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The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures

To advance academic research on the ancient inscriptions and languages and rock art found in the Arabian Peninsula and adjacent regions, providing that the inscription and/or written material is in a language or script examples of which are found in the Arabian Peninsula.

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Activities & Mission

To advance academic research on the ancient inscriptions and languages and rock art found in the Arabian Peninsula and adjacent regions, providing that the inscription and/or written material is in a language or script examples of which are found in the Arabian Peninsula.

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
£50
Latest Expenditure
£14,660

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 29320.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 29320.0%
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 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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£50
£14,6600 / 0
2024
£31,582
£6010 / 0
2023
£1
£640 / 0
2022
£1,000
£720 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures

What does The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures do?

To advance academic research on the ancient inscriptions and languages and rock art found in the Arabian Peninsula and adjacent regions, providing that the inscription and/or written material is in a language or script examples of which are found in the Arabian Peninsula.

How much income did The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures report in 2025?

The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures reported total income of £50.00 and reported expenditure of £15k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures registered as a charity?

The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 4 March 2021 as charity number 1193702. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures?

The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael Christopher Archibald Macdonald. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures operate?

The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures operates across 4 areas: Jordan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and England And Wales.

Is The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures a registered charity?

Yes — The Foundation For The Study Of Ancient Arabia's Languages And Cultures is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1193702.

Details

Address
BURMINGTON MANOR
BURMINGTON
SHIPSTON-ON-STOUR
CV36 5AG
Registration Date
4 March 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5170478
Charity Number
1193702

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Trustees

Michael Christopher Archibald Macdonald Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Ahmad Al-Jallad
Also governs 1 other charity
Dr Alessia Prioletta PhD
Dr Ali Al-Manaser Ph.D
Dr Hythem Sidky Ph.D
Dr Laila Sabine Nehme Ph.D
Dr Maria Guagnin Ph.D
Dr Orhan Elmaz Ph.D
Jerome Norris MA
Professor Jacob Lebovitch Dahl Ph.D

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