Kern Medical Center Foundation
Kern Medical Center Foundation
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of the Kern Medical Foundation is to help augment funds needed to improve the facilities and services of the hospital; raise and expend funds for capital improvements; educational programs and medical or hospital related research; and provide financial assistance for the improvement of health, safety and general welfare of the hospital and thus the community.
About
Valley Fever InstituteReceived $3 million from the State of California for the Valley Fever InstituteReceived $100,000 from Kern Health SystemsUnveiled the new location of the Valley Fever Institute on 8/10/18Provided community education in Spanish Provided Physician education in San Luis ObispoParticipated in the Views on the Valley Panel for the NOR Chamber Co-Hosted the Valley Fever Walk in August 2018Participated in the Kids Cocci Event at CamelotProvided education to High School Students at Foothill High SchoolProvided education to Biology Students at Bakersfield CollegeAdded several research assistants for Dr. Heidari, currently there are 4 assisting himWorked with Federal and State Legislators on potential funding and legislation to prevent, treat and educate about Valley FeverHired Dana Brucker, as a Research Manager and Charlene Worth, as Director of the Valley Fever InstituteMedical EducationHosted 18th Annual Resident Research Forum New location increased attendance by nearly 50%Hosted the Graduating Residents Luncheon, intended to increase membership in the Alumni SocietyFunded several ACGME lectures over the 2017/2018 academic year. Attendance increased by 1,747 attendees. The prior year only had 902 attendees. Assisted OB/GYN with hosting Dr. Stephen Rose, who chairs the GYN/ONC Fellowship Program at University of Wisconsin in MayHosted Arvin Bridge Camp for a mini Doc for a Day experienceContinued to work with the Institutional Review Board on Valley Fever Research oFleet Study- Clinical Trial of Fluconazole oSands Study The replacement Fleet Study, the study will launch later this monthOther Foundation ActivitiesHired Aidee Cardenas, as a Community Engagement CoordinatorReceived $61,680 from Cynthia Lake to fund Phase 1 of the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit GardenFunded the Swaddler program, a critical component in Kern Medical becoming Baby FriendlyPurchased a Lapraoscopy Simulator for the OB/GYN Residency Program Doc for a Day 13 times in 2018Developed a Comprehensive Bereavement Program for Maternal Child Services and have expanded the program to be available to all inpatient areasCreated a year end appeal for hospital staff to increase awareness of the Foundation and raise funds for hospital programs Up Sooner, Safer has been rolled out to all areas of the hospital. We have patient mobility experts on all units and have installed lift equipment several radiology areas. Mobility wheels have been installed on all inpatient beds and mobility equipment has been delivered to all areas with signage to encourage use. Received funding from American Cancer Society to use for our Oncology patients who need transportation assistance. This funding is critical, since lack of transportation is the main reason our patients miss chemotherapy appointments.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
According to the filing documents, the non-profit's mission is defined as “Kern medical center foundation is dedicated to promote education and programs that support the mission of kern medical center”.
When referring to its tasks, they were referred to as: “Kern medical center foundation is dedicated to promote education and programs that support the mission of kern medical center”.
- The non-profit's state of operation has been legally reported as CA.
- According to the latest filing, the non-profit's address in 2020 is 1700 Mt Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA, 93306.
- The total number of employees reported by the non-profit on their form for 2020 is 0.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $3,074,029.
- The CEO compensation package within the organization is not determined through a thorough evaluation and endorsement by a neutral source.
- The organization has 9 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 2008.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $0 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $0 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has grants to organizations.