The Foundation has closed its doors for the remainder of 2014. When we open again for business, we will be gearing up for our Spring Grant Cycle, which will be focused on the beautification of downtown Bakersfield. Beautification encompasses any improvement to the city’s downtown area, from litter removal to historical preservation to creating public art to growing community gardens.
If you are a Kern County 501(c)3 nonprofit and have any sort of project committed to improving downtown Bakersfield,please keep the Foundation in mind this spring.
Here are some general dates for the Spring Cycle:
• Expect an official announcement in late February or early March.
• Applications will be due in April.
• Foundation Board will meet in May to deliberate and award grants.
Thanks to all the wonderful nonprofits who have done so much for the Kern County area in 2014. Looking forward to an even more exciting 2015!
Bakersfield Californian Foundation 