irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $3K
- #2 $114K
named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Atatürk Elementary School
Weekly Turkish language school for children held on Saturdays, focusing on Turkish language instruction and cultural education
Banquet Hall Rental
Halal-compliant event space available for rent, accommodating up to 350 people for parties and gatherings
Friday Prayers (Juma)
Weekly Islamic Juma prayers with Vaaz and Khutbah, open to brothers and sisters in the community
Imam Nikah
Islamic marriage ceremony service including the signing of the marriage contract and khutbah
Islamic Funeral Services
Religious burial services for Muslims in accordance with Islamic teachings and New York State regulations
Turkish Festival
Annual public event featuring Turkish food, music, and cultural activities to engage the broader Rochester community
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Iftar and Eid Celebrations 1 activity
- Host Turkish national and religious holiday gatheringsOrganize community events for Turkish National and Religious Holidays, including Ramadan iftar dinners and other holiday observances.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Host annual Turkish Food Festival for the Rochester communityOrganize an annual public festival featuring traditional Turkish food and music, engaging the broader Rochester community.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Operate banquet hall with halal catering servicesMaintain and operate a banquet hall that accommodates up to 350 people and provides halal catering services in Rochester.
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Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
- Organize volunteer-supported community activitiesCoordinate volunteer efforts for educational seminars, career assistance, language translation, religious services, and building maintenance.
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Religious Marriage Matchmaking Services 1 activity
- Perform Islamic marriage (Nikkah) ceremoniesConduct Imam Nikah marriage ceremonies that include the signing of the marriage contract, delivery of a marriage sermon, and verbal agreement between bride and groom.
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Islamic Worship Space Operations 1 activity
- Provide Turkish and Islamic religious servicesConduct weekly Friday Juma prayers, Eid-al-Fitr and Eid-al-Adha holiday prayers, and Islamic funeral services in accordance with Islamic teachings and New York State regulations. Friday prayers include Vaaz at 1:00 PM and Khutbah at 1:45 PM.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Deliver Turkish language and cultural educationOffer a Turkish language school with Saturday classes for three hours, open to non-members, and provide educational programs in Turkish language, history, and culture. Also organize seminars and workshops on cross-cultural developments, computer skills, and driver education.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$486K
Contributions & grants$171K35%
Program service revenue$294K60%
Investment income$9K2%
Other revenue$12K
expenses
Total expenses$466K
Program expenses36%
Admin / overhead64%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$1.14M
Cash$485K
Investments$0
Liabilities$573K
Net assets$568K
Liquid reserves12.5 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -25.5%
relationships · 13
Who they work with
- City Newspaper Partner — Media sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- City of Rochester Government — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Flower City Arts Center Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Friends of Turkey Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Gülüzar Sapmaz Bilgen Partner — Teacher at the Turkish language school operated by the organization.
- Highland Park Neighborhood Association Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Monroe County Government — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Rochester Contemporary Art Center Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Rochester Public Library Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Turkish Consulate in New York Government — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- Visit Rochester Partner — Sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
- WXXI Partner — Media sponsor of the Turkish Food Festival
strategies · 3
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.
- Volunteer-Driven Community Capacity Building 174 orgsmethodology: volunteer-driven_service_deliveryBy relying on volunteer engagement to deliver community services and operational support, the organization strengthens communal ownership and sustainability, because volunteer participation fosters deeper commitment and expands service capacity without reliance on external labor.shared approach: Community-Centered Engagement →
- Cultural and Religious Integration Modelmethodology: cultural_and_practical_integrationBy combining religious services with cultural and practical education programs, the organization promotes integration and skill development within the Turkish community, because shared cultural and spiritual practices create a trusted environment for learning and adaptation in a new society.
- Open Access Language Educationmethodology: open_access_educationBy offering Turkish language education without requiring membership, the organization increases accessibility and community engagement, because removing institutional barriers encourages broader participation, especially among diaspora families seeking cultural continuity for their children.