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…
Voices of Partners Special – Sena Eken Schieber Economics Awardees
We’re excited to introduce you to three aspiring young women next week, the 2024-2025 Sena Eken Schieber Economics Awardees; Ayşe Nur Battal, Dilsu Tanal and Kardelen Çiçek. 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…
Turkish Philanthropy Funds Welcomes Mustafa Kemal Abadan as New Chairman and Announces New Board Member
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…
Announcing the Establishment of The Üçok Family Scholarship Fund and its First Recipient
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…
Darüşşafaka, a home of compassion for many children in Türkiye.
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…
Celebrating children not just today, but every day!
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…
TPF Innovation & Social Impact Summit 2024
#TPFSummit Journal
Press Release: Turkish Philanthropy Funds Hosts 2024 Innovation and Social Impact Summit
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 Civilizations Choir – The symbol of Endurance and Hope
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…