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Caring for Grandkids and Keeping Them Safe on the Road

On August 27, 2021 under Education Health

Written by: Sara Coleman Edited by: Maggie Kempken As a grandparent involved in their grandkids’ everyday tasks and routines, much of your time with your grandchildren may be spent in ... Continue reading...

Tips For Teaching Kids About Nature And Food Systems Throughout Kern County

On March 22, 2021 under Education Health

By Miranda Culvert Nature and food depend upon each other, from growing and harvesting grains and vegetables, to raising livestock. Teaching kids about food helps to promote a healthy diet. ... Continue reading...

15 Games to Play at Home with Kids, Ages 3-5

On April 23, 2020 under Education

Keep young kids engaged while they are at home United Way of Kern County supports local parents by providing free tips, tools and resources to help all kids have a ... Continue reading...

United Way of Kern County Participates In Read Across America Day!

On February 28, 2018 under Education

Bakersfield, CA – February 28, 2018 – United Way of Kern County volunteers will join millions of their peers across the country to celebrate Read Across America Day on Friday, ... Continue reading...

Thank You GEICO!

On April 14, 2017 under Education

Another Book of the Month Sponsor… X3! Thank you Trenea Smart and Geico Local Office for sponsoring April, May and June book distribution. Become a Book of the Month sponsor! ... Continue reading...

Become a Book of the Month Club Sponsor

On November 18, 2016 under Education

Kids succeed in school when they have books at home and parents who read with them. Help build home libraries for children in need. Each month, we distribute books to ... Continue reading...

United4Students

On August 31, 2016 under Education

We are working to ensure kids enter school ready to learn, from preschool through high school, and graduate high school ready for college and career. As we kick off a ... Continue reading...

Vu Le

On August 17, 2016 under Education Health Income

Vu Le is a writer, speaker, and the Executive Director of Rainier Valley Corps, a nonprofit in Seattle with the mission of developing and supporting leaders of color to strengthen the ... Continue reading...