Fresno Discovery Center Warns of Vendor Scam

Scammers are impersonating the center and attempting to collect fees, officials say.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

The Fresno Discovery Center is alerting vendors to a scam where individuals are posing as the center and trying to collect vendor fees. The center is urging vendors to only complete registration and payments through the official Fresno Discovery Center website, and to report any suspicious communications.

Why it matters

Vendor scams can undermine the trust and integrity of community events, causing financial harm to small businesses and vendors. The Fresno Discovery Center is taking proactive steps to protect its vendors and ensure the success of its programming.

The details

According to the center's social media post, staff have been made aware of scammers impersonating the Fresno Discovery Center and contacting vendors. The post explains that all vendor registration and payments must be completed through the Discovery Center's official website, and vendors should not send payment or personal information to anyone else or communicate through platforms like WhatsApp.

  • The Fresno Discovery Center posted the warning on social media on February 19, 2026.

The players

Fresno Discovery Center

A community center in Fresno, California that hosts events and educational programs.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What’s next

The Fresno Discovery Center is urging vendors to contact the center directly at FDCevents@fresnodiscoverycenter.org to verify any suspicious communications.

The takeaway

This scam highlights the importance of verifying the legitimacy of any requests for payment or personal information, especially for community events and organizations. Vendors should always use official channels to register and pay fees to avoid falling victim to impersonation scams.