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.
Our mission is to inspire today’s youth through art and expression providing a healthy, creative, and social alternative world wide.
Leverage entrepreneurship as a tool to increase economic opportunity and transform lives of people with criminal histories
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.
Dedicated to the recovery/conservation of the Desert Tortoise and other rare and endangered species inhabiting the Mojave Desert.
Empowering athletes post-high school/JC to navigate their academic & athletic journey for optimal opportunities.
Enabling dogs to positively change our world.
Creating networks of healthy, organized communities pursuing social justice through systemic and structural transformation.
Unites leaders and resources to develop Downtown Bakersfield, highlighting its vital role in oil, agriculture, arts, and community.
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