Raindrop FoundationRaindrop FoundationSan Antonio
About us

About our organisation

Building bridges between Turkic and American cultures through dialogue, education, and community.

Who we are

Enriching the educational, cultural and social wellbeing of our community

Founded by members of San Antonio's Turkish-American community, the foundation builds bridges between Turkic and American cultures. We place dialogue at the heart of everything we do — meaningful engagement and exchange between diverse groups that deepens understanding and, ultimately, acceptance of one another.

Through conversations and events — community dinners, talks, panels and festivals — we address a wide range of social issues, transcending ethnicity and religion.

Mission

Founded by Muslim Turkish-Americans affiliated with the Hizmet Movement, Raindrop Foundation San Antonio integrates citizens into American society by addressing educational, social, religious, and cultural needs while serving the greater San Antonio community through programs that cultivate cross-cultural friendships and promote interfaith dialogue.

Vision

We strive to establish bridges between the Turkic and American cultures and communities by providing easily accessible educational, social, and cultural services — contributing to global peace at the grassroots level by sharing Turkic countries' heritage of tolerance and understanding.

Registered & accountable

Incorporated Society · Charitable entity under the Charities Act.

Our story

Building bridges through the years

2007

Foundations laid

Raindrop Foundation San Antonio is founded to build bridges between Turkic and American cultures.

2015

Dialogue scales up

Community dinners, panels and cultural exchanges grow into a year-round programme of intercultural engagement.

2026

A movement today

Dozens of events a year and a growing network of partners connecting San Antonio's communities through dialogue and service.

How we work

Our structure

The foundation is run by staff who manage day-to-day operations, a Managing Committee that provides consultation and guidance, and an Advisory Board offering expert advice across their fields.

Operational staff

Run the day-to-day operations of the organisation and deliver programmes on the ground.

Managing Committee

Provides consultation, governance and strategic guidance for the foundation.

Advisory Board

Offers expert advice in their respective fields and feedback on current and future projects.

Leadership

Advisory Board

In good company

Our partners

We've built strong partnerships with non-profits, charities, local governments, religious groups and educational institutions — all working together for stronger communities in San Antonio.

Transparency

How we're funded

Diverse, accountable funding sources let us cover events, staff, our community centre, travel and other essential outgoings.