BetterWorld’s Ali Gunertem recently helped out at a fundraiser for earthquake relief for the citizens of Van, Turkey. Generously hosted at the home of the Virginia businessman Terry McAuliffe and coordinated with Turkish Philanthropy Funds, the event raised funds for the 7.1 magnitude earthquake that occurred in eastern Turkey near the city of Van in October, 2011.
The fundraiser was a great success and raised vital funds for the Van community. Attendees included Turkish Ambassador to Washington Namik Tan, William D. Tuille, Mayor of city of Alexandria, VA, Lincoln McCurdy, President of the Turkish Coalition of of America Board of Directors, and former House Representative, Richard Gephardt.
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