Why we do what we do?

Mongolia is facing a major public health challenge from non-communicable diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and chronic respiratory diseases. These conditions account for nearly 81% of mortality in Mongolia according to the World Health Organization, and many of their major risk factors are preventable. The Government of Mongolia is working to address these challenges through national health policies, primary care, screening, and prevention programs. But the scale of the problem remains significant, and government programs alone cannot reach and influence every person, family, and community. That is where we come in. Gobi Foundation exists to make health knowledge easier to understand and easier to act on.

CLEAR INFORMATION

We turn complex health and medical information into clear, practical, and accessible content that people can understand and apply in everyday life. Through evidence-based research, culturally relevant communication, and engaging educational content, we make important health knowledge easier to understand, share, and act upon.

HEALTHIER CHOICES

We help people make informed decisions about the everyday choices that shape their health and well-being. Our content provides practical guidance on nutrition, tobacco use, physical activity, healthy weight, and other important health behaviors, helping people understand not only what choices are healthier, but why they matter and how to make them part of daily life.

POSITIVE CHANGE

We believe meaningful health improvement begins with knowledge and grows through everyday action. By making reliable health information accessible and relevant, we inspire individuals, families, and communities to adopt healthier habits, reduce preventable health risks, and create lasting positive change.

What's our goal?

Gobi Foundation is a California nonprofit devoted to improving the quality of life of underserved communities through health education. We focus on Mongolia as a whole, with special attention to the Gobi region. Our purpose is to create accessible, evidence-informed health education that moves beyond general awareness and encourages meaningful changes in everyday behavior. This includes carefully developed messaging, attention to different audiences and community needs, and practical information that helps people act on what they learn. Support from donors allows us to reach more people, improve the quality of our content, and strengthen health education where reliable information is most needed.

Who are we?

Gobi Foundation is a California nonprofit organization established in 2020 to support underserved communities in Mongolia through practical, community-focused initiatives. With a focus on health education, communication, and quality of life, the Foundation works across Mongolia, with particular attention to the Gobi region. The Foundation was established in response to the need for practical solutions that connect knowledge, resources, and community needs. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gobi Foundation mobilized support from Mongolians living overseas and helped deliver 60 oxygen generators to hospitals across Mongolia, contributing essential equipment during a critical period. Today, the Foundation brings together experience in community engagement, international development, health communication, and work with Mongolian communities.