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Kern County Man Uses Cash Giveaways and Social Media to Build Community

01 June 2026 09:35

A Kern County man is using cash giveaways and social media to bring his community together. - The anonymous founder of 'Built Wasco' started with a $10 hidden gift in Wasco earlier this year.

- His Facebook page now has over 10,000 followers, and he has given away about $1,000 so far. - The giveaways, funded by his videos, T-shirt business (Flores Apparel), and his own paycheck, are inspired by his survival of cancer in 2018.

- Participants say the events foster collaboration and family bonding, with many winners giving the money to their children. The founder plans to expand the giveaways as his following grows.

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