The Fresno Center

10/23/2026

Telling The Hmong American Story
Episode 13: Leading Without Regret - Mayor Vong Mouanoutoua

Mayor Mouanoutoua shares the story of his family’s escape from Laos, his childhood in America, and the lessons about education, faith, character, and service passed down by his father and elders. He reflects on his path into local government and offers a broader understanding of leadership: everyone is a leader, regardless of title or position.

Mayor Mouanoutoua also challenges the next generation to pursue excellence, serve people from every background, preserve Hmong culture and traditions, and remain connected as families and as a community.

This is a full upload on Facebook. Click the link below to view the playlist on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLToSElP98zkk
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10/23/2026

The Fresno Center kicks off Hmong New Year early this season with a message of gratitude and unity commemorating with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Honoring the legacy of ancestors, elders, and the late General Vang Pao, the community and elected officials shared in the ceremonail event led by President & CEO Pao Yang

10/23/2026

10/20/2026

Watch the full interview on our YouTube channel:
https://youtu.be/3nmWFlS9xuE

Sometimes, opening a door for others begins with the courage to take the first step. In this interview, Charles Vang shares his journey from arriving in the United States at eight years old to pursuing opportunities in banking, Hmong media, business, and civic engagement. Through each chapter, he reflects on helping the Hmong community find its voice and build a future in America.

Charles shares his thoughts on overcoming fear, pursuing education, and embracing business ownership. He also raises a question for the next generation: As we move forward, how do we keep our culture and identity alive?

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10/17/2026

Happy Boss’s Day to Pao Yang! We appreciate all of your support and fearless leadership!

10/16/2026

Telling The Hmong American Story
Episode 12: Escaping Communism - Paj Yis Yang

As a young boy in Laos, Paj Yis Yang witnessed war enter his village and change his life forever. He remembers hiding in the forest, seeing soldiers retreat, transporting am******on by horseback, and choosing to support the Secret War to protect his family and the Hmong community.

This is a full upload on Facebook. Click the link below to view the playlist on our YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLToSElP98zkk
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10/16/2026

This is a friendly reminder that our food distribution time has changed from 2pm-4pm! Our next distribution will happen on Monday, October 26, 2026!

10/15/2026

Fun times for families! Sharing!

10/15/2026

Proud to support the Central Valley nonprofit networking mixer, sponsored by U.S. Bank. Thank you for the opportunity to gather.!

10/14/2026

Thank you as well!!! The Fresno Center supports Alliance for Traftional Arts

Thank you to our Community Partners for helping make the Great Valley Gathering happen!

Arte Américas
Association of Lao-American Professionals and Students (ALPS)
California Humanities
California Arts Council
CCAT, Community Center for the Arts and Technology
Chinatown Fresno Foundation
Fresno Immigrant and Refugee Ministries - FIRM
Fresno County Historical Society
The Fresno Center
Fresno Folklore Society
Laotian American Community of Fresno - LACF
Mexican Heritage Center
Radio Bilingue
Taste of Freedom Project - TOFP
United Khmer Cultural Preservation