Mission

Goal The Eco Village Project of Fresno provides safe and dignified living spaces in an environmentally sustainable manner, giving each resident the educational, emotional and physical tools, caring support and training to escape the cycle of homelessness. Key Benefits A…

Vision

Eco Village Concept The Eco Village Project of Fresno provides a holistic, individual housing alternative for the homeless.  It’s a supportive pathway, in an eco-friendly environment, to a meaningful and self-sufficient life. Eco Village Illustrations by Architects Arthur Dyson, Marc…

Team

All board members of the Eco Village Project of Fresno are unpaid volunteers and longtime homeless advocates. Board Members Gerry Bill – President Gerry Bill is Professor Emeritus of Sociology & American Studies at Fresno City College.  He is a…

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Nancy Waidtlow’s Light Still Shines

Nancy Waidtlow: Dec. 22, 1940–Dec. 23, 2025Remembering Her Life, Recognizing Her Impact Written by Gerry Bill Words will never really be sufficient to describe the impact on our community, and on our world as a whole, of our beloved Nancy…

Community Open House and Potluck 2025

Commemoration Our beloved board member, Beverly Fitzpatrick, recently passed away. There will be a ceremony in the front garden to dedicate a Peace Pole in her memory at our annual community open house and potluck.

Nancy Waidtlow’s Light Still Shines

Nancy Waidtlow: Dec. 22, 1940–Dec. 23, 2025Remembering Her Life, Recognizing Her Impact Written by Gerry Bill Words will never really be sufficient to describe the impact on our community, and on our world as a whole, of our beloved Nancy…

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Community Open House and Potluck 2025

Commemoration Our beloved board member, Beverly Fitzpatrick, recently passed away. There will be a ceremony in the front garden to dedicate a Peace Pole in her memory at our annual community open house and potluck.

Learn More