named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Member Association Coordination
Provides organizational oversight and coordination for Turkish-American associations across the U.S., including membership approval, bylaw compliance, and facilitation of inter-association cooperation.
Turkish Day Parade
Annual cultural parade held on the 3rd Saturday of May in Manhattan, New York, starting at Madison Avenue and 53rd Street and ending at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza. The event is organized under official permits and serves as a public celebration of Turkish identity and heritage.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 3 activities
- Advocating for Turkish community rights and cultural infrastructureEngages in advocacy to strengthen the Turkish American community, protect legal rights, and support the establishment of a centralized Turkish Culture Center to host associations and cultural activities.
- Promoting Turkish cultural events and traditionsSupports and publicizes cultural events such as conferences, national and religious holidays, and social gatherings organized by member associations to preserve and disseminate Turkish customs within the U.S.
- Teaching Turkish language, religion, and cultureProvides educational programming focused on teaching Turkish language, religion, and cultural traditions to members of the Turkish community in the United States.
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Organizational Governance & Leadership Development 1 activity
- Establishing internal governance structuresDevelops organizational governance mechanisms, including the creation of a Disciplinary Board to oversee compliance and internal oversight matters.
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Annual Cultural Parade Organization 1 activity
- Organizing Turkish Day Parade and Cultural FestivalPlans, coordinates, and hosts the annual Turkish Day Parade in Manhattan, New York, held on the third Saturday of May, with a fixed route from Madison Avenue and 53rd Street to Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, followed by cultural gatherings. The event is part of the broader Turkish American Cultural Festival, now in its 43rd year as of 2026.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Providing umbrella coordination for Turkish associationsOffers a centralized organizational structure that enables Turkish associations across the United States to collaborate, coordinate activities, and operate collectively under a unified federation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$306K
Contributions & grants$306K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$296K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$26K
Cash$26K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$26K
Liquid reserves1.0 mo
4 years on record · 2021–2024 · YoY revenue +255.8%
relationships · 26
Who they work with
- AHISKA TURKISH COMMUNITY A NJ NONPROFIT CORPORATION Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- AHISKA TURKISH COMMUNITY OF PHILADELPHIA Association Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- AHISKA TURKISH COMMUNITY OF PITTSBURGH Association Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- AHISKA TURKISH COMMUNITY OF ROCKFORD Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- AHISKA TURKISH COMMUNITY SCRANTON Association Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- ATA Tampa Florida Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Ahıskalılar Derneği Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Azerbaijan U.S. Cultural Center Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- ITU - Istanbul Technical University Alumni Assoc. Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Istanbul Sports Cultural & Education Center, NJ Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Karsiyaka Amerika Association Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Mardinliler Derneği Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Middle East Technical University Alumni Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- New York Giresunlular Derneği NY Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Paterson Belediye Başkanlığı Partner — Co-organized a public event to watch the Turkey–USA soccer match, led by Paterson Mayor Andre Sayegh and his spouse Farhanna Balgahoom Sayegh
- Philadelphia Turk Festival Derneği Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- TDP Official Permits Committee Partner — Responsible for obtaining all official permits and managing logistics for the Turkish Day Parade on behalf of the Federation.
- Turk Amerikan Giresunlular Derneği Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Turk Islam Derneği Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Turkish American Chamber of Restaurateurs Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Turkish American Medical Association, Inc. Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Turkish Associations in the United States Network — Member associations across the U.S. that operate under the Federation's umbrella and participate in coordinated cultural and community activities.
- Turkish Cypriot Aid Society of New York Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Turkish Women's League of America, Inc. NY Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
- Türk Hava Yolları Partner — Invited the Federation of Turkish American Associations to participate in the 27th Mashomack International Polo Tournament, with Turkish Airlines as the main sponsor
- Çotanakspor USA Network — Active member association of the Federation of Turkish American Associations
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cultural Celebration as Unity Mechanismmethodology: cultural_celebrationBy organizing public festivals, parades, and cultural events, the Federation strengthens community unity and preserves Turkish American identity, because large-scale celebrations create shared experiences that reinforce cultural belonging and intergroup solidarity.
- Cultural Preservation Through Education and Practicemethodology: cultural_preservation_through_educationBy teaching language, religion, and cultural practices, the Federation sustains Turkish identity across generations, because structured education and ritual participation transmit heritage and reinforce communal belonging.
- Pan-Ethnic Community Networkingmethodology: pan-ethnic_community_networkingBy facilitating cooperation among diverse groups of Turkish heritage—regardless of country of origin—the Federation builds broad community cohesion, because inclusive networking across subgroups strengthens collective identity and reduces fragmentation.
- Umbrella Organization Model for Collective Identitymethodology: umbrella_organization_modelBy coordinating geographically dispersed Turkish associations, the Federation fosters a unified Turkish American identity and enables collaborative action, because shared infrastructure and collective programming strengthen community cohesion and amplify cultural advocacy.