A volunteer mentor for every scholar, internship and job placement, language and coding workshops.
Free, volunteer-based
A scholarship lets a student stay in school; mentoring helps them see what to do afterwards. The Mentoring and Careers programme matches our scholars aged 14-24 with working professionals and older alumni.
Programme components
- One-to-one mentoring: at least two sessions a month and a goals review at year end
- Career workshops: CVs, interviews, choosing a university and applying for scholarships
- Language and digital skills: English conversation clubs, basic coding and office software
- Internships and placement: summer internships with our partners and first-job support for graduates
- Alumni network: an online community in which 3,100 graduates guide new scholars
Becoming a mentor
All a mentor needs is to give regular time and listen without judgement. Applicants receive a one-hour orientation, work with a mentoring guide and join a support meeting every term.
91% of scholars in the programme completed high school and 84% finished university within the planned time.
Scope of service
- One-to-one volunteer mentor
- Internship and first-job support
- Language and coding workshops
- Alumni network of 3,100
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Frequently asked questions
Can I get a receipt for my donation?
Yes. When payment is complete the e-receipt is sent to your email address. You can verify the receipt number on the Receipt Lookup page.
Are my donations tax deductible?
Income and corporate tax payers may deduct donations from their tax base within the limits set by law. The donation must be made through a bank or payment institution and the e-receipt kept. The Tax Relief Calculator shows the estimated saving.
How much of my donation goes directly to programmes?
In 2025, 86.2% of donations were spent on programmes, 9.1% on management and 4.7% on fundraising. Details are on the Transparency and Audit page.
How can I stop regular giving?
You can stop the instruction or change the amount at any time by emailing info@isikevivakfi.org.tr or calling us.
Who can apply for a scholarship?
High school and university students whose monthly household income per person is below roughly 14,000 TRY, who are doing well and who do not receive a full scholarship elsewhere can apply. The pre-check quiz shows your starting score.