Marjaree Mason Center

01/23/2026

January is Stalking Awareness Month. Stalking is a deeply invasive and frightening form of abuse, and it can feel especially overwhelming when legal options don’t feel accessible, safe, or effective.

If you are being stalked by a current or former partner, please know this is not your fault— you deserve to feel safe, supported, and empowered. Call our 24/7 helpline at (559) 233-4357.

01/22/2026

Most people don’t realize that intimate partner violence is one of the leading causes of homelessness for women and children in the United States.

When a person’s home is not a safe place, they are often forced to make heartbreaking decisions: stay in an abusive environment and risk their life to avoid losing shelter and stability, or leave and risk becoming homeless in the hope of safety for themselves and their children. Survivors face enormous barriers in choosing safety.

The Marjaree Mason Center is proud to have hosted and presented as trainers for the 2026 Point in Time Count trainings, in partnership with the Fresno Madera Continuum of Care, volunteers, and community partners. The annual census of people experiencing homelessness in Fresno and Madera Counties will take place next week. Survivors of intimate partner violence often experience housing instability, and MMC’s role in this work helps ensure that survivor voices and realities are included in the data that drives community policy and resources.

01/21/2026

📣 Get certified! Our 40-Hour Domestic Violence Counselor Training equips future advocates with the tools to support survivors in Fresno County.

💡 Learn from expert speakers on topics like:
✔️ History of DV & societal attitudes
✔️ Civil & criminal law
✔️ Confidentiality & victim-counselor privilege
✔️ Peer counseling techniques
✔️ Cultural competency & teen dating violence

🗓️ January 26 – January 30
⏰ 8AM – 5PM (1-hr lunch)
📍 Marjaree Mason Center – Isnardi Foundation Building 255 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA 93704

This training meets CA Evidence Code 1037.1 requirements for DV Counselors.

01/19/2026

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness: only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate: only love can do that."

As we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., let us continue to find hope and offer strength to others.

Our administrative offices will be closed today, January 19th. Normal business hours will resume tomorrow on January 20th at 8:30 a.m.

Please note that our crisis response team is still on site and available via our 24/7 helpline at (559) 233-HELP (4357).

Together, we can build a brighter future rooted in hope and compassion.

01/17/2026

Supporting someone experiencing violence and trauma isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about showing up with compassion, patience, and belief.

Your words and actions can make a powerful difference. When survivors feel seen and supported, they’re more likely to find their path to safety and healing. Let’s continue creating spaces rooted in empathy, trust, and hope.

If you or someone you know needs support, the Marjaree Mason Center 24/7 Confidential Helpline is available at (559) 233-HELP (4357).

01/16/2026

Our administrative offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, January 20th at 8:30am. If you need to reach someone in our administration office, please call (559) 237-4706 before 5pm today. Wishing everyone a safe holiday weekend.

Please note that our crisis team is still on site and available via our 24/7 helpline at (559) 233-HELP (4357).

01/15/2026

While Wear Blue Day in recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness was observed this past Sunday, raising awareness does not end after a single day. Join the Marjaree Mason Center as we stand in solidarity with survivors of human trafficking and honor their strength. While MMC’s direct services focus on intimate partner violence, we recognize the intersection of these issues and remain committed to education, awareness, and advocacy that promote safety and prevention.

If you or someone you know needs help related to human trafficking, support is available. You can contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or text “HELP” to “BeFree” (233733). Our team can also help direct you to the appropriate resources. The Marjaree Mason Center’s 24/7 confidential helpline is available at (559) 233-HELP (4357).

01/13/2026

The Legal Options Class is free and open to the community. This class can help walk through filling out a request for a Domestic Violence Temporary Restraining Order or a Gun Violence Restraining Order.

For more information, please call our 24/7 helpline at (559) 233.4357 or email help@mmcenter.org.

01/12/2026

📣 Get certified! Our 40-Hour Domestic Violence Counselor Training equips future advocates with the tools to support survivors in Fresno County.

💡 Learn from expert speakers on topics like:
✔️ History of DV & societal attitudes
✔️ Civil & criminal law
✔️ Confidentiality & victim-counselor privilege
✔️ Peer counseling techniques
✔️ Cultural competency & teen dating violence

🗓️ January 26 – January 30
⏰ 8AM – 5PM (1-hr lunch)
📍 Marjaree Mason Center – Isnardi Foundation Building 255 W. Bullard Ave., Fresno, CA 93704

This training meets CA Evidence Code 1037.1 requirements for DV Counselors.

👉 Register here today https://donorbox.org/events/833017/steps/choose_tickets

01/08/2026

Pregnancy can be full of excitement, but it’s a time that also comes with an added need for support. It’s natural to need emotional and financial support from a partner to help you prepare for a new baby.

If your in an unhealthy or abusive relationship, it can make these months of transition especially difficult —and dangerous.

If you need support, call our 24/7 helpline at (559) 233-4357.

01/07/2026

The holidays may be behind us, but we’re still feeling so grateful!

A tradition years in the making, once again this holiday season, Mary Kay generously donated beauty bags that brought joy, confidence, and care to those we serve.

Thoughtful gestures like this remind us how powerful kindness can be. MMC is deeply thankful for your generosity — thank you, Mary Kay.

01/07/2026

Congratulations to our MMC Board President, Kerri Horn, on celebrating her 10-year anniversary as Chief Financial Officer at the Central Valley Community Foundation!

We are so proud of your leadership, dedication, and continued impact in our community.

: The Central Valley Community Foundation celebrates Kerri Horn's tenth anniversary as our Chief Financial Officer.

Kerri has more than 35 years of experience in various industries including public accounting, financial and nonprofit management, and business leadership. She is dedicated to making a difference in her community and currently serves as the President of the Marjaree Mason Center Board of Directors.

“Kerri is a tremendous asset to our Foundation, stewarding our resources to be most beneficial to the communities we serve,” said CVCF CEO Ashley Swearengin. “We are incredibly grateful for Kerri’s service to the Foundation and look forward to continuing utilizing Kerri’s remarkable accounting oversight skills to uplift the Valley and its people.”

Congratulations, Kerri!