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February 14th, 2023

How Can San Diegans Help Turkey and Syria's Quake Victims?

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Turkey and Syria resulting in around 21,600 deaths and around 12,000 collapsed buildings so far, and an aftershock was recorded of nearly the same size.

February 14th, 2023

'Besides praying, there's nothing I can do': Suburban man lost more than 100 relatives in Turkey

Wiping away tears, Mehmet Deniz of Hoffman Estates tried to put in to words the impossible helplessness he feels after losing over 100 family members in earthquake-affected areas of Turkey and Syria.

February 9th, 2023

Nonprofit explains how to help earthquake relief efforts in Turkey, Syria

First responders, rescue and recovery teams are still sifting through the rubble in Turkey and Syria. Contribute to the emergency fundraising campaign here

February 9th, 2023

Chicago-Area Nonprofit Mobilizes Response to Earthquakes in Turkey

Emergency relief efforts are underway in Turkey and Syria following a deadly earthquake that has killed more than 4,000 people.

February 9th, 2023

Chicago orgs lead efforts to help Syria, Turkey after devastating earthquake

More than 6,300 people are dead in Turkey and Syria after a massive earthquake and aftershocks rocked the countries.

February 9th, 2023

Chicagoans to provide winter items, money and support to Turkey and Syria following 7.8 magnitude earthquake

Halil Demir, executive director of Zakat Foundation of America, a worldwide organization dedicated to addressing the immediate needs of the world’s poorest people, was born in a remote village in southeastern Turkey.

February 9th, 2023

How to donate to Turkey and Syria earthquake disaster response

Watchdogs recommend researching before you give money, with several compiling lists of the most effective charities.

February 9th, 2023

How to donate to the earthquake disaster in Turkey and Syria | earthquake news

Devastating earthquakes have killed thousands in southern Turkey and northern Syria, and dozens of countries have deployed search and rescue teams as humanitarian groups scramble to respond to the complex situation.

February 9th, 2023

Local Man Returns to Turkey Amid Earthquake Destruction

Scenes of grief, destruction and heartbreaking loss are emerging from Turkey and Syria after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the countries in the early morning hours.

February 9th, 2023

Muhammad Ali’s Daughter Urges Everyone to Donate for People Affected by Earthquake in Turkey & Syria

Muhammad Ali’s daughter, Maryum Ali urges everyone to donate for people affected by earthquake in Turkey and Syria

February 9th, 2023

This time, the disaster relief effort is personal for global aid executive in Chicago

The COO of the Zakat Foundation of America sprang into action as her family in southeastern Turkey deals with the earthquake devastation.

February 9th, 2023

Turks and Syrians in US watch in horror after earthquake hits homelands

Members of America's large Turkish and Syrian communities are trying desperately to learn news of loved ones who may have been affected by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake, which has killed more than 5,000 people.
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