Everyone can be a philanthropist. At Kern Community Foundation, we’re committed to making it easy to find, learn about and give to the causes you care about most. Discover the impact local nonprofits have on our community with our comprehensive nonprofit database. Search for your organization of choice and find information to help you make the most of your charitable gift.
To provide service to people who have disabilities or other special needs, so they can pursue their dreams.
To present symphonic concerts and support music education and community activities, including youth performances and college scholarships.
At our core, our mission is to support, nurture, and empower students and athletes on their journey to success.
Creating networks of healthy, organized communities pursuing social justice through systemic and structural transformation.
To empower and encourage our youth to excel beyond one’s mind and limitations.
Empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing support, skills training and professional attire.
Rewarding students by providing scholarships to those who are overlooked by traditional programs and are limited by their financial status.
To restore the hope to the hopeless, disenfranchised, at-risk, and victims turned survivors of human and sex trafficking.
Providing affordable, professional quality live theatre to Kern County and creating opportunities for artists to study and improve their craft.
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