DEMOCRATIC CLUBS

The Democratic Party consists of people from all walks of life: from every religion, race, sex, color, creed, sexual orientation, age and more. Our success as a party and as a group depends on our ability to work together as a team. The foundation of the Democratic team is the strength of such grassroots organizations as the Democratic clubs. These clubs form the backbone of the party. Joining a Democratic club is about becoming a proactive part of the cycle that registers people to vote, educates voters, addresses the important issues of the day, advocates for responsible legislation and elects Democrats. By joining, you take ownership and responsibility for your governance.

Chartered Clubs in Fresno County

Fresno Stonewall Democrats

Meeting Times

Second Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m.

Meeting Location

Los Amigos Mexican Restaurant
5088 N. Blackstone Ave., Fresno

Contact

President

Website

Clovis Democratic Club

Mission Statement

The Clovis Democratic Club is devoted to advancing equal rights for all people.

We support the Democratic Party and those Democratic candidates who support our mission.

We will strive to achieve (realize) these goals:

  • To educate this community and others about the significant differences between the two major parties on issues of concern to this community.
  • To assist (lead) the Democratic Party and to improve its record on issues of importance to this community.
  • To work for the nomination of Democratic candidates at all levels who will be fully supportive of the struggle against bigotry and intolerance.
  • To encourage our community to support and vote for Democratic candidates who are committed to defeating prejudice and economic injustice.
  • To work with other groups and individuals to promote these goals.

Meeting Times

Third Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m.

Meeting Location

Contact

President

Website

Kennedy Club of the San Joaquin Valley

Mission Statement

  • To develop policies of and support for the platform of the Democratic Party, and to be responsible for their implementation.
  • To consistently build membership, further the political education of members and encourage political participation.
  • To encourage qualified members to run for elective office and to recommend and support them for public appointments.
  • To promote the election of outstanding Democrats for public endorsements, contributions and other assistance.
  • To cooperate with other Democratic organizations in preserving, strengthening and advancing the principles of the Democratic Party.
  • To cooperate with the Fresno County Democratic Central Committee (FCDCC), the Democratic State Central Committee (DSCC), the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and the California Democratic Council (CDC).

Meeting Times

First Saturday of each month at 9 a.m.

Meeting Location

Contact

 

(559) 289-3989

claval@comcast.net

President

Website

San Joaquin Valley Democratic Club

Mission Statement

The San Joaquin Valley Democratic Club is a local Democratic club serving Fresno County and surrounding areas. We are a club that is dedicated to social justice and basic human rights for all. We believe that grassroots organizing, neighbor talking to neighbor, is essential to spreading the message of the Democratic Party and the San Joaquin Valley Democratic Club. Our members are encouraged to be active in the community with voter registration, precinct walking, tabling and phone banking.

Meeting Times

Third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m.  

Meeting Location

Round Table Pizza, 3710 W Shields Ave, Fresno

Contact

(559) 669-8724

sjvdemclub@gmail.com

President

Website

Young Democrats of Fresno County

Mission Statement

The California Young Democrats of Fresno County’s mission is to develop, support and sustain a network of local young progressives in their efforts to raise awareness of pressing issues and help mold the future of the Democratic Party

Meeting Times and Location

Contact for meeting times and locations    

Contact

559-477-3753

President

Fresno County Democratic Women's Club

Mission Statement

The purpose of this club is to participate in the activities of the Democratic Party, including registration, campaigning, get-out-the-vote, the Big Fresno Fair booth and California Democratic Council conventions. We support Democratic candidates actively and financially. We influence legislation when the membership deems it appropriate.

Founded by Margaret Robinson in 1932: The oldest continuously operating Democratic club in California.

Meeting Times

Fourth Monday of each month at 11 a.m.

Meeting Location

Call or email for meeting location

Contact

(559) 289-3989

claval@comcast.net

President

Carole Laval

Fresno County Hmong Democrats

Mission Statement

We, as Democrats, are devoted to advancing equal rights for all Hmong people regardless of age, race, gender, sexual preference, religion, national origin or economic status. We support the Democratic Party and those Democratic candidates who support our mission.

We will strive to realize these goals:

  • To educate the Hmong community and others about the significant differences between the two major parties on issues of concern to this community.
  • To encourage, empower and inspire Hmong to run for political office.
  • To encourage members of the Hmong community to support and vote for Democratic candidates, especially Hmong Candidates who are committed to defeating prejudice.
  • To lead the Central Valley Hmong Democrats to improve its record on issues of importance to our community.
  • To work for the nomination of Hmong Democratic candidates at local, state and national levels of government  who will be fully supportive of the struggle against bigotry and intolerance.
  • To provide manpower, resources, guidance and training to support and provide Hmong political candidates the best experiences and opportunity.
  • To provide Hmong elders and non-English speakers the support they need during elections.
  • To work with other groups and individuals to promote these goals.

Meeting Times

Fourth Saturday of each month at 10 a.m.

Meeting Location

Democratic Party HQ
1033 U St., Fresno

Contact

 

(559) 349-8304

vickyjvang_00@yahoo.com

President

John Robert Lewis Democratic Club

Mission Statement

To stimulate an active interest in governmental affairs, to increase the efficiency of popular government, to foster and perpetuate the ideals and principles of the Democratic Party and to provide for all people through its administration the highest degree of justice and social welfare, we do associate ourselves together to establish the John Robert Lewis Democratic Club.

Meeting Times

To be announced

Meeting Location

Democratic Party Headquarters
1033 U Street, Fresno, CA 93721

Contact

N/A

President

Website

N/A

Fresno City College Democratic Club

Meeting Times and Location

Contact Blake Evans for meeting times and locations

Contact

New Democratic Clubs

Formation of new Democratic clubs throughout Fresno County is ongoing. Should you have an interest in forming a club or need support to get one under way, contact us by phone 559-495-0606 or email fresnocountydemocrats@yahoo.com.
The following clubs are under formation: Foothills Progressive Action Group 559-855-4004 or timothy.mccollum@asu.edu Nueva Alianza Para el Cambio (San Joaquin) 559-859-8717 or evangeli_luna@att.net