTE! Election Day is NEXT TUESDAY!

Looking for an idea on how to spend your Saturday? How about celebrating National Make a Difference Day by donating blood? Our friends at Central California Blood Center desperately need your help. The Valley's blood supply has reached extremely low levels. Visit donateblood.org for donor center hours and locations or to schedule an appointment! ... Share in the comments below what you are doing to make a difference today.

We are a mere 15 days away from Election Day and we at UCP of Central California want to make sure you have all the information you need to make your voices heard. The ARC of California is here to help.

UCP of Central California has changed the way it provides services to students, with a focus on remote learning. Read about what's going on at UCPCC on our blog. And if you haven't signed up for our monthly newsletter, visit www.ucpcc.org today!

If you missed out on UCP of Central California's Pulling Strings 2020 Drive-Thru dinner event, check out our blog post on all the fun we had and how much money we raised! Also, we should have final numbers on Steptember US by the end of the month so STAY TUNED! Thank you for all the support!

Did you know today is World Cerebral Palsy Day? And this year, UCP of Central California is celebrating the overwhelming support we received during last weekend's Pulling Strings 2020: Drive Thru. Chef and UCPCC board Vice President Keith Allen and his crew of helpers served more than 400 dinners on Saturday night as cars lined the streets in front of our Fresno arts and technology center. We are already discussing the possibility of having this event again in the spring, so make sure to stay tuned. And THANK YOU FOR THE SUPPORT!