Some nights leave a lasting mark—not just in memory, but in movement. The 2025 TPF Gala was one of those gatherings. Together, we raised $2.7 million—a testament to the compassion, generosity, and unity of a community determined to make a difference. Whether you joined us in person or supported from afar, your belief in our…
New York, NY (May 2, 2025) – We are proud to announce that three outstanding recipients of the 2025 Sena Eken-Schieber Economics Award—Sıla, Ece, and Nagehan—have been accepted to Yale, Duke, and Columbia University, respectively. All three are Economics majors with GPAs above 3.7 from top universities in Türkiye, united by a shared dream: to make…
53% of those affected by the 2023 twin-earthquakes were women. In its aftermath, they faced greater burdens—more caregiving, more work, and deeper inequalities. Yet, they did not give up. With resilience and an entrepreneurial spirit, they turned hardship into opportunity. Through the Let Women Start Their Business project, supported by Mavi Kalem and TPF, they…
Today marks the second anniversary of the devastating twin earthquakes that forever changed southeastern Türkiye, impacting 14 million lives. From day one, your unwavering support enabled TPF to respond swiftly, collaborating with over 80 organizations and distributing $15 million in grants, positively affecting 2 million lives. But numbers can only tell part of the story.…
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Every child deserves the chance to learn, and every teacher deserves the tools to inspire. Yet, in Türkiye, challenges like limited access to early childhood education, overcrowded classrooms, and inadequate school resources create daily barriers for students and educators alike. At Turkish Philanthropy Funds, we believe in transforming these challenges into opportunities. In 2024 alone,…
[New York, December 12, 2024] – Turkish Philanthropy Funds is thrilled to announce that our Executive Director, Şenay Ataselim Yılmaz has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Beacon Award for her contributions to the philanthropic sector and her role in empowering communities through impactful giving. This esteemed recognition, presented by the Ellis…
At Turkish Philanthropy Funds, we believe in long-term, sustainable change – especially when it comes to gender equality. The challenges are immense. Turkey ranks 124th out of 136 in the world for gender inequality. Female employment remains under 36%, and still 15% of girls are married before they turn 18. While more girls are attending school, only…