Kern Regional Center is one of 21 private, nonprofit regional centers contracted by the State of California through the Department of Developmental Services (DDS) to coordinate community-based services and support for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. KRC serves nearly 8,000 clients in Kern, Inyo and Mono Counties. Our counties cover approximately 22,000 square miles with a population of almost 900,000 people

Established in 1965, Community Action Partnership of Kern (CAPK) administers close to a dozen programs aimed at meeting children, families and individuals at their point of need, for those who have had difficulty engaging the “American Dream.” The Promise of Community Action Community Action changes people’s lives, embodies the spirit of hope, improves communities and makes America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. Our Mission Community Action Partnership of Kern shall provide and advocate for resources that will empower members of the communities we serve to be self-sufficient. The work of CAPK touches the lives of more than 150,000 of your neighbors, co-workers, family and friends annually, by: Distributing 12.25 million pounds of food for the food insecure; Delivering nutrition to 20,000 women, infants and children; Serving more than 900,000 meals to Head Start and Summer Meals Program children; Providing utility assistance for 9,400 families; Offering after school and summer programs for 389 at-risk youth; Delivering early childhood education and preschool to some 3,000 children; Answering over 101,000 calls for human and social services referrals. The Community Action Partnership serves Kern County by providing an integrated network of services including: VITA- Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Head Start/State Child Development East Kern Family Resource Center WIC- Women, Infants & Children Shafter Youth Center 2-1-1 Kern County Migrant Childcare Friendship House CAPK Food Bank Energy Program Central Kitchen

Kern Bridges Youth Homes, Inc. "Where Children Thrive" 1321 Stine Rd, Bakersfield, California, 93309

We pay well with others. We are innovative designers of Smart EMV payment solutions championing collaborative and customized experiences that transform the commerce landscape.

Around The Clock Care is a full-service home care agency that provides a continuum of services to meet the needs of patients and caregivers. Our fully certified, licensed staff are dedicated to ensuring that your needs are met. Services include home healthcare, companion care, representative payee services, caregiver training and more.

Open Door Network is an individual & family services company based out of 884 W Park Ave, Port Townsend, Washington, United States.

NAPD was established in 1979. We provide services and programs to adults and children with intellectual/developmental disabilities. We serve over 500 clients on a daily basis. NAPD employs approximately 170 people. Vision Society recognizes People with developmental disabilities as an integral part of the community, treats them equally and values their contributions. NAPD employees are inspired by a common purpose. We actively pursue an injury-free environment. We are forward thinking, innovative and proactive. We are a respected community member renowned for excellence. Mission NAPD provides quality services to People with developmental disabilities. We offer programs, advocacy, and skills that empower our clients to live more productive, rewarding and independent lives, fully integrated into the community. Values • Service and Concern for People - We have a genuine concern for the well being of our clients, vendors and each other, and we treat others as they would like to be treated. • Learning, Sharing & Expertise - We leverage our knowledge and experience to provide our clients programs that fulfills their needs. • Integrity - We treat each other with respect and dignity, doing what is right for each other and those with whom we interact. • Accountability & Responsibility - We resolve internal and external issues quickly and accurately. Motto Making a difference daily.

At Bethany Christian Services, we believe every child deserves to be safe, loved, and connected through family. As a global nonprofit, we provide children and families in local communities and around the world with world-class social services, all designed to help families thrive. “The challenges people face today call us to go further than ever. Our mission is to stand up for vulnerable children, refugees, and families around the world, because family holds an incredible power to connect us, lift us up, and transform lives.” —Chris Palusky, CEO

Legacy Behavioral Svc is a mental health care company based out of 2106 E St, Bakersfield, California, United States.

Global Family is a non-profit based in Bakersfield, CA and operating in 9 countries around the world. We are working to prevent the spread of human trafficking, provide rehabilitative care to young victims of commercial sexual exploitation, and implement community-based solutions to issues around child protection and economic empowerment. We currently work in the United States, Canada, India, Nepal, Myanmar, Sri Lanka, Thailand, El Salvador, and France. Our mission is to preserve the family and protect at-risk children with the assistance of local community organizations, volunteer caregivers, and donors. Our vision is to help as many children as possible who are victims of poverty, exploitation, and abuse by modeling and sharing principled methods that represent the best possible outcome. Core Values: - Identify and help the most needy children - Collaborate with established community organizations - Trained volunteer caregivers provide quality care - Family care rather than institutional care - 100% of sponsorship reaches the child - Financial integrity and disclosure Websites: www.globalfamily.care | www.daughterproject.org |