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

Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance

Mission:

To promote social change and justice by providing high quality legal services to the low-income community.


Guardians Around the Earth (G.A.T.E.)

Mission:

Provides education and enrichment for those committed to the continued health and healing of our environment, community and/or family life.


H.A.L.T.(Helping Animals Live Tomorrow)

Mission:

Rescuing homeless dogs and cats and finding them the loving homes they deserve.


H.E.A.R.T.S. Connection

Mission:

To enhance the quality of life for people with special needs through a family resource center that symbolizes professionalism, dignity, compassion and respect.


Habitat for Humanity Golden Empire

Mission:

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.


Have a Heart Humane Society

Mission:

To provide low cost spay and neuter programs for the public of all incomes.


Healing Hands, Healing Hearts

Mission:

Provides comfort, care, and connection to the critically, chronically, and terminally ill.


Helping HART

Mission:

We provide assistance to law enforcement and victims of hit-and-run accidents.


Henrietta Weill Memorial Child Guidance Clinic

Mission:

Providing mental health services and the resources necessary to promote recovery for children, adults and families.