Open Call for Earthquake-Affected Regions
The Turquoise Coast Environment Fund (TCEF) of Conservation Collective, Support Foundation for Civil Society (STDV), Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF), and Türkiye Mozaik Foundation (TMF) proudly announce the second year of their grant programme to provide environmental support for the earthquake-affected regions of Türkiye.
Building on the success of the first year, this continued collaborative effort addresses pressing environmental challenges in the earthquake-stricken regions of Hatay, Adana, and Mersin. By joining forces, the Turkish Philanthropy Funds, Türkiye Mozaik Foundation, Support Foundation for Civil Society, and the Turquoise Coast Environment Fund reaffirm their commitment to restoring coastal and marine ecosystems and promoting sustainable food systems in these vulnerable areas.
The program focuses on supporting community-based organisations that work to restore ecosystems while strengthening the health and resilience of local communities. Tackling these interconnected challenges is crucial for achieving sustainable, long-term recovery and ensuring a healthier future for both people and the planet. In its second year, 2,750,000 TRY will be granted to further these impactful initiatives.
Applications will be open from May 6 2025, until June 16.
Grant announcements will be made in September. For more information on the application guidelines and eligibility criteria, please visit https://siviltoplumdestek.org/turquoise-coast-environment-fund/
PARTNERS OF THE GRANT PROGRAM
This grant program is made possible through the partnership of the Turquoise Coast Environment Fund – Türkiye (TCEF) of Conservation Collective, the Support Foundation for Civil Society, Türkiye Mozaik Foundation (TMF), and the Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF).
The Conservation Collective (CC) is a global network of local foundations that fund effective grassroots conservation initiatives to protect the environment, restore nature, and safeguard against climate change. CC’s proven model of nimble and non-bureaucratic environmental grant giving “gets stuff done”.
About Support Foundation for Civil Society
The Support Foundation for Civil Society (Sivil Toplum için Destek Vakfı, STDV), established in 2015, aims to foster the growth of civil society and philanthropy in Türkiye by bridging the priorities of donors with the needs of civil society organisations. Working closely with individual and corporate donors, STDV plays a key role in building dedicated funds and implementing grant programs. The Foundation offers comprehensive philanthropic services, including participation in pooled funds, support for program design and implementation, and the establishment of donor-advised funds. As a leading partner, STDV brings invaluable local expertise and a broad network within Türkiye’s civil society. Between January 2016 and the end of 2024, STDV provided over TRY 152,583,859 in grants to more than 400 civil society organisations working in areas such as ageing, children’s rights, culture and the arts, education, environmental sustainability, gender equality, poverty alleviation, and youth development. This impact has been made possible through the collective support of over 3,500 individual and corporate donors committed to driving positive change in Türkiye.
About Turkish Philanthropy Funds:
The Turkish Philanthropy Funds (TPF) is the leading U.S. community foundation for high-impact social investments, dedicated to the Turkish and Turkish-American communities. Since 2007, TPF has mobilised over $81 million and invested over $40 million in grants with partners, focusing on addressing economic, social, and environmental needs in Turkey and around the world. By providing support to realise the philanthropic vision of individuals, families, and corporations, TPF donors and partners have reached thousands of families and directly funded over 350 projects.
About Turkiye Mozaik Foundation:
Established in London in 2017, Turkiye Mozaik Foundation (TMF) is a registered charity in England and Wales dedicated to empowering civil society organisations in Türkiye. Focused on areas such as children’s rights, gender equality, environment, and culture & arts, TMF aims to create positive societal change. Beyond its thematic grant programmes, TMF responds to natural disasters, supporting short, medium, and long-term recovery efforts. Since 2017, we have raised over £5 million to empower grassroots organisations and funded more than 290 civil society projects across Türkiye.