In Türkiye, many women still face challenges in accessing reproductive health services. Preventive care remains limited. HPV vaccination rates are below 10%, and more than half of women have never had a mammogram or cervical smear. Factors such as stigma, early marriage, and the lack of postpartum mental health support continue to affect access to…
DetailsIn southeastern Turkiye, teachers stepped into classrooms filled with children carrying trauma from the 2023 twin earthquakes. For these teachers, it wasn’t just about lessons. It was about building trust, offering stability, and helping children feel safe again. Many faced exhaustion, limited resources, and homesickness—but they kept going. That’s where KODA’s Post-Disaster Rural Education Support…
DetailsTPF 2025 Year-End Giving Guide As we approach the end of 2025, Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is here to help you make the most of your charitable giving. Whether you’re supporting causes you love or setting up long-term philanthropic plans, early preparation ensures you meet key tax deadlines and maximize your impact while aligning with…
DetailsWhat 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…
DetailsTeachers 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…
Details#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…
DetailsAbout 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…
Details[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…
DetailsSurprisingly, 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…
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