American Philanthropy ın Republican Turkey, The Rockefeller an Ford Foundations

This article traces the history of American philanthropy in Turkey, moving from early missionary organizations to the emergence of "scientific philanthropy" in the early 20th century. It highlights the significant role of Rockefeller philanthropies, particularly the Rockefeller Foundation (established 1913), in pioneering this approach. These efforts focused on addressing core social ills through investigation and strategic financial contributions, rather than merely relief or religious instruction. The piece examines their impact on education, public health, medical education, and scientific research in Republican Turkey.