Foundations and Associations Law

Establishment of foundations and associations, drafting of deeds and statutes, organ procedures, supervision and asset acquisition.

The law of foundations and associations governs the formation, management and supervision of these legal entities. Drafting foundation deeds and statutes, decisions of their bodies and acquiring property are the main subjects.

Dealings with the General Directorate of Foundations and the provincial directorates for civil-society relations also fall within this field.

Typical matters

• Forming foundations and associations, drafting deeds and statutes
• Decisions of general assemblies and management bodies
• Acquisition and management of real property by foundations and associations

Key legislation

• Turkish Civil Code No. 4721, Arts. 56–117
• Foundations Law No. 5737
• Associations Law No. 5253