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A Safe Place to Begin Your Healing Journey

You Are Not Alone. Hope Lives Here.

At the Kennedy Austin Foundation, we believe in the power of compassion and community. Whether you're facing crisis, loss, or simply seeking support, we're here to walk alongside you.

Need to talk? Our crisis line is always open:

909-808-6866
30+
Years of Hope
10,000+
Lives Touched
Free
Core Services
24/7
Always Here

“Every sunrise brings new hope. Every step forward is a victory. Your healing journey starts with the courage to reach out.”

Our Services

How We Can Support You

Whatever you're facing, we offer compassionate care and practical resources to help you move toward healing and hope.

Crisis Intervention

Compassionate support during life's most difficult moments. You're not alone—we're here 24/7.

Grief Counseling

Gentle guidance through the journey of loss, helping you find peace and healing.

DV Support

A safe haven for survivors, offering hope, resources, and a path to safety.

Self-Help Programs

Discover your inner strength through empowering workshops and wellness programs.

Educational Classes

Learn and grow with courses designed to nurture your mind, body, and spirit.

Community Support

Connect with others who understand. Together, we heal stronger.

Our Story

Born from Love, Growing in Hope

In 1993, after the heartbreaking loss of her teenage son Kennedy Austin, Ms. Ethel Gardner chose to transform her grief into a gift for others. She founded the Kennedy Austin Foundation so no family would ever have to face their darkest moments alone.

Today, we carry forward her legacy of love, serving the Tri-City community—Pomona, Claremont, and La Verna, California—with free support services that have touched over 10,000 lives.

California's 2015 Woman of the Year
Ms. Ethel Gardner, Founder
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“From grief to grace, we walk together.”

Learn & Grow

Nurture Your Journey

Free and affordable classes to support your growth

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Grief
Live

Healing Through Grief

Weekly on Tuesdays
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Self-Help
Course

Building Resilience

Starting Feb 15
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Therapy
In-Person

Family Wellness Workshop

Monthly
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Need a Listening Ear?

Our compassionate AI assistant is here 24/7 to offer support, share resources, and help you find the services you need. Take the first step when you're ready.

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For emergencies, please call 911 or our crisis line: 909-808-6866

Make a Difference

Your Generosity Creates Hope

When you give to the Kennedy Austin Foundation, you're not just donating— you're wrapping someone in support during their hardest days.

  • Provide free grief counseling to a grieving family
  • Support survivors of domestic violence
  • Fund youth programs that build resilience
  • Enable free classes for personal growth
100%
of donations support
our programs directly

Every dollar you give helps someone heal. Thank you for being part of our community of hope.