| ACHIEVEMENTS | SINGLE DONATIONS |
Chickenshed runs Children's and Youth Theatre workshops for 600 underprivileged and/or disabled children, education courses for over 100 students, community outreach projects and a network of satellite 'Sheds' across the country. PKCF provided funding to this organization for three consecutive years, contributing to the continuation of their work to create a sense of 'inclusion' for many young people who otherwise had experienced marginalization from mainstream society. PKCF supported Chicken Shed for 3 years (http://www.chickenshed.org.uk)
2003-2007 Mohebi School for 200 visually impaired boys, Tehran
The Foundation funded the purchase of braille computers and equipment, refurbishment of the computer centre, and provided support for the employment of specialised teachers.
2007 FRODO (Foundation for Relief of Disabled Orphans), UK
A grant was made to assist this organization whose principal mission is the “transform the quality of life, provide hope and empower physically and mentally disabled orphans in developing countries”. (http://www.frodokids.org/)
2007 House of Ruth, Washington DC
A donation was approved for this organization whose mission is to assist women and children victimized by domestic violence. (http://www.houseofruth.org/)
2007 Friends United Network (FUN), UK
Fun works with adult volunteers who aim to befriend children from some of the most disadvantaged single-family parent homes in North London. (http://www.friendsunitednetwork.org.uk/)
2007 Heal Project, Zambia
PKCF, in a join venture with the Lombard Charitable Trust, has made a grant to this project in Zambia which runs a transit home for HIV infected children, as well as a school and learning centre for 200 orphans and vulnerable children.
2007 Institute for International Education, New York
The aim of the IIE is to promote closer educational relations between the people of the United States and those of other countries. Our donation will be used towards strengthening cross cultural and social awareness through educational exchange programmes. (http://www.iie.org/)
2006-2007 The Persian Cultural Centre, Washington DC
Since its inception over 25 years ago, this centre has dedicated its efforts to the promotion of Persian Language and Arts amongst second generation Iranian-Americans. A donation was made towards the advancement of the study of Persian heritage & culture amongst the student population. (http://www.persianculturalcentre.net/)
Adjacent to the Dr Naraghi Vocational School in Karaj where 300 underprivileged boys aged 14-18 receive their education, PKCF constructed a workshop providing practical training for a variety of trades.
2005-2006 The Snowflakes School for Autistic Children, London
Financial assistance was provided for the establishment of this school, specifically towards the renovation of the chosen site for the school's premises. (http://www.snowflakeschool.org.uk/)
2005-2006 UMEED Project, Kashmir
As many as 5 million people were made homeless by the powerful earthquake that struck the northern area of Pakistan in October 2005. Funding was made available by PKCF to construct 15 houses in the disaster area, using earthquake resistant materials. (http://www.umeedproject.org/)
2002-2006 Kids Company, UK
Kids Company is a charity offering practical, emotional and educational support to vulnerable inner-city children and youth. Annual donations were made to support the ongoing work of the organization. (http://www.kidsco.org.uk/)
2006 The Royal Marsden Cancer Campaign, UK
A donation was made to this organization that works to improve the treatment of cancer patients. (www.royalmarsden.org/campaign)
2005 Mary House, Washington DC
A Donation was made to Mary House, an organisation that provides transitional housing services, shelter and support programmes to homeless and struggling families. (http://www.maryhouse.org/)
2005 Baby Buggy, New York
Baby Buggy is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing New York City's families in need with essential equipment, clothing, and products for their infants and young children. (http://www.babybuggy.org/)
2005 Noore-e-Ehsan Charitable Foundation, Tehran
A financial donation was made to this Foundation that provides support to families in need of food, medical care, adult & children's education, housing and living expenses.
1999-2005 Iran Haemophilia Society
PKCF's donation facilitated the purchase of medical equipment for this centre which is a non-profit, non-governmental centre for the treatment of haemophilia and other blood related disorders.
2004 Hope and Homes, Sudan
PKCF provided funding Hope & Homes for Children in Africa who have been affected by conflict, war or genocide. (http://www.hopeandhomes.org/)
2003 Daheshpour Cancer Foundation, Iran
The donation made by PKCF facilitated the furnishing of an operating theater and the supply of surgical equipment.
2003 Afghan Relief and Rehabilitation, Afghanistan
The Foundation's donation provided necessary funding for the construction of a clinic and a sewing centre.
2003 NSPCC and Children First, England & Scotland
Donations were made to The National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC), England and Children 1st, Scotland.
2002 Children's Educational Project, Afghanistan
PKCF supported UNICEF's special programme to return children to school in Afghanistan.
2002 Save the Children
A financial contribution was made to this organization that protects and advances the rights and living conditions of children around the world. (http://www.savethechildren.org.uk/)
2002 Shahvali Cancer Hospital, Yazd
A donation from PKCF made possible the purchase of medical equipment urgently required by ICU unit at Shahvali Cancer Hospital in Yazd.
2002 Multiple Sclerosis Society, Iran
PKCF's donation was made towards research and establishment of an essential database on this debilitating disease.
2002 Ameneh Orphanage, Iran
A donation was made for refurbishment of the bathroom and locker facilities of the Ameneh Orphanage, a centre for abandoned babies.
2002 Weston Spirit, UK
PKCF supported the work of Weston Spirit, a voluntary organisation tackling issues of social exclusion in young people through personal development programmes.
2001 Self Employed Women's Association, Gujarat
PKCF's donation provided necessary assistance to women effected by the earthquake who wished to return to employment.
2001 Georgetown University, USA
A donation was made towards a fund established in memory of Lisa Joy Raines who was killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11th.
2000 Mozambique
PKCF contributed towards the repair of various children's orphanages damaged during devastating floods.
1999 Boys Orphanage, Turkey
A donation was made towards the repair of a boys' orphanage damaged in a major earthquake.
Other donations: 2000
Yehudi Menuhin School
Jaipur Limb Campaign
Concern
Oxfam
Other donations: 1999
Yehudi Menuhin School
NSPCC
Police Dependents Trust
Refugees in Slovenia
Crisis
Other donations: 1998
Crisis