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Türkiye's foundations week celebrates cultural heritage and philanthropy
Ankara, Türkiye — On May 8, 2025, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan inaugurated the "Foundations Week Grand Opening Ceremony" at the Presidential Complex, emphasizing the nation's rich heritage of philanthropic foundations. This annual event, hosted at the Beştepe Congress and Culture Center, focuses on the theme of "Foundation and Family," underscoring the vital role of charity in Turkish society.
The gathering brought together notable figures from the foundation sector and philanthropists dedicated to preserving Türkiye's cultural legacy. In his address, Erdoğan reiterated the significance of the country’s foundation tradition. "We truly have a brilliant foundation tradition," he affirmed, proudly positioning Türkiye as a leader in this domain.
Erdoğan commended the Directorate General of Foundations for its century-long commitment to safeguarding and enhancing Türkiye’s foundation heritage, celebrating its 101st anniversary. He expressed gratitude for the staff's dedication, highlighting their crucial role in maintaining the nation's historical and cultural identity.
The president announced the completion of 101 restoration projects over the past year, both domestically and internationally. Key landmarks included the Gök Madrassa in Tokat, the Kurtuluş Mosque in Gaziantep, the Selimiye Mosque in Nicosia, and the Ishkodra Mosque in Albania. Erdoğan extended his appreciation to all contributors involved in these restoration efforts, from institutions to laborers.
"May these works be auspicious for our country, our nation, and our friends in the geographical region," he stated, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural treasures for future generations.
Reflecting on the broader implications of these foundations, Erdoğan linked them to Türkiye's identity and cultural richness. He described the intricate tapestry of the nation’s civilization, woven from its identity, culture, and values over centuries. "Our mosques, madrassas, imarets, hospitals, inns, caravanserais, and water aqueducts are unique historical notes left by our ancestors," he noted, acknowledging Türkiye’s contributions to global culture and architecture.
In concluding his remarks, Erdoğan reiterated the enduring significance of Türkiye as a "foundation civilization," highlighting the country's longstanding tradition of charity and philanthropy. He underscored the Directorate General of Foundations' commitment to preserving cultural assets, noting that in the last two years alone, 166 cultural properties, including prominent sites like the Bitlis Hazo Han and the Süleymaniye Complex Darüşşifa, have been restored.
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