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

The Necessary Economic Emergency Distribution Services Center, Inc. (NEEDS)

Mission:

Improve clients’ health and wellbeing by providing food, hot meals, rent/utility assistance, clothing, household items, and prescription payments.


The Open Door Network

Mission:

The Open Door Network supports homeless families in crisis, helping them to stabilize, obtain permanent housing and become self-sufficient.


The Salvation Army Bakersfield Corps

Mission:

To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.


The Salvation Army Ridgecrest Corps

Mission:

To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination


The Salvation Army Service Extension

Mission:

Providing basic human needs to the rural areas of Kern County in fulfillment of The Salvation Army’s goal of “Doing the Most Good.”


The Valkyrie Network

Mission:

To be a driving force in changing the child welfare system to better serve children and their families.


The Wildlands Conservancy

Mission:

To preserve the beauty and biodiversity of the earth and to provide programs so that children may know the wonder and joy of nature.


The Woman’s Club of Bakersfield

Mission:

A community service club dedicated to strengthen the community and enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.


There is Hope for Me

Mission:

We provide Healing, Opportunity, Purpose and Empowerment