Who we are

A local team serving life with clarity, compassion, and practical help.

Right to Life of Central California exists to engage, equip, and embrace the Central Valley so mothers, fathers, students, families, and vulnerable neighbors are not left to face hard moments alone.

Our work is local

Serving the Central Valley for over 40 years.

We are a Fresno-based nonprofit committed to the dignity of every human life. Our work combines advocacy, practical help, education, and healing because real people rarely need just one kind of support.

Some people meet Right to Life through a classroom presentation. Some find us through LIFEHOUSE outreach, Rachel's Vineyard, or a volunteer event. However they arrive, our goal is the same: offer a clear voice for life and a compassionate path forward.

Our mission

Three commitments shape every program.

Engage

We present the pro-life position with clarity and compassion through community outreach, sidewalk presence, events, and public witness.

Equip

We provide tools, presentations, and educational resources so students, churches, families, and advocates can speak for life with confidence.

Embrace

We walk with people facing unexpected pregnancies, connect families to practical help, and offer healing pathways for those hurt by abortion or suffering from pregnancy loss.

What we do

A connected response for moments of pressure, grief, and formation.

Each program has its own focus, but they work together: direct outreach, practical referrals, education, healing, and community support.

LIFEHOUSE outreach

A local presence on Fulton Street offering prayer, conversation, resources, and a place of welcome for women and families.

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Pregnancy help

A Central Valley directory for pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, prenatal care, housing, food, family support, and abortion alternatives.

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Education

Age-aware teaching, classroom resources, and community presentations that help the next generation understand why human life is valuable.

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Healing after abortion

Confidential support and retreat program through Rachel's Vineyard for women and men carrying grief after abortion or pregnancy loss.

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Staff

The team carrying the day-to-day mission.

Board

Local leadership and accountability.

Right to Life of Central California is guided by a board of community leaders who help steward the mission, governance, and long-term health of the organization.

John Erickson Board Chair
Debbie Martin Board Vice Chair
Chris Fiorentino Board Secretary
Joe Mastro Board Treasurer
Geronimo Cerda
Jesus Larralde
Sally Moreno
Dawn Trogdon
Sissy Dalena Wood
Matt Woods

Want to take the next faithful step?

Give, volunteer, invite us to speak, or reach out if you need help finding a local resource.