Kern County Teen Challenge

10/20/2026

10/20/2026

What an incredible gathering right here in Bakersfield! 🙌

We were honored to serve at The Lobby — Bakersfield’s first-ever church planting gathering hosted by Plant SoCal, the church planting arm of the Assemblies of God. 81 pastors, leaders, and church planters came together for encouragement, connection, and conversations that are strengthening the Church across Southern California.

It was a privilege for Kern County Teen Challenge to bring our food truck and catering to support an event like this — one that’s investing in the leaders who are planting and growing churches in our communities.

A special shoutout to The Collective Church and Real Life - Church for their role in making this day happen — we love doing life and ministry alongside partners like you in Kern County! 🙏

A huge thank you to Plant SoCal for the opportunity to partner with you, and to every organization that helped make this day possible. We’re grateful to be part of moments where the Church comes together for something bigger than any one of us.

Here’s to the first of many Lobby gatherings in Bakersfield — and to what God continues to do through church planting in SoCal! ☕🚚

10/19/2026

🏌️ A huge Thank You to Bolthouse Properties for being a Proud Green Sponsor of the Kern County Teen Challenge 31st Annual Golf Classic! Their commitment to Building a Better Community reflects exactly what this event is all about — investing in lives being transformed.

⛳ There are only 2 weeks left to get registered and join us on the course! Whether you’re looking to play or sponsor, now is the time to secure your spot.

📅 November 2, 2026
📍 Stockdale Country Club

This tournament is held In Memory of Donald, Greg, and Catherine Anne Lake — and every swing, every sponsorship, and every dollar raised goes directly toward funding long-term addiction recovery for men and women right here in Kern County.

Don’t wait — spots are filling up! 🙌

🔗 https://www.teenchallenge.org/kern-golf-classic/

10/15/2026

You do not have to carry this alone.

Our 24/7 Prayer and Helpline is open right now.

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If you or a loved one want help conquering an addiction to drugs or alcohol.

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Call or text (888) 520-0620, any hour, any day.

10/14/2026

🧸 TOY DONATIONS NEEDED! 🧸

We’re gearing up for our 3rd Annual Streetsgiving Outreach — and we want to make sure every child who comes out goes home with a smile! 🎉

As part of this year’s event, we’ll be doing a FREE New Toy Giveaway for kids 18 & under — but we need YOUR help to make it happen!

Here’s how you can donate:
📦 Drop off a new, unopened, and unwrapped toy at either of these locations:

➡️ New Life Downtown Office — 1725 19th St, Bakersfield, CA
➡️ KCTC Bakersfield Women’s Center — 301 East Roberts Lane, Bakersfield, CA

Please note: Children must be present at the event to receive a toy.

Every gift you drop off puts hope in the hands of a child in our community this Thanksgiving season. 🍂❤️

The event itself is coming up fast —
📅 Saturday, November 21 | 12:00 PM
📍 2020 G Street, Bakersfield, CA (Behind Fox Theater)

Questions? Contact Brianna Lakin at (661) 243-9694

10/12/2026

What a joy it was to be part of Back to Church Sunday with Valley Bible Fellowship! 🙌

We pulled up our Food Truck & Catering and served up some of our KCTC classics — and it was a full spread of good food, great conversation, and community. There’s something special about breaking bread together, and that’s exactly what we got to do.

Thank you to the team at Valley Bible Fellowship for welcoming us and including us in such a meaningful day. Moments like this remind us why partnership matters — because when the body of Christ comes together, good things happen.

If you haven’t connected with Valley Bible Fellowship yet, look them up. Grateful for friendships like this. 🙏

10/10/2026

Did you know we have a full outreach and resource office right here in Bakersfield? 💚

The Kern County Teen Challenge New Life Office is open Monday through Friday and our Rapid Response Vehicle is actively hitting the streets to connect people to the help they need — before it's too late.

If you or someone you love is struggling, don't wait. We're closer than you think.

📍 1725 19th St, Bakersfield, CA 93301
📞 (661) 243-9694
🕗 Mon–Fri | 8AM–5PM
🌐 teenchallenge.org/ktc

10/09/2026

10/09/2026

We are so grateful for Jameson Specialties, Inc. — a proud Tourney Sponsor of the KCTC 31st Annual Golf Classic at Stockdale Country Club! 🙌

This tournament exists because of the lasting legacy of Donald, Greg, and Catherine Anne Lake. Without them, this event would not be possible — and their memory continues to fuel our mission every year.

A few sponsorship spots are still open — a great opportunity to align your business with a cause that's changing lives in Kern County.

Secure your spot today 👇
🔗 www.teenchallenge.org/kern-golf-classic/