The Tree Foundation of Kern is a local non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement of sustainable urban and community forestry.
Our mission is to provide a better shade canopy in our county, beautify our local landscape, help improve our air quality and educate our citizens about trees, their benefits and their care.
what is an urban forest?
Urban forests include urban parks, street trees, landscaped buildings, gardens, river corridors, nature preserves, and the trees and bushes we all enjoy in our own yards. The urban forest provides fresh air, shade, beauty and habitat for birds wildlife [source]
Our Impact
It is only through the kind generosity and support of our members and donors that the Tree Foundation of Kern is able to sustain and grow its projects and advocacies for the betterment of our community and its people. Your gifts and partnership help bring more trees to Kern County!
18k
over 18,000 trees planted
Since 1994 we have planted trees with thousands of our dedicated volunteers of all ages and abilities to beautify parks, schools, CSUB, Bakersfield College and the streets of Bakersfield and many outlying smaller communities in Kern County.
24
Years Serving kern county
Throughout our 24 years we have worked with countless adults and children teaching them about trees, their amazing qualities, how to plant correctly and to treat them with care and respect.
400+
spaces planted with trees
Thanks to our generous members, donors, corporate benefactors and grants we have been able to beautify locations all over Kern County one tree at a time.
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we are grateful for the tree foundation of kern. They will be bringing new life and greenery to our corner of downtown!
- Blue Oak coffee roasters
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Get Involved
become a member
Through the kind generosity, support, and partnership of our members, we are able to sustain and grow community projects and advocacies.
Volunteer opportunities
Our planting season extends from autumn through winter and into spring. Planting projects take place throughout the season.
Make a Donation
Donations make it possible for more trees to be planted, more programs to be developed, and for continual development of our work in the community.