Garden Pathways, Inc., a community-based non-profit organization in Bakersfield, CA, changes lives from the inside out through hope and relationship. Garden Pathways provides innovative opportunities for families and individuals of all ages to discover their unique purpose, activate their personal creativity, live in health and safety, and develop skills for success in life. Through collaborative efforts with community agencies, community service groups, and faith-based organizations, Garden Pathways offers mentoring, training, and education in the arts and the art of living.

The programs of Garden Pathways provide a wide range of life-building services to the Kern County community. Diverse mentoring initiatives encourage and equip children, youth, and adults to realize their potential and build productive lives.

"Weaving Strength into the Fabric of Community"

Comprehensive Mentoring Services helps grow healthy families by providing mentors to guide and encourage those who are grappling with the myriad of challenges that face families trying to overcome poverty and at-risk conditions. -- read more

"A Caring Community of Lifelong Learners,"

Garden Pathways Christian Preschool nurtures comprehensive readiness for success in school and life. In the critical first years, children at The Garden develop increasing competence in all areas -- read more.

"A creative Alternative to Day Care"

Afterschool Performing Arts provides a creative alternative to traditional day care. Students discover and develop their creativity as they engage in a broad spectrum of the arts, academic enrichment, physical activities,