In Samandağ, Hatay, the echoes of a devastating earthquake linger. Each person carries the weight of loss. Homes, loved ones, jobs, cherished possessions – the earthquake claimed them all. Yet amidst the rubble, a community rises, bound by strength and hope. Each movie night, each burst of laughter becomes a path to healing and resilience. This transformation? It’s powered by your generosity and our partner, Sinemasal. Together, we’re reigniting…
It is with immense pride and excitement that we invite you to join us in celebrating the centennial of the Turkish Republic. This monumental occasion not only marks a century of our nation’s achievements but also sets the stage for the aspirations of the #Next100Years with a distinctive focus on the transformative power of women in leadership.
Six months have passed since the devastating earthquakes shook Southeast Türkiye. As we pause to reflect on the journey, we want to acknowledge the vast strides we have made together in healing, rebuilding, and planning for a resilient future. The initial phase of our response, fueled by the generous support we received from our community…
New York, NY (May 18, 2023) – Turkish Philanthropy Funds is proud to announce the 2023 Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award recipients Ayşe Nur Battal, Elif Şen, Kardelen Çiçek, and Sıla Öztürk. The Sena Eken Schieber Economics Award was established in 2015 by George Schieber in honor of his late wife, Sena Eken Schieber, a…
As we approach Mother’s Day, a time to celebrate the women who have nurtured and shaped us, we invite you to make a gift that will touch lives and create a lasting impact. This Mother’s Day holds a different meaning for thousands of families in Turkiye. In the wake of the earthquakes, amidst displacement and…
Three months ago, our community faced an unimaginable challenge when two devastating earthquakes shook the core of our homes, lives, and spirits. In the midst of the turmoil, we uncovered the true resilience of our community. Though the scars of the earthquake are still visible, the spirit of hope and unity shines even brighter as our…
TPF is committing $1 million this Children's Day We would like to express our sincere gratitude once again for the remarkable generosity you’ve shown towards the Turkish Philanthropy Fund’s Turkiye Earthquake Relief Fund, in response to the devastating earthquakes that hit Türkiye. Thanks to your support, our on-ground partners were able to provide critical emergency…
In February 2023, two massive earthquakes in Southern Türkiye caused thousands of people to perish and left many more homeless, injured, and traumatized. As the earthquake relief efforts shift to the longer-lasting rebuild phase, medical doctors both in the US and Türkiye have worked together to establish Turkiye’s first rehabilitation center, Child Wellness Center, to…
Today marks two months since earthquakes devastated 11 cities in Turkiye, displacing millions and taking the lives of over 50,000 people. Our communities are still mourning these losses. Through destruction and chaos, hope emerged, thanks to the generosity of our community, donors, and the hard work of our partners on the ground. Together we have made…
Turkish-American entrepreneurs pledge $4 million to relief efforts in Turkey Providing Support to Turkey and Syria Turkish students fundraise for earthquake victims Students organize fundraiser in response to earthquake in Turkey and Syria Turkish student organization encourages earthquake relief efforts Local entrepreneurs make generous donation to Turkey-Syria earthquake relief efforts Earthquake-Hit Gaziantep, Turkey Is Crucial…