2026

Three years after the devastating earthquakes in southeastern Türkiye, communities continue their journey from recovery toward rebuilding stronger, more resilient futures. While urgent needs have evolved, the path to normalcy remains deeply connected to restoring dignity, stability, and opportunity for those most affected. At TPF, we believe that recovery is not only about rebuilding infrastructure—it […]

By Senay Ataselim Yilmaz, PhD, Executive Director, Turkish Philanthropy Funds Three years after the earthquakes in southern Türkiye, the central question is no longer how quickly the world responded but whether it stayed long enough. Disaster recovery does not end when emergency aid winds down. In fact, global research shows that the most important phase […]

Three years ago, the earthquakes changed everything. Lives were lost. Communities were uprooted. And the road ahead felt uncertain. In those first moments, one thing became clear: recovery would not be measured in days or months but in years, relationships, and sustained commitment. Today, as we mark the third anniversary, we want to begin with […]

Happy Birthday, TPF! For 19 years, Turkish Philanthropy Funds has been bringing people and organizations together across Türkiye, the U.S., and beyond to create positive change. What began as a simple idea has grown into a vibrant, evolving philanthropic ecosystem – powered by trust, collaboration, and a shared belief in the impact of generosity. Over […]

As we close out the year, I’ve been thinking a lot about gratitude. Not the kind we save for the holidays but the kind that shows up quietly in the work we do every day. At TPF, gratitude looks like people coming together across cities, across countries, and sometimes across time zones… just because they believe in something bigger than […]