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The Sarikhani Foundation

The Charity promotes research, exhibitions, lectures, seminars, publication and events around the arts of Iran from ancient to the contemporary. This includes, but not limited to, work with The Sarikhani Collection, which comprises of arts of Iran from pre-history until the 18th century

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Activities & Mission

The Charity promotes research, exhibitions, lectures, seminars, publication and events around the arts of Iran from ancient to the contemporary. This includes, but not limited to, work with The Sarikhani Collection, which comprises of arts of Iran from pre-history until the 18th century

Grants

The Sarikhani Foundation makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations and individuals
Total spending (2025)
£200,124
Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
Who it helps
the general public
What it supports
general charitable purposes, education and training and arts, culture, heritage, or science

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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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
£142,304
Latest Expenditure
£200,124

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 140.6%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£142,304
£200,1240 / 0
2024
£120,816
£111,6790 / 0
2023
£128,012
£70,1120 / 0
2022
£374,259
£349,7320 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Sarikhani Foundation

What does The Sarikhani Foundation do?

The Charity promotes research, exhibitions, lectures, seminars, publication and events around the arts of Iran from ancient to the contemporary. This includes, but not limited to, work with The Sarikhani Collection, which comprises of arts of Iran from pre-history until the 18th century

How much income did The Sarikhani Foundation report in 2025?

The Sarikhani Foundation reported total income of £142k and reported expenditure of £200k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Sarikhani Foundation registered as a charity?

The Sarikhani Foundation was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 September 2020 as charity number 1191418. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs The Sarikhani Foundation?

The Sarikhani Foundation is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Seema Louise Ghiassi Clark. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Sarikhani Foundation operate?

The Sarikhani Foundation operates across 5 areas, including France, Germany, Iran and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Sarikhani Foundation a registered charity?

Yes — The Sarikhani Foundation is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1191418.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
22 September 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5159176
Charity Number
1191418

Trustees

Seema Louise Ghiassi Clark Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
Ali Reza Sarikhani
Lady Ina Rokhsana Weston
Also governs 1 other charity
Professor Ali Massoud Ansari
Also governs 2 other charities
SIR MARK ELLIS POWELL JONES
Also governs 2 other charities

Data & trust

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