The purpose of the Association includes but is not limited to the following; to increase, improve, and promote public knowledge and understanding of Turkish culture, history and people; to foster friendship and communication among the American and Turkish communities; to promote the exchange of the arts, culture, music and cuisine of the United States and Turkey; to provide humanitarian assistance; and to educate the public by providing lectures and seminars in keeping with the Turkish heritage and to teach Turkish and English language for those who need and or desire.