Turkish Education Foundation UK

The Turkish Education Foundation UK (TEV UK) is a nonprofit organization registered under charity number 1193047 in the United Kingdom. It operates with the mission to provide access to high-quality education for young Turkish individuals who are academically talented but face financial barriers. TEV UK primarily supports students pursuing undergraduate studies in Turkey and graduate studies at selective educational institutions in the UK.

History and Objectives

TEV UK was founded by a group of volunteers motivated by their own transformative experiences through education. Their goal is to give back to Turkey by supporting the education of talented youth who require financial assistance. By doing so, the foundation aims to improve the overall quality of education and contribute to social development in Turkey.

Activities

The charity primarily disburses grants to support, improve the quality of, and enhance access to education for its beneficiaries—academically able young Turks in need of financial support. These grants enable students to continue their education without being hindered by financial constraints.

Governance and Operations

TEV UK operates with a board of trustees and relies heavily on volunteers. As of the latest available data, the charity has four trustees and twelve volunteers. No trustees receive remuneration or benefits from the charity.

Financial Information

For the financial year ending 31 December 2023, TEV UK reported a total income of £280,421 and total expenditure of £167,031. The organization does not have any trading subsidiaries and fundraising details are not publicly disclosed.

Impact

By enabling students to access quality education, TEV UK hopes to foster a generation capable of contributing to Turkey's societal and economic development. The foundation's work aligns with broader goals of nurturing talent and reducing educational inequality among Turkish youth.

TEV UK is affiliated with the broader mission of the Turkish Education Foundation, a larger established NGO founded in 1967, known for its long-standing commitment to education in Turkey. While TEV UK focuses on the UK-based support and scholarships, the parent foundation has a wide array of initiatives, including supporting vocational education, teacher training programs, and disaster relief efforts related to education[1][3][4][5].

[1] https://tev.org.uk [2] https://www.chevening.org/partners/turkish-education-foundation-tev/ [3] https://tev.org.uk/about-us/ [4] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5161742 [5] https://encyclopedia.vkv.org.tr/Categories/Institutions/Supported-Institutions/Turkish-Education-Foundation