Turkish American Association of California (TAAC) was founded in December 1975 in San Francisco.

We are a California 501-c(3) public non-profit corporation. Your donations are tax-deductible.

TAAC's MISSION:

• 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.