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.
Envisioning a world in which all children and youth are loved and cared for, and all families have the resources to thrive.
To serve the community through ongoing philanthropic programs.
Baby Café Bakersfield provides access to breastfeeding care and education for families in Kern County.
To provide hope to children affected by cancer and their families.
To be a voice for foster youth whose inner struggles go unheard, thereby restoring their capacity to believe they have not been forgotten.
Wrapping community around children and families in the foster care system through intentional giving, relationship building, and mentor-ship.
To build a stronger community by helping people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities achieve individual goals for a better life.
Provide opportunity for study and improvement of art technique, encourage art in community, offer art scholarships, and exhibit members’ art locally.
Promote Awareness of Small Black owned businesses
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