2024

As August is Make-a-Will Month, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the legacy you wish to leave behind. At TPF, we believe in the power of giving to create lasting impacts for future generations. That’s why we’re reaching out to invite you to consider including TPF or our partners in Turkiye through TPF in […]

Hey everyone! My name is Ryan Sinan, and I’m a Turkish American teenager who grew up in New York. This summer, I had a unique opportunity to visit Hatay, the city that was worst-affected by the devastating earthquakes in Türkiye last year. The trip was organized by the Turkish Philanthropy Funds, and it was an […]

Meet Emir and Demir, two brothers born with cerebral palsy. Their lives, shaped by the challenges of their condition, are a blend of struggle and hope. They faced an even greater challenge when a devastating earthquake struck their village. Yet, they found solstice through Türkiye Spastik Çocuklar Vakfı (TSCV)’s invaluable efforts to care for and support […]

Meet Meryem, a bright and determined young girl from Kucuknefes village in Yozgat. On a regular day, she helps her parents, taking care of their farm animals, and helping her mom with the housework.  But Meryem is not like other children in her village. What sets her apart is her passion for reading and her determination. While […]

Empowered by a scholarship fund established to honor the remarkable economist, Sena Eken Schieber, these young women will come together at our upcoming Voices of Partners Special webinar hosted by Elmira Bayrasli. They will share with you their educational journey, what inspired them to pursue a career in economics and how did the Sena Eken […]

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 […]