Together, We Can Transform East Kern County

Your support are essential to making East Kern County a model of sustainability, equity, and opportunity. Join us in creating a legacy of progress today!

Please fill-in the form below to get involved!

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Which committee do wish to be part of? *

Water and Sewer Committee

Housing and Development Committee

Public Safety and Animal Welfare Committee

Education and Workforce Committee

Incorporation and Governance Committee

Renewable Energy Committee

Health and Food Access Committee

Please refer below for the action plan of each committee.

Water and Sewer Committee: Action Plan

Assess Infrastructure Needs, Advance Repair Funding, Coordinate Technical Assistance, Support Modernization Planning, Community Outreach Campaigns

Housing and Development Committee: Action Plan

Redevelop Vacant Lots, Manage Temporary Housing Programs, Partner with Developers, Promote Mixed-Use Communities

Public Safety and Animal Welfare Committee: Action Plan

Collaborate with Law Enforcement, Expand TNR Programs, Build a Community Animal Shelter, Advocate for Public Safety Funding

Education and Workforce Committee: Action Plan

Equip Schools with Tech Resources, Develop Workforce Programs, Establish Satellite Campuses, Promote Vocational Training

Incorporation and Governance Committee: Action Plan

Research Legal and Financial Requirements, Conduct Community Surveys, Educate the Community, Draft a Charter and Governance Structure

Renewable Energy Committee: Action Plan

Conduct Feasibility Studies, Launch Pilot Projects, Develop Renewable Energy Initiatives, Educate the Community

Health and Food Access Committee: Action Plan

Address Food Deserts, Expand Telehealth Services, Establish Community Gardens, Develop Mobile Health Units

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We appreciate your interest. Your involvement helps strengthen our community and brings us closer to shared goals.

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For more information on how to contribute or get involved, please contact Megan Pater at 760-920-1379 or email [email protected].

Message from the Founder

Megan Pater

I’m Megan Pater, founder of EKCCF. Living in Boron, I recognized the urgent need for improved services and infrastructure, motivating me to create a foundation dedicated to the growth and development of our community in Boron, California.

Transforming East Kern County:

How You Can Help Build a Thriving, Sustainable Community
Boron, CA. The East Kern County Community Foundation (EKCCF) is proud to announce a transformative initiative to revitalize East Kern County, bringing sustainable growth, equitable opportunities, and critical infrastructure improvements to an often-overlooked region. With a clear mission and a robust strategic plan, EKCCF is leading the charge to build a better future, but we can't do it without your help.

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