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.
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Facilitate opportunity for community youth to partner with officers of our police department.
To rescue, rehabilitate and rehome equines in need.
Protecting, restoring & enhancing the native biodiversity & ecosystem values of the Tejon Ranch & Tehachapi range to benefit future generations.
To provide support, and promote arts access, advocacy, and education for all Kern County residents and visitors.
Empowering communities through skateboarding, art, and music to inspire confidence, creativity, and authentic self-expression.
To end the needless suffering of felines in Kern County through rescue, rehabilitation, adoption, community education, and low-income assistance programs.
Providing a safe, supportive space and services to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community, and a bridge to the greater community.
Providing scholarships and educational opportunities for Kern County students pursuing higher education.
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