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Turkish Tunes in Phoenix

04/25/2012

Phoenix's Musical Instrument Museum has an expanded Turkish music collection. Read about this extensive single-country exhibit that showcases mehter (Ottoman ceremonial) music, various traditions of the Turkish countryside, the music and movement of the Mevlevi Sufis, and the vibrant music of Turkey's urban centers that TPF is proud to support. Read more.

Social Entrepreneurship in Turkey: Mustafa Sari Saves Van

04/17/2012

Booming is the adjective most often used to describe Turkey these days. Ranked the 16^th largest economy (and growing) in the world, the country saddled between Europe and the Middle East is looked as a sound investment and economic model for others, especially in the region. Yet, it is important to note that this Turkish economic miracle is regional, contained to Turkey’s west. What happens in Istanbul stays in Istanbul. Read more.

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TPF Award | Fazil Say | On the TPF Blog...

In addition to philanthropy, TPF has been focused on music recently. Read about our support for the Turkey exhibit of the Musical Instrument Museum and our reception with Fazil Say to provide scholarships to Turkish girls.

Sabanci University Scholarship Fund

Sabanci University is now accepting donations for their Scholarship Fund. If you are a Sabanci University alumni, consider contributing.

Van Earthquake Relief Fund

On October 23, 2011, Turkish Philanthropy Funds established the Van Earthquake Relief Fund at TPF. One hundred percent of your contributions go to organizations that are directly involved with Van to help victims recover from the devastating effects of the earthquake. Read more.