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2019 Lowell Historic Home Tour

The Lowell Community Development Corporation & Downtown Fresno Foundation present the 2nd Annual Lowell Historic Home Tour!

MAY 11, 2019 4:30-7pm

The Lowell Neighborhood is one of Fresno’s first subdivisions, dating back to the late 1800’s and features a collection of mansions, mid-sized homes, bungalow courts, and apartments. Many historically significant buildings remain intact in the neighborhood with recently completed infill and rehab projects within the district.

Each of these homes was built at the turn of the century and each have a unique architectural style that has been preserved through the love and care of their homeowners. Come learn about these historic houses; the uses and abuses they have experienced over the past 100+ years and the renovation/restoration work that have made them into the beautiful homes they are today.

With your ticket purchase you will receive:
•A guided tour of four historic homes
•Appetizers and drinks along the way
•A Lowell Neighborhood dining guide

Proceeds from this event will directly benefit the community work of the Lowell CDC.

Tickets are available for $25 for early bird special on line and during Art Hop on May 2nd at the Jeffery Scott Agency 1544 Fulton Street.

*$35 at the door.

ADDRESSES ARE: 232 N Yosemite, 934 E Mildreda, 1120 E Franklin, and 392 N Calaveras

*there are available tickets the day of they can be purchased at ANY of the homes included on the tour

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Historic Lowell District Home Tour

Presented by the Lowell Community Development Corporation and Downtown Fresno Foundation

Saturday, June 30th, 2018 / 4:30 – 7 pm

 

The 2018 Historic Lowell District Home Tour will be held on Saturday, June 30, 2018 in the Lowell Neighborhood in downtown Fresno. The Lowell Neighborhood is one of Fresno’s first subdivisions, dating back to the late 1800s. The neighborhood features a collection of mansions, mid-sized homes, bungalow courts, and apartments. Many historically significant buildings remain intact in the neighborhood with recently completed infill and rehab projects within the district.

 

Enjoy an evening out exploring the unique history of downtown Fresno.

The Lowell Community Development Corporation & Downtown Fresno Foundation present the Lowell Historic Home Tour! Each of these homes was built at the turn of the century and each have a unique architectural style that has been preserved through the love and care of their homeowners. Come learn about these historic houses; the uses and abuses they have experienced over the past 100+ years and the renovations that have made them into the beautiful homes they are today. With your ticket purchase you will receive:

  • A guided tour of four historic homes;
  • Appetizers and drinks along the way; and
  • A Lowell Neighborhood dining guide.

Proceeds from this event will directly benefit the community work of the Lowell CDC.

Tickets are available for $25 per person Click HERE  to purchase yours!

On the day of the tour, tickets will be $35 per person. Cash or check ONLY **pending availability**

Volunteers are also welcome to serve at this event, please Sign up HERE

Special Thanks to our Sponsors for making this event successful:

  • Fresno Housing Authority
  • Regency Property
  • Stumpf and Co Reality
  • Youth for Christ
  • Richard’s

 

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2017 Lowell Scholarship

LOWELL NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOLARSHIPS: $500 AND $1500 SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR STUDENTS GOING TO A COMMUNITY COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OR VOCATIONAL SCHOOL. APPLICANTS MUST HAVE LIVED IN THE LOWELL NEIGHBORHOOD FOR A MINIMUM OF ONE YEAR (THE LOWELL NEIGHBORHOOD IS DEFINED BY THE BOUNDARIES OF DIVISADERO TO BELMONT AND H STREET TO BLACKSTONE) OR HAVE SIGNIFICANTLY PARTICIPATED IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES IN LOWELL.  APPLICANTS MUST HAVE A MINIMUM GPA OF 2.0 AND DEMONSTRATE FINANCIAL NEED AS SHOWN BY AN ANNUAL INCOME OF NO MORE THAN TWICE THE US 2014 FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL MATRIX.  EACH APPLICANT MUST SUBMIT A COMPLETED APPLICATION AND 3-5 PAGE ESSAY, ONE LETTER OF RECOMMENDATION, COPY OF TRANSCRIPTS AND PROOF OF INCOME STATEMENT.  APPLICATION AVAILABLE BY DOWNLOADING THE APPLICATION BELOW. DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS September 1, 2017.

2017 LNA College Scholarship Application

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Lowell Neighborhood Scholarship 2016

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Lowell Neighborhood Scholarships: $500 and $1500 scholarships available for students going to a community college, university or vocational school. Applicants must have lived in the Lowell neighborhood for a minimum of one year (the Lowell neighborhood is defined by the boundaries of Divisadero to Belmont and H Street to Blackstone) OR have significantly participated in community activities in Lowell.  Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and demonstrate financial need as shown by an annual income of no more than twice the US 2014 Federal Poverty Level Matrix.  Each applicant must submit a completed application and 3-5 page essay, one letter of recommendation, copy of transcripts and proof of income statement.  Application available by downloading the application below. Deadline for application is May 1, 2016

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