Our Story Began...
In the country of history and civilization, the source of culture and the meeting point between the East and the West, where creativity is embodied in its features, the idea of this endowment was born.
Turkey, the country that witnessed the greatness of empires and the transmission of knowledge and thought between countless generations, was the first incubator of that vision. This vision was based on a deep belief that people are the origin of civilization and that the rising of people can only take place through the gate of education and knowledge.
The Beginning
Thirty years ago, specifically in 1995 AD, the journey began. The endowment took sublime values as a slogan and a beacon that transcended the limits of time and place, charting a path that begins with human beings and ends with them.
The founders believed that young pioneers, through their education and upbringing, are the backbone of societies seeking progress and advancement. Therefore, from the very beginning, education was the cornerstone of the endowment. However, this education was not merely about transferring knowledge; it was an integrated approach that reflected high sublime values—linking knowledge and morals, tangible progress and spiritual advancement.
Generations of young people passed through this endowment, gaining knowledge and being raised with values.
Building a Legacy
As the days passed, these young people became an important factor in the uprising, contributing positively beyond academic or professional success. They became leaders and pioneers with values, building new societies based on justice, transparency, and benevolence. Education served as a bridge, connecting the past with its civilizations and creativity to the future filled with hope and aspirations—a bridge toward a better world that spreads light, justice, and sublime values.
But the journey did not stop there. Those young individuals, once students embraced and sponsored by the endowment, grew to carry its banner. They continue along the same path, adapting methods to keep pace with the times while preserving the foundations and pillars. Their efforts expanded the vision to include a broader horizon.
Facing Global Challenges
Today, the leaders of the endowment recognize the significant changes in human life and the challenges facing societies globally—from conflicts and wars to poverty, injustice, and the rise of extremism. They understand that the ideal solution to these problems lies in instilling and strengthening sublime values.
This commitment to values serves as a safeguard against intellectual and behavioral deviation, addressing not only Islamic societies but the entire world, which is in dire need of stability and guidance. Only through a sound value system can humanity be rescued from confusion, crises, and deviations.
A Broader Vision
Education remains the most effective way to enhance awareness and foster a well-rounded individual. Beyond knowledge, people need values that strengthen their spirit and guidance to use their knowledge to build their societies.
The endowment's activities have expanded to include fostering moral principles, creating environments conducive to acquiring knowledge, and enhancing social solidarity to build a cohesive and prosperous society.
Borders have not limited the endowment’s vision. Its mission transcends geography, driven by a belief in shared civilizational foundations and the universal nature of sublime values. The endowment strives to create a world where everyone can live in dignity and freedom.
Türkiye: A Bridge to the World
The journey that began in Türkiye, the cradle of civilization and peace, has expanded globally. Türkiye, with its rich history and cultural heritage, serves as a bridge linking the world through humanity and sublime values.
The endowment’s leaders believe their mission is humanitarian and universal, extending their efforts to regions such as the Balkans and Central Asia, where the historical depth of the Islamic and Turkish nations is evident. They work to build bridges of cooperation, fostering understanding and strengthening the historical and cultural ties of one united nation.
This is the journey of the endowment—a journey from Türkiye to the world, from people and to the people.