About the Turkmen Foundation

Dedicated to advancing educational opportunities and cultural preservation worldwide

Our Mission

Advancing Education and Culture

Our commitment to Turkic communities worldwide

Our Mission Statement

The Turkmen Global Foundation (TGF) is a nonprofit organization established in 2025 by Turkmen community leaders in the USA. The Foundation's vision is multifaceted, focusing on promoting and preserving Turkmen culture while actively integrating new Americans into society as well as supporting community. The TGF aims to bolster the community by providing assistance during emergency situations. Furthermore, it is dedicated to encouraging and supporting the education of young children in Afghanistan who have been deprived of schooling, addressing this need in the broadest possible aspects. Finally, the Foundation seeks to build and strengthen good relationships with other Turkmen communities in Turkey, Afghanistan, Turkmenistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Iran. We believe that access to quality education is a fundamental right and a powerful tool for positive change. Through our programs, we strive to create opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive while preserving their rich cultural heritage.

Our Journey

History & Growth

How we started and where we are today

The Turkmen Global Foundation (TGF) is a nonprofit organization established in 2025 by Turkmen community leaders in the USA. The Foundation's vision is multifaceted, focusing on promoting and preserving Turkmen culture while actively integrating new Americans into society. The TF aims to bolster the community by providing assistance during emergency situations. Furthermore, it is dedicated to encouraging and supporting the education of young children in Afghanistan who have been deprived of schooling, addressing this need in the broadest possible aspects. Finally, the Foundation seeks to build and strengthen good relationships with other Turkmen communities in Turkey, Turkmenistan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Iran. We believe that access to quality education is a fundamental right and a powerful tool for positive change. Through our programs, we strive to create opportunities for individuals and communities to thrive while preserving their rich cultural heritage.

Core Values

What We Stand For

The principles that guide our work

Educational Excellence

We are committed to providing and supporting quality education that enables individuals to reach their full potential.

Cultural Preservation

We honor and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Turkic peoples for future generations.

Community Empowerment

We believe in the strength of communities and work to build capacity from within.

Leadership Team

Meet Our Team

The dedicated individuals driving our mission forward

Haji Q Yuldash

CEO Founder (New York)

Yuldash serves as a Community Advocate and an alumnus of the State University of New York. He currently active in guiding the community in Rochester City New York.

Mahmood Masumi

Board Member (New York City)

Mahmoud Masumi is a recognized as a prominent person within the Turkmen Afghan - community in the USA. He has consistently supported his community during times of difficulty, demonstrating generosity, humility, and resilience.

Qurban Murad Muradi

Board Member (Orange County California)

Qurban Muradi is one of the public figures of the Turkmen community and lives in California, USA. He has previously served as a governor and as the chairman of the Afghanistan Turkmen Solidarity Council