The Novartis US Foundation was established in 1997 as part of Novartis' commitment to social investment. Its mission is to support programs within communities and nonprofit organizations on a range of social, health and educational issues related to Novartis' interests in healthcare.

The overall focus of the Novartis US Foundation is in the area of health as it relates to education, patient access and patient care. The Novartis US Foundation invests in programs that provide long-standing community ties and fulfill its corporate mission, vision and values.