TPF COVID-19 COMMUNITY RELIEF FUND As the global novel coronavirus outbreak continues to rapidly evolve and expand, it tests our collective strength. Millions are on lockdown and businesses are closing. Our communities both in the US and in Turkey are wondering what the long-term impact of the illness will be on their communities and their livelihoods.…
DetailsWe continue to carefully monitor all updates and recommendations from government and public health officials concerning COVID-19. We are working to better understand the implications of this moment for our community, mission, and the organizations we support. In a way to help our community, we have put together a list of resources that can be…
DetailsThe coronavirus stimulus package has been signed into law on March 27th, 2020. We want to use this opportunity to update our donors on provisions that are relevant to charitable deductions. The Bill creates a temporary universal charitable deduction up to $300 for cash gifts for the 2020 tax year. This means that you would not have to itemize to…
DetailsThese are difficult and challenging times for all of us, and your health, safety, and well-being are what matter most. We hope that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe. We are thinking about you and remain so very grateful that you are part of our Turkish Philanthropy Funds community. We have been…
Details“Both Ziya and I grew up in families with a deep sense of civic duty and responsibility to our communities. So giving was not something that was foreign to either of us,” says Nakiye Boyacıgiller, one of TPF’s Founders Society Members and a Board Member. Nakiye and her late husband Ziya shared the same values.…
DetailsWe want to extend our most sincere gratitude to you one more time for your quick response to the devastating earthquake that struck Elazig and neighboring towns that left tens of people dead and thousands homeless. In just a short time, TPF has raised over $85,000 to help with the city’s relief and rebuilding efforts. We…
DetailsWe have been closely monitoring the news of coronavirus (COVID-19) as we follow a fast-changing and uncertain situation. Our hearts go out to the families that have been impacted and to those who have been on the front lines of this crisis. The safety of our Gala attendees is our top priority. Based on current…
DetailsI cannot attend the Gala on the new date but would like TPF to keep my contribution. Will it be fully tax deductible?Yes, if you are not attending, we consider your purchase as a donation, which is 100% tax deductible. Will I be refunded for my ticket/table purchase if I cannot attend Gala on the…
DetailsBUILDING A COMMUNITY AROUND PHILANTHROPY “TPF is an efficient and effective partner to ensure that funds are channeled to wherever one likes to devote resources as a philanthropist. That’s why I got involved with TPF and greatly enjoy my time there.” Nur Hamzaoğulları Nur Hamzaoğulları’s family immigrated to Turkey from Bosnia in the early 1900s.…
DetailsTurkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is proud to announce that Ihtiyac Haritasi and Maya Vakfi are selected as the first two recipients of Elazig Earthquake Relief Fund! With the Relief Fund, TPF sees its role as filling the gaps between emergency relief and long-term development programs that can revive Elazig both socially and economically, and…
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