Honor Guard volunteers standing in formation with rifles

Continue Your Service

Volunteer with the Honor Guard

Stand beside fellow veterans. Help give a family a final tribute they will always remember.

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A volunteer presenting a folded United States flag to a family member

Veterans Honoring Veterans

Your service still makes a difference.

The Associated Veterans of Bakersfield Honor Guard is made up of volunteers who give their time to provide final military honors at no charge to families.

Our ceremonies include the rifle salute, Taps, flag folding, flag presentation, and a memorial block. Each tribute carries the gratitude of those who served alongside them.

Meet the veterans who serve

A Place in the Ranks

Give your time. Honor a life.

Local reporting has highlighted the need for veterans who can give one or two weekdays. If you are interested, ask about current opportunities, participation requirements, and the time you can offer.

Services take place Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to a last service at 2:00 p.m., at Bakersfield National Cemetery and cemeteries in Bakersfield.

Kern County Honor Guard Information

Color guard volunteers carrying flags at a cemetery ceremony

A speaker with Honor Guard volunteers at a ceremony

Take the Next Step

Ask about volunteering.

Contact the Kern County Veterans Services Office to ask about joining the Honor Guard and current volunteer opportunities.

(661) 868-7300

Volunteer contact published by 23ABC News on February 9, 2023. Ask the office to confirm current participation details.