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.

All Nonprofit Organizations

Flight Test Museum Foundation

Mission:

To support the development of the Air Force Flight Test Museum at Edwards AFB and Blackbird Airpark Annex at USAF Plant 42 in Palmdale.


Flood Bakersfield Ministries

Mission:

Providing permanent housing and supportive services to ensure housing stability for the street homeless population.


Forget me Not Rescue of Kern

Mission:

Match shelter dogs & cats with low income seniors. We spay, vax, provide vet care and even grooming for free for the seniors for the life of the pet.


Foundation at Hearst Castle

Mission:

The Foundation at Hearst Castle’s mission is to support and offer youth programs to underserved students, along with conservation efforts.


Foundation ThinkAgain

Mission:

To significantly increase the functionality of pediatric cancer survivors by providing rehabilitation therapies.


Friends of Mercy Foundation

Mission:

To raise and administer philanthropic contributions in support of Mercy Hospitals in Bakersfield California.


Friends of the Kern County Animal Shelters Foundation

Mission:

Dedicated to the overall safety and well being of all animals, and to providing valuable resources for the rescue of homeless cats and dogs in Kern County.


Friends of the Kern County Library

Mission:

The Friends of the Kern County Library supports the programs, priorities and activities of all branches of the Kern County Library


Friends of the Tehachapi Depot

Mission:

Our mission is to educate the public on the history and impact of the railroad in our communities and geographic area.