What is TAAC?

TAAC was founded in 1975 in San Francisco and is a non-profit public benefit corporation and is not organized for the private gain of any person. It is organized under the Non-Profit Public Benefit Corporation Law for public and charitable purposes, within the meaning of Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, or the corresponding provision of any future United States Internal Revenue law.

TAAC has as its primary objective, the presentation of a more balanced view of Turkish culture and Turkish people. We believe that increased awareness of Türkiye and her rich culture will develop and enhance understanding between Turks, and Americans and the other nations.

TAAC's specific purposes include:

• Increasing, improving and promoting public knowledge and understanding of Turkish culture, history and people;
• Fostering friendship and communication among the American and Turkish cultures;
• Facilitating exchange of the arts, culture and cuisine of the United States and Turkey;
• Maintaining and promoting Turkish traditions;
• Providing humanitarian assistance to Turks living in the United States and abroad.

In order to achieve our objectives, TAAC endeavors to:

• Provide and/or participate in cultural and educational activities and seminars,
• Participate in major festivals and exhibitions,
• Promote networking with other organizations and businesses at a local and international level,
• Promote and publicize Turkish heritage, culture and the people of Türkiye through brochures, book donations to libraries, schools and provide guest speakers to established social clubs and organizations,
• Provide information to those who intend to visit or live in Türkiye.

Board of Directors

President                                                               Erdogan Lenger
Executive Vice President                                     Esin Demirlioglu
Secretary                                                                Tulin Akin
Chief Finance Officer                                           Firuz Ozluk

Director of Arts and Culture                                Cigdem Askin
Director of Communications                              Oral Guneri
Director of Membership                                       Berk S. Evrensel
Director of Public Outreach & Fundraising      Ikbal Gezmen
Director of Social Affairs                                      Dilek Zafar

Financial Reports

Contributions to TAAC are tax deductible, as provided by law and TAAC's federal tax returns, known as "Form 990," are available and open for public review as required by law for 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, & 2002 tax years.

Employment Opportunities with TAAC 

TAAC's success is based on volunteer support in all areas of the organization. We invite you to join TAAC and appreciate any assistance you are able to offer.

While TAAC does not have any paid positions, we encourage you to visit Turkish-North American Business Alliance to post employment opportunities in your workplace or search for career options in the United States & Canada.