Raised 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 raise awareness of TPF’s mission. Celebrated Elmira Bayrasli’s book: From the Other Side of the World: Extraordinary Entrepreneurs, Unlikely Places. Granted Inaugural Abadan Awards in Istanbul. Became partners with Tarlabasi Community Center and Girisimcilik Vakfi, and increased the number of our partners to 42. Established the first ever scholarship for female Turkish economists: Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award. Honored with our Goodwill Ambassador, Mithat Bereket’s recognition at American Abroad Media awards. Met Elif Key. Cherished with a holiday card from President Barack Obama. And, all because of our generous community. Thank you for a year full of kindness. We look forward to an even more productive and effective 2016. This season is about giving and hope. We hope you consider including TPF in your year-end gifts as we are committed to both.