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Kern Community Foundation
Kern Community Foundation is a nonprofit public charity created by and for the people of Kern County. We work to enhance the quality of life for all the people of Kern County by encouraging philanthropy, providing services to donors and assisting those who work to meet community needs.
Web Address
www.kernfoundation.org
Web Address
www.kernfoundation.org
Assets and Giving for Kern Community Foundation
Assets
2019 - 27,432,024
2018 - 21,007,863
2017 - 21,099,943
2019 - 27,432,024
2018 - 21,007,863
2017 - 21,099,943
Domestic Grants
2019 - 2,084,062
2018 - 1,793,960
2019 - 2,084,062
2018 - 1,793,960
Recent News from Kern Community Foundation
Philanthropy Matters: No Kill Coalition seeks to end shelter deaths in Kern County
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
By breaking down existing silos and working collaboratively toward a common goal, the No Kill Coalition looks to improve the quality of life for us all in Kern County. . Kristen Beall Barnes,...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
By breaking down existing silos and working collaboratively toward a common goal, the No Kill Coalition looks to improve the quality of life for us all in Kern County. . Kristen Beall Barnes,...more
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW: Veterans can adopt pups for free from Marley's Mutts
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
To do: Bakersfield Young Professionals and the Kern Community Foundation is hosting Philanthropy on Tap, a monthly series that highlights local nonprofits. January's featured nonprofit is Special...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
To do: Bakersfield Young Professionals and the Kern Community Foundation is hosting Philanthropy on Tap, a monthly series that highlights local nonprofits. January's featured nonprofit is Special...more
West High announces new members of its hall of fame
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased by check, payable and mailed to the Kern Community Foundation (include WHS HOF on the memo line), 3300 Truxtun Ave., Suite 220, 93301. For credit card...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Tickets are $100 each and can be purchased by check, payable and mailed to the Kern Community Foundation (include WHS HOF on the memo line), 3300 Truxtun Ave., Suite 220, 93301. For credit card...more
An alliance that 'KAN' help strengthen Kern's nonprofit sector
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
One of the goals of Kern Community Foundation's Nonprofit Strengthening Initiative is to help Kern County's charitable organizations attain a superior level of transparency in their work. We do this...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
One of the goals of Kern Community Foundation's Nonprofit Strengthening Initiative is to help Kern County's charitable organizations attain a superior level of transparency in their work. We do this...more
Business Brief: Sponsorship opportunities available for Give Big Kern
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Tuesday, May 1, 2018, is Give Big Kern, an online crowdfunding effort of Kern Community Foundation that engages the entire community in “one day to celebrate the giving spirit of Kern County.”...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Tuesday, May 1, 2018, is Give Big Kern, an online crowdfunding effort of Kern Community Foundation that engages the entire community in “one day to celebrate the giving spirit of Kern County.”...more
Last Word: Ride-along program can improve law enforcement-community relations
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Louis Medina works for Kern Community Foundation, serves on the board of directors of the Gay & Lesbian Center of Bakersfield and volunteers...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Louis Medina works for Kern Community Foundation, serves on the board of directors of the Gay & Lesbian Center of Bakersfield and volunteers...more
Philanthropy Matters: Give the gift of giving
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
How many of you recall the pride your son or daughter felt when you allowed them to drop your family's offering in the collection basket at your place...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
How many of you recall the pride your son or daughter felt when you allowed them to drop your family's offering in the collection basket at your place...more
Annual "Children are Precious" fair hosted by Kayli's Cannery and CASA happening Saturday
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
A portion of the dinner sales and vendor fair benefits Kayli's Memorial Fund at Kern Community Foundation. Map Data. Map data ©2017...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
A portion of the dinner sales and vendor fair benefits Kayli's Memorial Fund at Kern Community Foundation. Map Data. Map data ©2017...more
Donor-advised funds a DIY option for creating a lasting legacy
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Many funded their philanthropic endeavors by establishing private family foundations. And while private charities remain a popular option, a...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
Many funded their philanthropic endeavors by establishing private family foundations. And while private charities remain a popular option, a...more
Women's & Girl's Fund accepting grant requests
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
The Women's & Girls' Fund, a leadership initiative of Kern Community Foundation, has announced up to $50,000 in grant allocations in its ninth...more
Foundation: Kern Community Foundation
The Women's & Girls' Fund, a leadership initiative of Kern Community Foundation, has announced up to $50,000 in grant allocations in its ninth...more
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