The Mainstay Foundation
The Mainstay Foundation primarily awards grants to organisations to assist them in their activities in line with the objectives of the charity. The objective of the charity is to assist the advancement of Shia Muslim communities globally in the areas of Religion, Education and Development. The Mainstay Foundation also establish some initiatives, such as events, in line with its objectives.
Activities & Mission
The Mainstay Foundation primarily awards grants to organisations to assist them in their activities in line with the objectives of the charity. The objective of the charity is to assist the advancement of Shia Muslim communities globally in the areas of Religion, Education and Development. The Mainstay Foundation also establish some initiatives, such as events, in line with its objectives.
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.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 42% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 71% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 81% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £5,717,006 | £5,147,426 | £5,142,286 | £1,756,163 | £1,756,163 | 13 / 20 |
| 2024 | £5,385,873 | £5,573,674 | £5,562,859 | £1,186,583 | £1,186,583 | 9 / 60 |
| 2023 | £4,242,536 | £3,426,041 | £3,423,533 | £1,374,384 | £1,374,384 | 8 / 60 |
| 2022 | £2,639,591 | £2,390,895 | £2,209,612 | £557,889 | £557,889 | 5 / 8 |
| 2021 | £2,764,968 | £3,221,427 | £3,221,427 | £309,193 | £309,193 | 3 / 8 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Mainstay Foundation
What does The Mainstay Foundation do?
The Mainstay Foundation primarily awards grants to organisations to assist them in their activities in line with the objectives of the charity. The objective of the charity is to assist the advancement of Shia Muslim communities globally in the areas of Religion, Education and Development. The Mainstay Foundation also establish some initiatives, such as events, in line with its objectives.
How much income did The Mainstay Foundation report in 2025?
The Mainstay Foundation reported total income of £5.72m and reported expenditure of £5.15m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is The Mainstay Foundation?
The Mainstay Foundation has a program ratio of 89.9%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 42% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was The Mainstay Foundation registered as a charity?
The Mainstay Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 March 2016 as charity number 1166017. It has been registered for 10 years.
Who runs The Mainstay Foundation?
The Mainstay Foundation is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Mohammad Marashi. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Mainstay Foundation operate?
The Mainstay Foundation operates across 17 areas, including Austria, Denmark, Germany and 14 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Mainstay Foundation a registered charity?
Yes — The Mainstay Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1166017.
Details
Abji Bapashree House
211 Kingsbury Road
London
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