What is Kern Alliance of Nonprofits?
Strengthening Community Benefit Organizations for a healthy, prosperous and vibrant Kern County
The Kern Alliance of Nonprofits (KAN) was launched in 2016 by a small group of local nonprofit leaders who care deeply about building the capacity of the nonprofit organizations in Kern County.
KAN’s original Mission was…To strengthen the Community Benefit Organizations of Kern County. Following a process that involved stakeholder feedback and strategic planning in the Spring of 2019, KAN’s New Mission is…To strengthen the Nonprofit Organizations of Kern County through training, networking and advocacy.
Interested in becoming a member of KAN? Click (HERE) and submit your membership form today!
KAN’s Vision is…To create a strong community benefit sector that plays a vital role in a healthy, prosperous and vibrant Kern County.
The KAN Steering Committee meets monthly to guide the Alliance’s work in the areas of strategic planning, education and nonprofit leadership development, communications and outreach, advocacy, membership, and more.
We provide monthly educational workshops on various aspects of nonprofit work taught by qualified leaders, and quarterly social mixers designed to bring community-based organizations and their partners and supporters together for strategic networking.
KAN October Workshop
Building Relationships & Community Buy-In
This KAN session will feature a panel of incredible nonprofit leaders who will speak to best practices in building relationships and community buy-in. The work of local nonprofits requires community support, and this panel of experts has done just that! Come learn about ways to engage partners and the public in your work. Panelists: Jennifer Henry, Links for Life; Lilli Parker, Bakersfield Senior Center, and Lauren Skidmore, Open Door Network.
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Program begins at 8:30)
Location: Bell Tower Plaza, District Room – 1200 Truxtun Avenue
For any questions, please contact kanfellow@kernfoundation.org
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