Enhancing our community through Education, Culture, Leadership, and Service.

LMAW Cofounder Dolly Arredondo and Legacy Members, April 2023

League of Mexican American Women

The League of Mexican American Women (ā€œLMAWā€) is a community-based organization established in 1973 by a group of women involved in community and political associations throughout Fresno County.

The League of Mexican American Women supports opportunities that will promote education, cultural identity, leadership development and service.

ā€¢ Fiesta NavideƱa

ā€¢ Fiesta NavideƱa

The League of Mexican American Women is delighted to announce our 48th Annual ā€œFiesta NavideƱaā€, the Betty Rodriguez Memorial Scholarship Fundraiser. This cherished holiday tradition will take place on Sunday, December 7, 2024 and promises to be a memorable and impactful event you won't want to miss.  

ā€¢ Scholarship Application DUE March 1, 2025

ā€¢ Scholarship Application DUE March 1, 2025

Application for scholarships awarded in 2025 opens November 1, 2024!

2024 Frida Fun Run

Join us for our 3rd Annual Frida Fun Run on October 5, 2024! Our race will be hosted at Campus Pointe for the following race opportunities:

  • 5k run/walk

  • 2k run/walk

  • Inaugural Kids run!

  • & Virtual Race

Monthly General Meetings

We host general meetings once a month to connect as members of the League. We hear updates from each committee, review our goals, and determine how we can best partner with each other and other organizations in Fresno County.

General meetings are hosted at Workforce Connection, unless otherwise stated, on the second Saturday of the month and begin promptly at 9:30 am. We provide options to attend both in-person and via Zoom.

Workforce Connection is located at 1455 E Shaw Ave, Fresno, CA 93710