Kern Service and Conservation Corps

04/08/2026

REMINDER: Wasco Bulky Waste Collection Event
Saturday, April 25, 2026
8 a.m.–12 p.m.
Barker Park: 1218 Poplar Avenue
Do you have unwanted household items, such as furniture, home appliances, TVs, e-waste, and tires without rims that you are looking to dispose of?
On Saturday, April 25, Kern County Public Works will be hosting a FREE Bulky Waste Collection Event from 8 a.m.–12 p.m. at Barker Park in Wasco. For more information, visit https://www.kernpublicworks.com/.../waste-recycling-events.

03/24/2026

In recognition of Assemblymember Juan Carrillo and his continued work advancing the California Conservation Corps mission and his leadership advocating for climate-resilient infrastructure and investments that support both environmental protection and economic opportunity in communities on the frontline of the climate crisis.

03/06/2026

11/20/2025

08/27/2025

August 2025 Corpsmember of the Month: Eric Diaz

Eric has been with us less than a year, but his dedication and growth already stand out. He’s taken on new challenges across departments, become a trusted forklift operator, and inspires others with his “Sí Se Puede” attitude. Always willing to go the extra mile, Eric shows the teamwork, integrity, and commitment that make him a true leader in the making. Congratulations, Eric!

07/30/2025

🚨 FIELD is hiring across California!

The Farmworker Institute of Education & Leadership Development (FIELD) is expanding our impact—and we’re looking for passionate, mission-driven individuals to join our team. If you’re committed to education, workforce development, and empowering underserved communities, we want to hear from you.

🌟 We’re currently hiring for location-specific roles statewide:

Corpsmembers

Instructional Aides

Academic Advisor

Director of Educational Programs

Multiple Subject Teachers

Substitute Teachers

Student Services Coordinators

FIELD offers a dynamic, purpose-driven work environment where you can make a lasting impact.

🔗 Explore open positions and apply today: https://fieldinstitute.bamboohr.com/careers/

05/09/2025

🌎♻️ E-Waste & Tire Collection Event! ♻️🌎
📍 Hosted by Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps
🗓️ Saturday, May 10, 2025
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 2240 South Union Ave., Bakersfield, CA

Got old electronics or tires lying around? 🚫🖥️🛞
Let us help you recycle them the right way!

Our Chavez Corpsmembers are taking action to support a cleaner, greener community — and you can be part of it. 🌱🙌

✅ Drop off your e-waste & used tires - see 👇🏼👆🏼 for items accepted
✅ Help reduce pollution and landfill waste
✅ Support youth leaders making real change

Recycling isn’t just good for the environment — it’s a step toward a more sustainable future. 🌍✨

💪 Our Corpsmembers are proud to serve their communities through hands-on environmental efforts. Come out and show your support!

📦 Questions? DM us, call us at 661-527-6003 or visit https://farmworkersinstitute.org/ccec/



🌎♻️ ¡Evento de recolección de desechos electrónicos y llantas! ♻️🌎
📍 Organizado por Cesear Chavez Environmental Corps
🗓️ Sábado, 10 de Mayo, 2025
⏰ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 2240 South Union Ave., Bakersfield, CA

¿Tienes electrónicos o llantas viejas por ahí? 🚫🖥️🛞
¡Déjanos ayudarte a reciclarlos de la manera correcta!

Nuestros Chavez Corpsmembers están tomando medidas para apoyar una comunidad más limpia, más verde - y usted puede ser parte de ella. 🌱🙌

✅ Deposita tus desechos electrónicos y llantas usadas - visita 👇🏼👆🏼 para ver los artículos aceptados
✅ Ayuda a reducir la contaminación y los desechos de los vertederos
✅ Apoya a los líderes juveniles que hacen un cambio real

Reciclar no sólo es bueno para el medio ambiente - es un paso hacia un futuro más sostenible. 🌍✨

💪 Nuestros miembros del Cuerpo están orgullosos de servir a sus comunidades a través de esfuerzos medioambientales prácticos. ¡Ven y muestra tu apoyo!

¿Preguntas? DM nosotros, llámenos al 661-527-6003 o visite https://farmworkersinstitute.org/ccec/

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04/25/2025

🌎♻️ E-Waste & Tire Collection Event! ♻️🌎
📍 Hosted by Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps
🗓️ Saturday, April 26, 2025
⏰ 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 2240 South Union Ave., Bakersfield, CA

Got old electronics or tires lying around? 🚫🖥️🛞
Let us help you recycle them the right way!

Our Chavez Corpsmembers are taking action to support a cleaner, greener community — and you can be part of it. 🌱🙌

✅ Drop off your e-waste & used tires - see 👇🏼👆🏼 for items accepted
✅ Help reduce pollution and landfill waste
✅ Support youth leaders making real change

Recycling isn’t just good for the environment — it’s a step toward a more sustainable future. 🌍✨

💪 Our Corpsmembers are proud to serve their communities through hands-on environmental efforts. Come out and show your support!

📦 Questions? DM us, call us at 661-527-6003 or visit https://farmworkersinstitute.org/ccec/



🌎♻️ ¡Evento de recolección de desechos electrónicos y llantas! ♻️🌎
📍 Organizado por Cesear Chavez Environmental Corps
🗓️ Sábado, 26 de abril, 2025
⏰ 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
📍 2240 South Union Ave., Bakersfield, CA

¿Tienes electrónicos o llantas viejas por ahí? 🚫🖥️🛞
¡Déjanos ayudarte a reciclarlos de la manera correcta!

Nuestros Chavez Corpsmembers están tomando medidas para apoyar una comunidad más limpia, más verde - y usted puede ser parte de ella. 🌱🙌

✅ Deposita tus desechos electrónicos y llantas usadas - visita 👇🏼👆🏼 para ver los artículos aceptados
✅ Ayuda a reducir la contaminación y los desechos de los vertederos
✅ Apoya a los líderes juveniles que hacen un cambio real

Reciclar no sólo es bueno para el medio ambiente - es un paso hacia un futuro más sostenible. 🌍✨

💪 Nuestros miembros del Cuerpo están orgullosos de servir a sus comunidades a través de esfuerzos medioambientales prácticos. ¡Ven y muestra tu apoyo!

¿Preguntas? DM nosotros, llámenos al 661-527-6003 o visite https://farmworkersinstitute.org/ccec/

Cesar Chavez Foundation

04/22/2025

Wellness Wednesday Mobile Clinics! Please join us onsite at 2240 S Union Ave. in Bakersfield for our Screening & Wellness Events in conjunction with Omni Family Health! Omni Family Health will be on site for Screening & Wellness Events on 4/22/2025 and 5/28/2025. Mark your calendars and take advantage of this great opportunity for you and your family!

¡Miercoles de Bienestar Clinicas Moviles! ¡Por favor, únase a nosotros en el sitio en 2240 S Union Ave. en Bakersfield para nuestros eventos de detección y bienestar en conjunto con Omni Family Health! Omni Family Health estará en el sitio para los eventos de detección y bienestar en 4/22/2025 y 5/28/2025. ¡Marque su calendario y aproveche esta gran oportunidad para usted y su familia!

04/09/2025

CA local conservation corps are meeting this week at CALCC Con in Sacramento. One of the items they will be touching on is Senate Bill 803.

SB 803 is a bill that establishes a Green Collar Certification for young adults!🌳This certification is done through state-certified conservation corps programs like our own Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps! This helps with expanding opportunities for career readiness through pathways to registered apprenticeships, higher education, and employment.
This bill aims to recognize CCEC and other state corps as a proven workforce training model and formalize the Green Collar Certification to encourage employers to prioritize hiring individuals who have earned it. This is a meaningful bill that will provide a lasting impact on both and the

Ask your to support and help improve the future of young adult corpsmembers whose lives will directly be impacted.✊🏼

Farmworker Institute of Education & Leadership Development

04/08/2025

Investing in Our Future – The Great American Outdoors Act and Youth Corps Make a Difference at César E. Chávez National Monument - Article Courtesy of National Park Service

Click 👇🏽to read more about how our Chavez Environmental Corps is helping to rehabilitate this important national monument.

https://farmworkersinstitute.org/investing-in-our-future-the-great-american-outdoors-act-and-youth-corps-make-a-difference-at-cesar-e-chavez-national-monument/

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