The city of Van, Turkey and surrounding cities was hit by a 7.2 earthquake on October 23, 2011. Presently, the death toll is 605, including 63 teachers, with over 5,000 injuries. These numbers are expected to increase. Numerous buildings have collapsed or have been seriously damaged including surrounding schools and dormitories.
| | Although the initial quake only lasted a matter of seconds, aftershocks continue to rock Van and its surrounding areas. The latest of the aftershocks included a 5.6 magnitude which killed 40 more people on November 9th and another 5.2 aftershock on November 14th. Also, last week a child died from hypothermia, which was caused by the nearing winter season in the eastern part of Turkey. Therefore, it is vital that supplies and support continue to flow to the region to help the victims of the Van Earthquake.
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In order to show our support, we, as the ATFC, have established the VAN EARTHQUAKE RELIEF FUND to raise money and rebuild/repair a school and/or dormitory in the Van region of Turkey. Please join us with prayers and condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones and support our efforts to bring at least some relief to those who have suffered a great tragedy. To contribute to the Van Earthquake Relief Fund, please send your tax-deductible checks to the below address or donate via paypal at the www.theatfc.org ATFC 1266 West Paces Ferry Road, Unit 257 Atlanta Georgia 30327 Please make your tax-deductible checks payable to the American Turkish Friendship Council and indicate "Van Earthquake Relief Fund" on the memo line. For additional information, please contact us at
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For Wire Transfers Van Earthquake Relief Fund Account name: American Turkish Friendship Council Bank: Wells Fargo Bank Routing number: 121000248 Account number: 2681482937 |