Foundation Trustees approve Turkey earthquake fund
Rotary International News -- 28 December 2011
In response to the two recent earthquakes in eastern Turkey, The Rotary Foundation has established the Rotary Turkey Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, which will support relief and recovery projects in the affected areas.
The two powerful quakes, which struck within three weeks of each other in late October and early November, have claimed more than 660 lives. Tens of thousands of people have been left homeless. Dropping temperatures and heavy snowfall have worsened conditions for those affected.
Ways to donate
You may donate online or by check payable to The Rotary Foundation, including the notation “Rotary Turkey Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund, #G10010” on the memo line, to:
The Rotary Foundation
14280 Collections Center Drive
Chicago, IL 60693 USA
You may also donate through your international office or RI fiscal agent.
Rotary districts may contribute District Designated Fund allocations. Download the form (PDF).
The deadline to contribute is 30 June 2012.
How the fund will be managed
An international committee of Rotarians close to the situation will oversee the fund. They will identify the needs of the affected communities, manage the distribution of funds, oversee project implementation, report on projects, and ensure proper stewardship.
Rotary clubs and districts may still apply for Matching Grants and global grants funded by the World Fund to support disaster relief and recovery projects in Turkey. Matching Grants do not have to meet the 50 percent minimum for international partner contributions, but all other standard requirements will apply.
Recognition
Cash contributions designated towards the Rotary Turkey Disaster Relief and Recovery Fund are not eligible for Paul Harris Fellow recognition, but are eligible for major donor recognition at the appropriate level.
Questions about contributions or recognition? Email the Contact Center or call +1-866-976-8279.
For more information, contact Tiffany Miller.