Mountain Communities Family Resource Center, Inc.

At the Mountain Communities Family Resource Center (MCFRC), our sole mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals and families in our rural mountain communities. 

The MCFRC is focused on building genuine relationships, educating the community, and supporting our neighbors. When individuals and families come to us in crisis, we meet them with compassion, understanding, and options.

Our Advocates work diligently to connect clients to county, state, and federal resources to help alleviate the pressure of their crisis.

In 2025, the MCFRC provided

837 food boxes that helped feed 1742 individuals.

67 households received Market Gift Vouchers for food.

111 households were provided utility assistance.

95 households received hygiene supplies.

62 households received diapers, wipes, and formula.

110 individuals were connected with health insurance.

49 households were assisted with applying for Cal-fresh.

120 households attended parent education workshops.

212 households attended community education workshops.

178 children received Toys4Tots gifts  

Food pantry

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If you want to learn more about us, check out the MCFRC YouTube channel, and our updated website, and follow us on Facebook or Instagram!

Who We Are

The Family Resource Center started in 1999 after the El Tejon Unified School District received a Healthy Start Operational Grant. Community members voiced their opinions through door-to-door surveys, focus groups, community meetings and key informant interviews about family and community needs. The information gathered helped set goals to improve: Public Safety, Medical Services, Transportation, Recreation Services, and Adult Services (Education and Employment).

Our Collaborative Partners: Established during the Healthy Start Planning Grant (1997-1999) as the Mountain Communities Collaborative, we work together to bring resources to our community and provide support to the Family Resource Center. Collaborative members consist of Kern County agencies, local businesses, organizations, and community members.