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KINGS COMMUNITY ACTION ORGANIZATION INC

HANFORD, CA · EIN 941604455 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE P20Z · Human Services · Large ($10M-$50M) · www.kcao.org
revenue
$35.4M
expenses
$34.9M
net assets
$8.5M
employees
309
volunteers
873
program ratio
98%
mission · from form 990

WORKING AS A TEAM, KCAO WILL SEEK AND PROVIDE PROGRAMS THAT DEVELOP SELF-SUFFICIENCY IN INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITIES WITHIN KINGS COUNTY.

profile · synthesized from sources

Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) is a federally designated anti-poverty agency serving Kings County, California. Established in 1965, KCAO provides a wide range of direct services and programs focused on developing self-sufficiency in low-income individuals, families, and communities. They address needs through direct services, resource mobilization, and advocacy.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $13.54M
    HEAD START: THE HEAD START PROGRAM IS A PROGRAM OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES THAT PROVIDES COMPREHENSIVE EDUCATION, HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND PARENT INVOLVEMENT SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES. HEAD START IS MADE UP OF FIVE CRUCIAL PROGRAMS: 1.) EARLY HEAD START, 2) MIGRANT HEAD START, 3) REGIONAL HEAD START, 4) CENTER-BASED PROGRAMS AND 5)EARLY HEAD START CHILD CARE PARTNERSHIP. WITH EACH ONE OF THESE IMPORTANT COMPONENTS BEING PROVIDED, EVERY CHILD AND FAMILY IS ONE STEP CLOSER TO LIVING HEALTHY AND SELF-SUFFICIENT LIVES. THE ORGANIZATION HAS FOURTEEN HEAD START CENTERS THROUGHOUT KINGS COUNTY.
  2. #2 $5.25M
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named programs · 31 · from sources

what they call their work

24 Hour Crisis Hotline
Provides immediate support for individuals experiencing crisis.
Barbara Saville Shelter
Shelter and support services for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and elder abuse
Cal-Learn
Youth services program.
CalAIM Housing Support
Provides housing stability services including move-in cost assistance and life skills training for Anthem and CalViva Health members
CalWORKs Home Visiting Program (HVP)
Home visiting program for CalWORKs families.
CalWORKs Stage I, II and III
Child care program.
California Alternative Payment Program (CAPP)
Child care program.
CareConnect
Child care program.
Child And Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
Provides food support for child and adult care.
Child Care Initiative Project (CCIP)
Child care program.
Community Resource Center
Provides various community resources.
Crisis Support Services
24-hour crisis hotline and support programs addressing domestic violence, sexual assault, human trafficking, and elder abuse
Day Care Homes Food Program (DCH)
Provides food support for day care homes.
Domestic Violence Services
Provides support and resources for victims of domestic violence.
Elder Abuse Services
Provides support and resources for victims of elder abuse.
Emergency Child Care Bridge Program for Foster Children
Provides emergency child care for foster children.
Food Distributions
Monthly distribution of commodity food to individuals and families in need throughout Kings County
Food Distributions (TEFAP)
Provides commodities once per month to families and individuals throughout Kings County.
Head Start
Free early childhood education program for children ages 0-5 and prenatal women, including health screenings, dental care, and nutritious meals
Head Start and Child Care Programs
Free programs for children aged 0-5 and prenatal women, focusing on educational services, dental and health screenings, and healthy meals. Includes Early Head Start, Migrant and Seasonal Head Start, Regional Head Start, Early Head Start – Child Care Partnerships, California State Preschool Program (CSPP), and General Child Care and Development (CCTR).
Housing First Model
Housing program based on the Housing First model.
Human Sex Trafficking Services
Provides support and resources for victims of human sex trafficking.
Rape Crisis Program
Provides support and resources for victims of sexual assault.
Resource & Referral
Connects families with child care resources.
Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
National Service program recruiting active adults ages 55 and older for volunteer activities.
Summer Food Services Program (SFSP)
Provides food services during summer months.
Toy Lending Library
Allows families to borrow toys.
TrustLine
Background check service for in-home child care providers.
Utilities Assistance
Provides assistance with utility costs.
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)
Free tax preparation services for low-income individuals, seniors, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers
Wings of Hope Fundraiser
Community fundraiser to raise awareness and support for elder abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence, with proceeds benefiting the Barbara Saville Shelter.
activities · 7 clusters

what they do

  • Veteran and Community Charity Fundraising 1 activity
    • Conduct fundraising and awareness campaigns for survivors of abuse and violence
      Organized the Wings of Hope Fundraiser from February to April 2026 to raise funds and awareness for survivors of elder abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence, with all proceeds supporting the KCAO Barbara Saville Shelter.
  • Free Tax Preparation via VITA and AARP Programs 1 activity
    • Deliver free tax preparation services through VITA program
      Provides free tax filing assistance to low-income individuals, seniors, people with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
  • Community Needs Assessment & Research 1 activity
    • Develop and implement community action plans through participatory needs assessment
      Adopted the 2025–2026 Community Action Plan created through public forums, surveys, and U.S. Census data to identify and address the needs of low-income residents.
  • Emergency Supply Distribution 1 activity
    • Operate monthly commodity food distribution for Kings County residents
      Distributes commodity food on a monthly basis to families and individuals throughout Kings County as part of ongoing food security efforts.
  • Child Care & Early Learning Programs 1 activity
    • Provide early childhood education and support for children 0–5 and prenatal women
      Runs free early childhood education and developmental support programs for children ages 0–5 and pregnant women in Kings County.
  • Home Modification for Health & Accessibility 1 activity
    • Provide housing stability support for health plan members
      Offers housing support services to Anthem and CalViva Health members through CalAIM, including assistance with move-in costs and life skills development to promote long-term housing stability.
  • Uncategorized 9 activities
    • Adapt and deliver community programs based on evolving local needs
      Has continuously revised and expanded programs since 1965 to address changing social, educational, and economic needs of low-income residents in Kings County.
    • Commodity Food Distribution
      Distributes commodity food monthly to families and individuals across Kings County.
    • Community Needs Assessment and Planning
      Develops Community Action Plans, such as the 2025-2026 plan, by conducting public forums, surveys, and analyzing U.S. Census data to identify the needs of low-income residents.
    • Court-Ordered Community Service
      Offers 6–10 hours per month of court-ordered community service through food distribution volunteer opportunities.
    • Early Childhood Education and Support
      Operates free early childhood education and support programs for children ages 0–5 and prenatal women in Kings County.
    • Facilitate court-ordered community service via food distribution volunteering
      Offers monthly volunteer opportunities in food distribution as a form of court-ordered community service, requiring 6–10 hours of service per month.
    • Free Tax Preparation Services
      Provides free tax preparation services through the VITA program for low-income individuals, seniors, people with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers.
    • Fundraising for Survivor Support
      Conducts fundraisers, such as the Wings of Hope Fundraiser, to raise awareness and funds for survivors of elder abuse, sexual assault, human trafficking, and domestic violence, with proceeds supporting the KCAO Barbara Saville Shelter.
    • Housing Support for Health Plan Members
      Provides housing support for Anthem and CalViva Health members through CalAIM, including assistance with move-in costs and life skills development to promote housing stability.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$35.42M
Contributions & grants$35.25M100%
Program service revenue$135K0%
Investment income$80%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$34.89M
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$14.74M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$15.57M
Cash$1.86M
Investments$0
Liabilities$7.04M
Net assets$8.53M
Liquid reserves0.6 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +13.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 5
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
JEFF GARNER Executive Dir. 40 $195K
Sara Lorah Admin Services Dir 40 $165K
Glenda Stephens Deputy Exec Dir 40 $161K
Ruth Rodriguez Progaram Director 40 $122K
Michelle Dove HS/Child Dev Dir 40 $121K
board members · 12
  • ALICIA JACOBO — BOARD MEMBER
  • AMANDA SALTRAY — BOARD MEMBER
  • ANTONY LOPEZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • CHERYL SILVA — BOARD TREASURER
  • ELSIE BARBA — BOARD MEMBER
  • GREG OJEDA — BOARD SECRETARY
  • JIM CHANEY — BOARD MEMBER
  • LETICIA GAMEZ — BOARD MEMBER
  • ORALIA VALLEJO — BOARD MEMBER
  • PAT NOLEN — BOARD MEMBER
  • RICHARD FAGUNDES — BOARD MEMBER
  • TODD BARLOW — BOARD CHAIRPERS
relationships · 20

who they work with

  • AmeriCorps Government — Partners with AmeriCorps through the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP).
  • Anthem Blue Cross Partner — Collaborates with KCAO through CalAIM to support housing stability for health plan members.
  • Armona Union Elementary School District Partner — Partnered with KCAO for the 1st Annual Literacy and Community Support Fair.
  • Board of Supervisors Government — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • CalViva Health Partner — Collaborates with KCAO through CalAIM to support housing stability for health plan members.
  • City of Avenal Government — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • City of Corcoran Government — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • City of Hanford Government — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • City of Hanford Partner — Collaborated with KCAO’s Preston Green Learning Center to provide students with a hands-on recycling education experience.
  • City of Lemoore Government — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • First Christian Reformed Church Partner — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • Hanford Joint Union High School Partner — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • Kings County Latino Roundtable Partner — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • Kings County Office of Education Partner — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • Kings Partnership for Prevention Partner — Representation on KCAO's board of directors
  • Kings United Way Partner — Community partner supporting KCAO programs and initiatives.
  • Kings/Tulare Homeless Alliance Coalition — Member organization collaborating on regional homelessness response efforts.
  • Office of Head Start Government — Provides grant funding (Grant Numbers 09CH012781 and 90CM009870) supporting KCAO’s Head Start programs.
  • Retired & Senior Volunteer Program Network — Participates in the Retired & Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP), a National Service program under Senior Corps.
  • local nonprofit and government agencies Partner — Partnered with local nonprofit and government agencies to complete the Community Action Plan.