Basketkoy – a Sanctuary of Hope.

Earthquakes leave psychological scars that are often overlooked in the immediate rush to provide basic needs. As TPF, our strategy includes addressing these invisible scars. After earthquakes, it’s often hard to find hope. Team sports like basketball play an important role in rebuilding community ties. They provide a form of therapy, helping children and everyone else…

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TPF Impact in the Earthquake Region

Our collective impact in the earthquake region has been transformative. We’ve touched the lives of over 1.7 million individuals, allocated $10.1 million in grants, and stood alongside 65+ NGOs. This is the strength of our shared purpose. We’re proud of the progress we have made but we know that the journey ahead is long and that our commitment to these communities must remain unwavering.…

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Sinemasal Academy: Bringing Magic to Life

In Samandağ, Hatay, the echoes of a devastating earthquake linger. Each person carries the weight of loss. Homes, loved ones, jobs, cherished possessions – the earthquake claimed them all. Yet amidst the rubble, a community rises, bound by strength and hope. Each movie night, each burst of laughter becomes a path to healing and resilience. This transformation? It’s powered by your generosity and our partner, Sinemasal. Together, we’re reigniting…

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The Heart ofAnatolia: Updates from the Earthquake Region

This past summer, I had the opportunity to visit the earthquake region and witness the ongoing recovery firsthand. My trip to Hatay and Iskenderun with my 17-year-old son revealed the enduring pain, even seven months later. The survivors continue to grapple with their new normal. Large swathes of the cities remain in ruins. Survivors, primarily residing in container…

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TPF Partners & Issue Areas

Equality & Equity in Education İLKYAR Okul Destek Derneği TEGV Another School is Possible Association Istanbul Technical University Alumni Association ÖRAV TOÇEV Science Heroes Associaton KODA Sabancı University BUMED Kodluyoruz TAC BÜVAK MAGIT TED Darüşşafaka Society Nesin Foundation TEV Gender Equality AÇEV ÇYDD DLD Arts & Culture Health Innovations Cerebral Palsy Türkiye LÖSEV ÇÖLYAK INARA…

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6TH MONTH IMPACT REPORT – TPF EARTHQUAKE RELIEF FUND

Six months have passed since the devastating earthquakes shook Southeast Türkiye. As we pause to reflect on the journey, we want to acknowledge the vast strides we have made together in healing, rebuilding, and planning for a resilient future. The initial phase of our response, fueled by the generous support we received from our community…

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Introducing the 2023-24 Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award Recipients

New York, NY (May 18, 2023) – Turkish Philanthropy Funds is proud to announce the 2023 Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award recipients Ayşe Nur Battal, Elif Şen, Kardelen Çiçek, and Sıla Öztürk. The Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award was established in 2015 by George Schieber in honor of his late wife, Sena Eken Schieber, a…

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Mother’s Day 2023

As we approach Mother’s Day, a time to celebrate the women who have nurtured and shaped us, we invite you to make a gift that will touch lives and create a lasting impact. This Mother’s Day holds a different meaning for thousands of families in Turkiye. In the wake of the earthquakes, amidst displacement and…

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