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

American Cancer Society

Mission:

To save lives, celebrate lives and lead the fight for a world without cancer.


American Heart Association

Mission:

To build healthier lives free of cardiovascular disease and stroke.


American Red Cross – Kern Chapter

Mission:

Prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.


Apple Core Project Inc

Mission:

It is our mission to fight hunger locally by using sustainable practices through hands on gardening, nutrition, and food bank partnerships


Aqua-Nut Divers: Veterans Empowered Through Scuba

Mission:

To provide a transformative experience for disabled military veterans through scuba at no cost to them, providing a healthy outlet.


Arms of Hope

Mission:

To combat homelessness and substance abuse and assist people to achieve wholeness and be overcomers


ASL Junction

Mission:

ASL Junction strives to expand a community of signers, and empower all to communicate without limits.


Aspiranet

Mission:

Envisioning a world in which all children and youth are loved and cared for, and all families have the resources to thrive.


Assistance League of Bakersfield

Mission:

To serve the community through ongoing philanthropic programs.