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Now Conducting Intakes!Unto the Least of These Homeless Ministry Transitional Housing1131 S. H. Street, Bakersfield, CA 93311 Monthly Fee: $725.00 includes: 3 meals/snacks, Laundry Accommodations, Wi-Fi, Guest Computer & Cable18

Click on this link for more information about animal designation: https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Animal-Designation_trifold-final.pdf

NEW Shar-On / Laborers of the Harvest location in Arvin CA FIRST FREE FOOD GIVE-A-WAY will be Monday, February 22nd, 4-6pm and every Monday to follow. Our Daily Meals will

Join the Kern Connected Community Network to learn about several key programs you can refer your clients to through Unite Us from 5 of our key partners, and find out

Income Property Association of Kern To Hold Rental Assistance and Eviction Moratorium Workshop For Property Owners. The Rental Housing Economic Outlook webinar will discuss new developments in the State and

Saturday, February 13, 2021, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Mercado Latino Parking Lot 2105 Edison Hwy, Bakersfield, CA For more information call 661-323-3177. https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/2021.02.13-Drive-Thru-Flu-Clinic.pdf

Join us on Thursday, February 11, 2021, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm, to learn about tenant rights in Kern County during the COVID-19 pandemic! Join Greater Bakersfield Legal Assistance, Inc.

BKRHC conducts 2021 Point in Time Count Combines case management data with shelter and navigation center reports to account for homeless population CONTACT: Anna Laven, Ed.D., BKRHC Executive Director, 310-592-8557,

This California city just ended chronic homelessness

Junior League of Bakersfield (aka J.L.B.) is looking to award fellow Kern County nonprofit organizations with funds for projects that are consistent with the J.L.B. mission and focus on improving

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Kern County will be providing supper along with a snack at each of their grab and go meal service locations. Meals are available to

Invites you and your family to join them for their annual Christmas Eve Meal on Thursday, 12/24/20, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm, at 821 E. 21st St. https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/The-Mission-Christmas-Invitation-2020.pdf

The Bakersfield Californian published an article covering “The Way Home,” the recently released web documentary that highlights the great work being done in Kern County to address chronic homelessness. You

One of the questions we’re asked most frequently is “who experiences homelessness in Kern County?” The statistics might surprise you. Here is a fact sheet we put together using demographic

BKRHC Executive Director Anna Laven, Ed.D., appeared last week on Valley Public Radio to discuss local efforts to expand our inventory of permanent supportive housing by purchasing and renovating existing

“The Invisible,” episode 3 of The Way Home, a short-form documentary series released for streaming today on Amazon Prime video, tells the story of Lynn, a man who lived homeless

BKRHC announces changes to 2021 Point in Time Count methodology Plans to account for unsheltered persons using case management data, in lieu of in-person count due to COVID-19 surge CONTACT:

Local COVID-19 rent and mortgage assistance programs expand income eligibility and maximum awards New online application simplifies process for individuals. Landlords and lenders encouraged to apply on behalf of tenants

Now you can pick up a full box of food for your family after work every 3rd Tuesday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm. Everyone is welcome! Laborers of the

There will be free Thanksgiving Meals offered at The Mission in Bakersfield on Thanksgiving Day, 11/26/20, at 11:00 am, New Generation Church in Wasco on Saturday, 11/21/20 at 12:00 pm,

The Kern County Latino COVID-19 Task Force, Kern County Department of Public Health, and the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce are proud to offer Free COVID-19 testing, open to

Volunteers critical for accurate count, efforts to address homelessness. Plans in place to address COVID-19 concerns. For Immediate Release CONTACT: Anna Laven, Ed.D., BKRHC Executive Director, 310-592-8557, anna.laven@bkrhc.org BAKERSFIELD, CA

Dignity Health is offering free drive-thru flu vaccine clinics 11/6/20 – 11/16/20 at five different locations. https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Canyon-Hills-Lamont-Arvin-Shafter.pdf https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Shafter-Valley-Bible.pdf

Join us for a morning panel discussion regarding youth homelessness in Kern County and what you can do to help address the issue. This panel discussion will be held virtually

Three efforts are currently underway to convert residential motels into permanent affordable housing units in Bakersfield, The Bakersfield Californian today reported. You can read more about these efforts and how

The Housing Authority of the County of Kern is accepting applications from landlords and lenders for its COVID-19 Rent and Mortgage Assistance Program. If you are a landlord or lender

The Bakersfield Californian reported today that the City of Bakersfield has approved a loan for Golden Empire Affordable Housing, Inc., II to purchase the Decatur Hotel in downtown Bakersfield and

By Anna Laven, Ed.D.Executive Director – BKRHCandStephen PelzExecutive Director – Housing Authority https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BKRHC_Housing-Authority_10142020.pdf

By Anna Laven, Ed.D.Executive Director https://bkrhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/BKRHC-Stakeholder-Presentation_10132020.pdf

Laid off from work due to COVID-19? You may be eligible to receive assistance with Supportive Services of $400 or $800 depending on qualifications. Supportive Services may include: Equipment necessary

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