The United States Congress has made the IRA charitable rollover permanent as part of the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes (PATH) Act of 2015. President Barack Obama signed the bill into law. The IRA Rollover was first enacted in 2006 as part of the Pension Protection Act. The provision allows individuals aged 70½ and older to donate up…
DetailsRaised close to $2mm for Turkey. Remembered Soma. Presented TPF at the Stockholm Philanthropy Symposium. Announced Ziya Boyacıgiller Memorial Fund to support women’s education and entrepreneurship in Turkey. Chosen as the Most Influential Philanthropy Organization. Assisted Günay Aksoy to make an impact in the life of five young women from Anatolia. Finished 5K/10K Run to…
DetailsWe are delighted to announce our newest partner. Created in 2006, Tarlabasi Community Center(TCC) is dedicated to create equal living conditions for those who live in Tarlabasi, one of disadvantaged neighborhoods in Istanbul. TCC has provided social, educational and psychological support for over 13.000 disadvantaged children, young people and women since its establishment. Tarlabasi, a neighborhood…
DetailsHappy Birthday Mehmet! Mehmet used his 40th birthday to raise $4,800 for TPF. Mehmet Kirdar is a financial advisor, TPF’s vice-chair and a father of two. He is a genuine and kind person. Until this year, he celebrated his birthdays with a casual dinner with his family and close friends. But this year, he decided that…
DetailsTurkish Philanthropy Funds, Turkish Cultural Foundation and ARMAGGAN Art and Design Gallery are pleased to announce an online art sale to benefit the Turkish Philanthropy Funds’ Scholarship Fund. The artworks presented for sale are by selected Turkish contemporary artists and have been showcased by TCF and ARMAGGAN Art and Design Gallery at exclusive international exhibitions including the Sculpture Objects…
DetailsAs we enter the holiday season and the end of 2015, Turkish Philanthropy Funds is poised to assist you with your year-end giving and grantmaking. We are here to provide the best possible service and ensure your year-end gifts qualify for a charitable income tax deduction in the 2015 tax year. Please keep these…
DetailsIt’s the time of the year when we give thanks – for our loved ones, a home and a happy life. This season is about kindness and empowering our communities. #GivingTuesday celebrates this spirit on a global scale. This #GivingTuesday on December 1st, we received $7,350. Thank you. It has been a joy to celebrate…
DetailsTurkish Philanthropy Funds is dedicated to improving civil society in Turkey by serving our donors’ needs so their generosity can make the greatest difference now, and long into the future. TPF’s Annual Report mirrors your passions and your philanthropic dreams. You inspire us. You make our work possible. And, you allow us to find our perfect fit. As we focus…
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