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MATA Calls for Donations for Earthquake Victims in Türkiye
Updated: May 19
As the Maryland American Turkish Association (MATA), we are deeply saddened by the earthquake disaster that hit various cities in Türkiye. We convey our deepest condolences to all the victims and their families, and hope that those who were injured recover as soon as possible.
We are asking all MATA members, Turkish Americans and friends of Türkiye to contribute to the recovery and rebuilding efforts by sending donations through the links below:
Turkish Embassy in Washington, D.C.
http://washington.emb.mfa.gov.tr/Mission/ShowAnnouncement/400327
In kind or money donation options are available through the Turkish Embassy
Volunteers who are willing to send in-kind assistance to people in need in Türkiye affected by the earthquakes are kindly asked to send the following items to Turkish Embassy and Turkish Consulates across the U.S. by mail or through in-person drop off by Sunday, 2/12:
Blankets
Tents
Sleeping bags
Pocket warmers
Winter clothing (jackets, gloves, headgear)
Over-the-counter medications for flu, cold, and pain killers
Canned food, baby food/formula, diapers, female hygiene products
Please place your items in clear bags and provide itemized list of the contents in the bag.
The in-kind donations will be sent to Türkiye through Turkish Airlines in a speedy and prioritized manner.
AKUT - Search and Rescue Association
https://www.akut.org.tr/bagis-yap
AFAD - Disaster and Emergency Management Presidency
https://www.afad.gov.tr/depremkampanyasi2
AHBAP - Anatolia People and Peace Platform
Empowering Turkish American Community
https://givebutter.com/turkey-earthquake-relief-fund
Turkish Philanthropy Funds
https://donate.tpfund.org/campaign/tpf-turkiye-earthquake/c465112
Bridge to Türkiye Earthquake Relief Fund
https://www.facebook.com/donate/884405576135289/3336532623278809/