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Iran Heritage Foundation

Also known as: Friends of the Persian Language Society Limited

THE OBJECTIVES OF THE FOUNDATION ARE TO HELP PROMOTE AND PRESERVE THE RICH CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF IRAN. THE FOUNDATION INTERPRETS ITS REMIT GENEROUSLY AND ENCOURAGES A WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES INTENDED TO PROVIDE A FORUM TO FACILITATE THE STUDY AND UNDERSTANDING OF IRAN'S CULTURE AMONG STUDENTS, THE ACADEMIC COMMUNITY AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE.

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Activities & Mission

THE OBJECTIVES OF THE FOUNDATION ARE TO HELP PROMOTE AND PRESERVE THE RICH CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF IRAN. THE FOUNDATION INTERPRETS ITS REMIT GENEROUSLY AND ENCOURAGES A WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES INTENDED TO PROVIDE A FORUM TO FACILITATE THE STUDY AND UNDERSTANDING OF IRAN'S CULTURE AMONG STUDENTS, THE ACADEMIC COMMUNITY AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£29,203
Latest Expenditure
£81,782

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 280.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 280.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£29,203
£81,7820 / 0
2023
£36,074
£80,9180 / 0
2022
£76,409
£98,6750 / 0
2021
£117,089
£110,5880 / 0
2020
£392,841
£310,0180 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Iran Heritage Foundation

What does Iran Heritage Foundation do?

THE OBJECTIVES OF THE FOUNDATION ARE TO HELP PROMOTE AND PRESERVE THE RICH CULTURE AND HERITAGE OF IRAN. THE FOUNDATION INTERPRETS ITS REMIT GENEROUSLY AND ENCOURAGES A WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES INTENDED TO PROVIDE A FORUM TO FACILITATE THE STUDY AND UNDERSTANDING OF IRAN'S CULTURE AMONG STUDENTS, THE ACADEMIC COMMUNITY AND THE PUBLIC AT LARGE.

How much income did Iran Heritage Foundation report in 2024?

Iran Heritage Foundation reported total income of £29k and reported expenditure of £82k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Iran Heritage Foundation registered as a charity?

Iran Heritage Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 14 February 1991 as charity number 1001785. It has been registered for 35 years.

Who runs Iran Heritage Foundation?

Iran Heritage Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is ALI RASHIDIAN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Iran Heritage Foundation operate?

Iran Heritage Foundation operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Iran Heritage Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — Iran Heritage Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001785.

Details

Address
Suite 105
Viglen House
Alperton Lane
LONDON
HA0 1HD
Registration Date
14 February 1991
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1001785
Charity Number
1001785

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Trustees

ALI RASHIDIAN Chair
ALIREZA RASTEGAR
Also governs 1 other charity
Amin Amiri
Homa Rastegar Driver
Naza Alakija

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Friends of the Persian Language Society Limited

Data & trust

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30 July 2026
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