The Community Store Starbucks Shared Area, located in Ümraniye Yamanevler, celebrated its first anniversary with a special event organized in collaboration with Starbucks and the Community Volunteers Foundation (TOG). Community Store Starbucks Common Area'da, TOG and Starbucks The work carried out so far was evaluated together with the young people who participated in the trainings organized throughout the year in collaboration.

23 Nov 2024 Opened on [date], the Community Store Starbucks Common Area offers young people support in many areas, from career planning and personal development to creativity and social responsibility. In addition, through mentorship support, young people have the opportunity to meet and network with industry professionals.

Since the day it opened Hosting nearly 5 young people Community Store Starbucks in the Common Area to date Over 60 workshops It was performed. Young people aged 15-25 workshops held every week for a year Over 1.000 young She attended. The store welcomes more than 50 different communities.daily average It hosts 19 active users. It created a social sphere of influence where young people felt a sense of belonging and strengthened their social participation.

Source: HORECA TREND and Starbucks

One of Turkey's leading hotel chains Elite World Hotels & Resorts, continues to support social benefit projects. The Elite World Hotels & Resorts team once again supported the Darüşşafaka Society in the 47th Istanbul Marathon, held on November 2, 2025, and ran with the motto, "When it comes to education, I run to help!" Donations collected during the marathon will be used to cover the book and stationery expenses of successful students at the Darüşşafaka Society who are bereaved and have limited financial means.

5th company that raised the most donations

Last year, the Elite World Hotels & Resorts team transformed the donations it collected on behalf of Darüşşafaka into meaningful support, contributing to the education of many students and becoming the fifth company to raise the most donations. This year, the goal is to build on last year's success, raise even more funds, and reach even more students.

The group will contribute to increasing the amount of aid collected by taking an active role both in the running course and in the donation campaign.

“We ran for equal opportunities in education”

Elite World Hotels & Resorts Board Member Responsible for Sales and Marketing Emel Elik Bezaroglu"The mission undertaken by the Darüşşafaka Society in education sets an example not only for our country but for the entire world. Contributing to the education of the new generation, the guarantor of our future, is a shared responsibility for all of us. This year, we participated in the Istanbul Marathon for the second time to demonstrate that they are not alone in this responsibility and to support more children in accessing a quality education. We hope that the proceeds from the campaign will bring hope to our children, the guarantor of our future," he said.

Source: HORECA TREND and Elite World

Marriott International TürkiyeThirty-four female employees from 14 hotels affiliated with Büyükada gathered for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Marriott International business partners, dressed in pink and carrying the slogan "Pedalizing Hope with Pink," pedaled together for the "Pink Bike and Awareness Ride" held on Büyükada. The bicycle procession, which wound its way through Büyükada's unique natural beauty and quiet streets, attracted considerable interest and support from island residents and day visitors.

A Donation Model That Brings Social Responsibility and Technology Together

One of the most striking aspects of the event was the donation model that combined modern technology with social good. Participants converted every physical step they took and every pedal stroke into a donation through the app. This digital donation platform supported the Cancer-Free Life Association. Additionally, 14 hotels organized a fundraising campaign for the Breast Health Association (Memeder). Marriott Business Council Turkey will continue its donations throughout Awareness Month. This meaningful gathering strengthened solidarity for Breast Cancer Awareness Month while also sending a hopeful message of social awareness.

Source: HORECA TREND and Marriott International Türkiye