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.
Advocating for the general welfare and humane treatment of animals through shelter, prevention of pet overpopulation and adoption.
Unifies and celebrates our diverse community through shared musical, artistic, and educational experiences.
Dedicated to enhancing the esthetics and promoting the final resting place for our nation’s heroes at Bakersfield National Cemetery.
To provide gifted young musicians an opportunity to further their education in orchestral performance
To put an end to homelessness in Kern County through collaborative planning and action.
To restore and equip those impacted by addiction, crime, incarceration, and poverty by providing education, instilling life skills and giving hope to overcome their circumstances
Establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for friendship, leadership and employment for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
To provide a safety net for low-income families while ensuring children’s basic needs are met in a supportive environment
Focused on fostering an inclusive environment that supports holistic wellness
through culturally competent services.
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