New York, July 1, 2024 – Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mustafa Kemal Abadan as its new Chairman, along with the addition of Gamze Ateş, Ergün Kırlıkovalı, and Tamer Seçkin to the Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2024. New board members bring a wealth of experience and diverse…
New York, NY – [June 25, 2024] – Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is proud to announce the establishment of The Üçok Family Scholarship Fund, created by Hikmet and Marilyn Üçok, and to introduce its first recipient for 2024, Evla Sim Saka. This scholarship fund aims to provide young Turkish women with opportunities to continue their…
For over 160 years, Darüşşafaka has been a home of compassion for many children in Türkiye, providing full scholarships, boarding, and qualified education with full tuition for 8 years to 1,000 financially disadvantaged, talented children whose fathers or mothers are no longer alive. These children are given a chance to dream, learn, and succeed, paving…
Every April 23rd, Children’s Day in Türkiye, we celebrate the potential and aspirations of our youngest dreamers. Today, as we gather at the #TPFSummit, we bring these dreams into the spotlight, reminding us why we strive for a better tomorrow. Children inspire our mission and challenge us to think bigger and do better, not just…
#TPFSummit Journal
Turkish Philanthropy Funds Hosts 2024 Innovation and Social Impact Summit Chobani, Google, Amazon, Microsoft executives join social impact experts and investors. Discussions on AI for social good; innovation in disaster resilience; corporations and social impact (New York, April 2nd, 2024) – Turkish Philanthropy Funds, the leading U.S. community foundation for high-impact social investments dedicated to Turkish…
Antakya Medeniyetler Korosu, or the Antakya Civilizations Choir, has long stood as a symbol of Antakya‘s legacy of inclusivity. Through music, they have celebrated the rich mosaic of cultures, languages, and religions that define their city. Their performances bring together people of all backgrounds in song and spirit. The devastating earthquakes on February 6th hit…
In the heart of devastation, a unique movement unfolds with the opening of a box—a science kit that’s more than meets the eye. The YGA Earthquake Region Science Movement is not just responding to a crisis; it’s transforming it into an opportunity for growth, learning, and hope. These kits are keys to a new world,…
Natural disasters impact everyone, but they hit those with special needs particularly hard, disrupting their routines and making it challenging to regulate their emotions and behaviors. In these moments, they need more than just help; they need understanding and support to find their way through the chaos. That’s where Down Turkiye steps in, extending a…