The Mainstay Foundation is a registered charity in England & Wales (1166017) established in 2016 to advance the faith and the faithful through strengthening faith, fostering education, and developing communities. Rooted in the teachings of the Holy Quran and the Ahlulbayt (peace be upon them), we work to alleviate the struggles of Shia Muslim communities and build on their many successes through global collaboration and sustainable development. From providing grants to centres and mosques to delivering education, water, food, and healthcare initiatives across East Africa, India, Iraq, and beyond – every project reflects our commitment to purposeful service, transparency, and lasting impact.
To be the flagship Shia Muslim organisation in community development.
To assist in the advancement of Shia Muslim communities globally in the areas of Faith, Education and Development.
Our work is guided by a simple yet powerful principle: purposeful service leads to lasting impact. Discover how we plan, deliver, and measure change.
Rooted in the teachings of the Holy Quran and the Ahlulbayt (peace be upon them), The Mainstay Foundation upholds its commitment to scholarly guidance through its esteemed board of scholars.
The Mainstay Foundation is a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) registered in England and Wales (1166017). Our operations, finances, and impact are reviewed annually by independent auditors and published in our Annual Reports.
