Emergency response to Turkey and Syria Earthquake

Dear Friend,

When the 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey and northern Syria, it left devastation that words can hardly capture. Thousands of buildings turned to rubble. Over 9,000 lives lost. More than 60,000 injured. And countless families suddenly left with nothing—no shelter, no food, no warmth.

Thanks to your generosity, we were able to respond. Your donations helped provide food, clean water, medical assistance, winter clothing, and warm blankets to families facing freezing temperatures with nothing but the clothes on their backs. For so many, your support was the difference between fear and hope.

But the need hasn't ended. Families are still living in temporary shelters. Winter is harsh. The road to recovery is long, and many are still waiting for help.

We're still here. Still working. Still committed to reaching those who need it most.

Please, don't forget them. Your continued support means a warm blanket for a child tonight. A meal for a family tomorrow. Hope for a community trying to rebuild.

Donate now to help us keep going.

With gratitude,

The Smile Givers International Team

Dear Supporters,

Thank you for your continued compassion and commitment to helping families affected by the devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria. Your generosity has made it possible for us to respond quickly during the early stages of the crisis, providing emergency relief, food parcels, winter clothing, and temporary shelter materials to families who lost everything.

At this time, we want to share an honest update: due to a shortage of new donations, the project is currently paused, and we have no new distributions or activities to report. While the need remains high, our ability to move forward depends directly on the support we receive.

Even though months have passed since the earthquake, many communities are still struggling to rebuild their lives. Thousands continue to live in unstable housing, and families face ongoing challenges accessing basic necessities. The recovery process is far from over — and your support is just as critical now as it was on day one.

With renewed contributions, we aim to:

• Restart distributions of food baskets, hygiene kits, and shelter materials

• Provide assistance to families still living in damaged or temporary structures

• Support long-term recovery efforts so communities can rebuild safely and sustainably

Your donation today can help us reactivate this vital project and continue standing with earthquake survivors who urgently need assistance.

Thank you for being part of this mission and for never turning away from people in their hardest moments.

The Bonyan Team