What difference could a tablet make in an earthquake zone? For a child with autism and their family, facing disrupted routines and homes they cannot return to, it can do wonders. A tablet is more than just a source of entertainment. Sometimes, it’s an educational tool that helps strengthen a child’s brain development. Sometimes, it’s music…
Teachers are at the heart of achieving the world’s educational goals. UNESCO’s Sustainable Development Goal 4 (SDG 4) calls for inclusive and equitable quality education for all by 2030. Yet progress remains uneven both globally and in Turkiye: approximately 1.2 million children of school-age children in Türkiye are out of formal education, and classrooms often…
#TPFSummit was a day to remember! Marked by inspiring speakers, in-depth discussions, and enthusiasm from participants, it transformed into an inspiring platform for collaboration and connection. “How can we do more?” was the pivotal question we tackled in a world that’s more connected than ever. With entrepreneurship deeply embedded in TPF’s foundation, we explored numerous…
About the Event: Wednesday, September 17 1PM EST/ 20:00 TR The February 6, 2023 twin earthquakes affected approximately 2.6 million youth and children, about 19% of the total impacted population. Each child and young person experienced the disaster differently, yet many now face similar challenges: trauma, post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, and disruptions to education and…
[New York, August 21, 2025] – Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is proud to announce a co-funding partnership with the Center for Disaster Philanthropy (CDP) to support the long-term recovery of communities impacted by the devastating twin earthquakes that struck southeastern Türkiye on February 6, 2023. More than two years later, the emotional, psychological, and social…
Surprisingly, more than half of Americans don’t have a will—arguably the most important document in an estate plan. The consequences are serious. Without a will, a probate court decides how to distribute your assets. Judges do their best to follow state laws, but your actual wishes remain a mystery. This can mean your hard-earned assets…
A new tax law—The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB)—was recently passed, bringing major changes to how charitable contributions are treated in the U.S. tax code. At Turkish Philanthropy Funds, we want to ensure our donors are informed and empowered to make the most of these changes as they support the causes they care about. Here’s…
What if hope could be rebuilt—not with bricks, but with music, movement, and shared moments of joy? In the heart of a region still scarred by devastation, over 250 young people gathered not just to remember what was lost, but to rediscover what is possible. The Tebdil-i Mekan Festival was more than a four-day event—it…
On June 19, 2024, Turkish Philanthropy Funds brought together its partner organizations in Istanbul for a full-day convening focused on deepening collective understanding and practice of impact measurement. The event, titled “Why Is Impact Measurement Important for Trust, Transparency, and Transformation?”, was designed as a space for connection, learning, and practical skill-building among civil society…
