Our Mission

To expand access to quality healthcare across Barstow and surrounding rural communities.

Barstow serves as the regional hub for healthcare access, connecting surrounding communities such as Hinkley, Newberry Springs, Lenwood, Daggett, and Yermo to essential services and resources.

What We Stand For

At the Barstow Health Foundation, we believe every family deserves high-quality, compassionate healthcare close to home. We are committed to strengthening local healthcare resources, supporting community health initiatives, and ensuring equitable access to care for residents across Barstow and the surrounding rural communities—regardless of geography.

How We Fulfill Our Mission

1. Strengthening Local Healthcare Capacity

We help bring new programs, partnerships, and resources to Barstow that improve patient care, expand access, and enhance overall community health.

2. Expanding Community Wellness

We invest in initiatives that address behavioral health, food security, chronic disease prevention, youth well-being, and other key social determinants of health impacting Barstow and surrounding rural communities.

3. Investing in the Future

We partner with community leaders, healthcare providers, educators, and local organizations to build sustainable health solutions and long-term wellness infrastructure for Barstow and the broader High Desert region.

4. Supporting Innovation & Access

We explore new opportunities, partnerships, and community-focused solutions that break down barriers to care and expand access for residents across Barstow and surrounding rural communities.

Why It Matters

Barstow and its surrounding rural communities face unique healthcare challenges:

  • Geographic isolation from larger medical centers

  • Limited access to specialty care

  • Growing needs in behavioral health, prevention, and chronic disease management

  • Economic and social barriers that delay or prevent timely care

Our mission addresses these challenges head-on—bringing new resources, strengthening partnerships, and improving access to care across the region.

Our Commitment

We serve with integrity, transparency, and deep respect for the communities we call home. Every donor, every partner, and every initiative helps move us closer to a healthier Barstow and surrounding region.

Together, we are strengthening today’s care while building the foundation for a stronger, healthier future.