TOG ile Hatay için Kalp Kalbe Verdik

tev_logo 2-5 Mayıs 2024 tarihlerinde, Toplum Gönüllüleri Vakfı ile iş birliği yaparak depremden derinden etkilenen Hatay'da Türkiye'nin dört bir yanından gelen 100 toplum gönüllüsü genci bir araya getirdik. İskenderun’daki konteyner kent içerisinde yaşayanlar için depremin yarattığı sosyal ve psikolojik etkileri azaltmak amacıyla dört gün boyunca birçok alanda çalışmalar gerçekleştirdik. Kadınlar ve çocuklara yönelik atölye çalışmaları düzenleyerek, onlar için bağlantı ve destek ortamı oluşturduk. Konteyner kentteki ilkokul ve ortaokulun duvarlarını boyayarak, öğrenim ortamlarını yeniledik. Çocuklarla oyunlar oynayarak, günlük hayatlarına neşe katmak için çabaladık.

Türk Eğitim Vakfı ile Deprem Bölgesinde Eğitim Yarıda Kalmasın Dedik

Kasım 2024’te başlattığımız “Yıldızların İyiliğe Dönüşüyor” projemiz kapsamında depremden etkilenen gençlerin eğitimlerini sürdürebilmeleri için Türk Eğitim Vakfı’nın “Yarıda Kalmasın-2023 Burs Fonu”na katkı sağladık. Misafirlerimizin bağışladığı yıldız miktarına eş değer miktarda bağış yaparak gençlerin eğitiminin yarıda kalmaması için destek verdik.

Çocukların yanındayız

acev-logo The Starbucks Foundation’ın katkılarıyla her çocuğa eşit fırsat sunma ilkesini benimseyen AÇEV’in Kasım 2022’den beri desteklediğimiz “Okuyan Bir Gelecek” projesini vakfın da yönlendirmeleriyle deprem bölgesinde devam ettirdik.

Projeye sağladığımız destekle iki yılda; depremden etkilenen ve çevre illerde kitap seti gönderimleri, gönüllü eğitmenler tarafından düzenlenen okuma grupları ve aile seminerleriyle 7600 çocuk ve ebeveyne ulaştık.

Kâğıt poşetlerimizden elde ettiğimiz gelir ile de Tohum Otizm Vakfı’nın “Otizmli Çocuklara Eğitim ve Teknoloji Desteği Projesi”ne destek olarak otizmli çocuklarımıza ve ailelerine umut olmayı ve yaşadıkları zorlukları hafifletmeyi amaçladık. Deprem sonrası göç alan illeri önceliklendirerek Adana, Mersin, Antalya ve İstanbul’da Millî Eğitim Bakanlığı’na bağlı okullarda otizmli çocuklar için 5 adet kalıcı özel sınıf donanımının oluşturulmasına, eğitim ve teknoloji kitlerinin dağıtımına katkıda bulunduk.

Together with our partner brand Alshaya Group and the other brands under its umbrella, we swiftly mobilized and dispatched aid trucks of crucial supplies such as water, food, clothing, hygiene products and healthcare essentials to the affected regions. We also served coffee and tea to more than 250,000 volunteers in 143 different locations in over 33 cities.

We came together with our valuable business partner Arçelik and, with their support, served a total of 28.000 cups of Turkish tea in Umut Kents located in Hatay, Kahramanmaraş, Malatya and Adıyaman, established by Koç Holding together with the Group companies. Our work with Arçelik in the earthquake zone continues this year.

İş birliğimiz kapsamında sunduğumuz çay ve kahve ikramlarının yanı sıra, kahve tadımı etkinliklerimizde Malatya'daki konteyner kent sakinleriyle buluştuk, bölgedeki çocukları mağazamızda ağırlayarak onları Starbucks lezzetleriyle tanıştırdık.

We conducted damage assessments in more than 50 stores in the region. Out of the assessed stores, 27 were deemed safe for operations, enabling us to swiftly resume service and extend our support to both earthquake victims and relief organizations. Despite the challenges, we found solace in the fact that none of our stores were destroyed, allowing us to play a significant role in the relief efforts. We served coffee and distributed food to the region at these stores. We reopened the majority of our stores in the affected provinces, reaffirming our commitment to supporting the local communities in their journey toward recovery. We remained determined to continue our investments in the region. In 2023, we opened five new stores, welcoming new guests and partners into the Starbucks family. As we look to the future, we are committed to continuing our mission of creating employment and supporting the local economy and community through our expanding presence in the region.

Healing Together is Our Greatest Strength

As we reflect on the passing of the first year since the February 6 earthquakes, our hearts still ache in the aftermath of the devastation that shook our nation toits core. Together, we mourn our losses and extend our deepest sympathies tothe families and loved ones affected by this tragic event. In times like these, we are reminded of the preciousness of every moment we share. We believe that unity is our greatest source of healing as the solidarity of our community continues to guide our actions and efforts.

“On the morning of February 6, we faced a very tough day for ourselves and our nation.

Amidst the chaos, the relief of knowing our families and partners were safe was our sole source of solace. From the very first day, we remained in constant communication with our regional and operations managers, ensuring that no partnerfelt alone in this devastating times. Being a part of Alshaya and the Starbucks family has instilled a sense of confidence in all of us, especially me.”

Utku Can Solmaz

“In the February 6 earthquake, I found myself trapped under rubble in Malatya, enduring the unimaginable loss of my 9-month-old daughter. I had to receive treatment and was not able to work for a long time due to the devastating trauma I experienced.

We relocated form Malatya to Mersin and started to build a new life. Despite the hardships and the lengthy recovery process, the unwavering support I received allowed me to keep going. Sometimes, all we need is a shoulder to lean on. I am immensely grateful for the support that helped me navigate through the challenges.”

Serpil Karagöz Topal

“As a member of the Starbucks family for six years, I experienced the devastating events of the earthquake in Antakya, Hatay.

My family and I went through a trying ordeal, but the financial and moral support extended by the Alshaya Group and Starbucks proved invaluable during this difficult time. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to my managers for their unwavering assistance.”

Mevlüt Yardımcı

“The evening of February 5 seemed like any other Sunday as I was ready for the first day and first shift of the week, until the earthquake of February 6 that would leave 11 provinces suffering unprecedented devastation. February 6, 2023, Time: 4.17... I was stunned.

I couldn’t Int er na l Us e even move. Assuming that this earthquake, which affected a vast region provinces, occurred only in Malatya, we tried to reach our relatives and partners in our city. Since the earthquake also struck our store on Fahri Kayahan Street in Malatya, leaving it damaged and unusable, we felt helpless, wondering how we would hold on to life again. However, amidst the chaos, the swift and rational support from our company and managers provided a sense of relief, reminding us that we were not alone in this journey.”

Mehmet Fatih Akyüz

Global Aid: Powerful Hands Reaching Out to Humanity

We reached out to local and global aid organizations for food aid as well as other essential support that could be provided.

The donations by the Starbucks Foundation, Starbucks Corporation and Alshaya Group, totaling 19 million TL, contributed to our work on the ground, bringing aid to those in need. This funding was allocated to support various humanitarian organizations, including:

Global Red Cross Red Crescent: Offering humanitarian aid such as food, water, hygiene supplies, emergency shelter and medical care to affected communities.

World Central Kitchen: Supporting emergency food distribution efforts, ensuring access to meals for earthquake-affected communities and response teams, with approximately 20 million meals served

The International Rescue Committee: Increased response efforts to include the provision of hygiene items, health services, safe spaces to support earthquake-affected communities.

Planet Water Foundation: Deploying the AquaBlock emergency water system to provide access to clean and safe drinking water in the earthquake zone. This initiative has been instrumental in supplying clean drinking water to nearly 160,000 people daily, with water filtration systems installed across 12 different regions in Hatay, Kahramanmaraş and Gaziantep.

Alshaya Group donated a further 10 million TL to AFAD and the Red Crescent as part of the ‘Türkiye One Heart’ campaign. This contribution brought the total cash donations made through Starbucks Türkiye to 29 million TL.

You can view our thank-you certificates from here.

Supports from the Starbucks Universe

We know that we can heal by supporting each other. More than $500,000 in donations for aid efforts were raised by Starbucks partners and guests in the USA, EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) and Canada. These funds were channeled to various charities and non- governmental organizations actively engaged in the relief efforts.
Starbucks Korea’s parent company, Shinsegae Group, donated US$500,000 to ChildFund Korea for relief efforts. This support enabled ChildFund Korea to carry out emergency aid activities in collaboration with local non-profit organizations, offering crucial assistance to affected people and communities
Starbucks Hong Kong Support Center (HKSC): Social Impact Network hosted a catering and merchandise sale to raise funds for the Hong Kong Red Cross to support disaster relief in Türkiye. The donations were matched by the HKSC, resulting in a total of HKD 224,930 (~US$28,654). These funds were channeled to the aid organizations and non- governmental organizations active in the region.

You can follow all our other activities that we will be heart to heart with the earthquake region on this page.