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Common Grounds at Highway City
Leadership Fresno Class 40 is partnering with Highway City Community Development to bring to life a vibrant community space featuring a custom metal tree sculpture, cultural art garden, and pollinator-friendly landscape. This project celebrates the strength, diversity, and resilience of “Forgotten Fresno,” creating a place where families can connect, create, and thrive. Together, we can help this community blossom — one root, one petal, and one act of support at a time.

Our Project:

We believe art and culture are powerful bridges that break down barriers and bring people together across differences. They give voice to shared experiences, honor the history and heritage of our neighborhoods, and create spaces where residents can see themselves reflected in the story of our community.

Through creative expression — murals, music, storytelling, and public art — we transform underutilized spaces into places of pride and belonging.

In West Central Fresno, culture is not just an accessory to development; it is development, fostering unity, identity, and hope as we build toward a more connected and equitable future.

This project has been a labor of love, rooted in community, connection, and service. 

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Thank you to our Supporters:

The Common Grounds Project is made possible through the generous support of partners who believe in the power of community investment and collaboration. We extend our sincere gratitude to our Pollinator Sponsors: Centro La Familia Advocacy and Rotary Club of Fresno.

Their support reflects a shared commitment to strengthening communities and investing in spaces that foster connection, pride, and opportunity in West Central Fresno.

Join us for the Common Grounds Celebration and Unveiling Ribbon Cutting

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Event Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Teague Community Resource Center, 4718 N. Polk Avenue, Fresno, CA 93722

Join us to celebrate Leadership Fresno Class 40’s project and the unveiling of Common Grounds. This special event will highlight a new space designed to bring people together, strengthen community connections, and support continued growth in Highway City.

The Fresno Chamber Ambassadors, Leadership Fresno, Highway City Community Development, and community partners will gather to commemorate this meaningful milestone and celebrate the impact of this collaborative effort.

What to expect:
A ribbon cutting celebration, an opportunity to experience the new space firsthand, connect with community leaders, and learn more about the Common Grounds initiative.

Whether you’re a business leader, community partner, or passionate about strengthening Fresno neighborhoods, we hope you’ll join us.

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