Mehmet ÇAVAŞ, one of the most prominent figures in Karaman's economic life, was born on 1 August 1946 in the village of Kurtderesi, in central Karaman. His wife is Firdevs Hanım; his children are Ekrem, Mehmet Ali, Abdullah, Havva and Fatma. Widely known for his diligence, modesty and principled character, he earned the love and respect of everyone around him. He was a man of sustainable, success-driven character in business and economic affairs.
He is the founder of a group of companies — ÇAVPET Petroleum Products, ÇAVAŞ Feed and Flour Mills, ÇAVSA Cold-Chain Packaging and ONURLU Cold Storage — that today provide livelihoods for many families. These companies continue their commercial activities under the leadership of Mehmet ÇAVAŞ's sons. Together they make a significant contribution to the Karaman economy and provide employment to many people and their families.
Wishing to extend his outstanding service to business and the economy into the field of education as well, philanthropist Mehmet ÇAVAŞ, in partnership with the Karaman Governorship under the principle of "One School, A Thousand Futures," had a modern school built and donated it to the Ministry of National Education, offering it in service for the better education of future generations.
Mehmet ÇAVAŞ passed away on 18 November 2020, succumbing to COVID-19. We offer our prayers for his soul and express our deepest gratitude for this outstanding act of service that will keep his name alive for ever.
The Hüseyin Mehmet Çavaş Quran Course was built under the leadership of Karaman businessman Hüseyin Mehmet Çavaş, in collaboration with Karaman philanthropists, the Turkey Directorate of Religious Affairs Foundation Karaman Branch and the Karaman Provincial Mufti's Office. The facility was inaugurated at a ceremony following its construction.
The five-storey building, which has a capacity of 82 students, houses five classrooms, a prayer room, a library, an administration and teachers' room, a guest room, an IT centre, a multipurpose hall and 18 suite rooms each accommodating four persons.
Located in the Dikparmak district and built by Mehmet Çavaş in a spirit of philanthropy, this mosque serves the local community's worship needs.
