Supporting Sunni Scholars
WE SEEK TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO IMAMS AND SCHOLARS, ESPECIALLY FROM LOW-INCOME BACKGROUNDS, TO SPREAD THE PRINCIPLES OF ISLAM THROUGH PUBLISHING AND TEACHING, RAISE AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND PRACTICES, AND CARRY OUT OUTREACH WORK. DONATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ARE USED TO FUND SCHOLARS WHO CAN BE IN A BETTER POSITION TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY.
Activities & Mission
WE SEEK TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO IMAMS AND SCHOLARS, ESPECIALLY FROM LOW-INCOME BACKGROUNDS, TO SPREAD THE PRINCIPLES OF ISLAM THROUGH PUBLISHING AND TEACHING, RAISE AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND PRACTICES, AND CARRY OUT OUTREACH WORK. DONATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ARE USED TO FUND SCHOLARS WHO CAN BE IN A BETTER POSITION TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY.
Grants
Supporting Sunni Scholars is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Total spending (2025)
- £196,397
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- disability and religious activities
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £185,698 | £196,397 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2024 | £144,976 | £137,222 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £66,178 | £62,710 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Supporting Sunni Scholars
What does Supporting Sunni Scholars do?
WE SEEK TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO IMAMS AND SCHOLARS, ESPECIALLY FROM LOW-INCOME BACKGROUNDS, TO SPREAD THE PRINCIPLES OF ISLAM THROUGH PUBLISHING AND TEACHING, RAISE AWARENESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF RELIGIOUS BELIEFS AND PRACTICES, AND CARRY OUT OUTREACH WORK. DONATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC ARE USED TO FUND SCHOLARS WHO CAN BE IN A BETTER POSITION TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY.
How much income did Supporting Sunni Scholars report in 2025?
Supporting Sunni Scholars reported total income of £186k and reported expenditure of £196k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Supporting Sunni Scholars registered as a charity?
Supporting Sunni Scholars was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 May 2022 as charity number 1199125. It has been registered for 4 years.
Who runs Supporting Sunni Scholars?
Supporting Sunni Scholars is governed by a board of 2 trustees. The chair of trustees is Hamzah Mahmood. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Supporting Sunni Scholars operate?
Supporting Sunni Scholars operates across 22 areas, including Algeria, Bosnia And Herzegovina, Egypt and 19 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is Supporting Sunni Scholars a registered charity?
Yes — Supporting Sunni Scholars is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1199125.
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- 9 November 2026
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