Arab Foundations Forum
Amman-based regional network connecting and strengthening Arab philanthropic foundations
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Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) is a regional platform based in Amman that brings together Arab philanthropic foundations and grant-making organizations to exchange knowledge, coordinate resources, and advance a culture of structured giving across the Arab world. The forum supports member foundations through peer learning, research, and advocacy, working to strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of organized philanthropy throughout the region. It serves as a convening space for foundation leaders to address shared challenges and opportunities.
To strengthen Arab philanthropy by connecting foundations, sharing best practices, and advocating for an enabling environment for organized giving across the region.
Established in 2006 as a membership-based association of philanthropic foundations in the Arab region, headquartered in Amman, to strengthen strategic and effective giving.
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Jordan
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Arab Foundations Forum is listed in Jordan. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
Arab Foundations Forum is listed in Jordan. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Arab Foundations Forum is a community development nonprofit based in Amman, Jordan. GiveRadar lists it from public charity directories and does not hold an official government registration record for it. It was founded in 2006 and has been operating for 20 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 39/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. 6 officers and directors are publicly disclosed.
Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) is a regional platform based in Amman that brings together Arab philanthropic foundations and grant-making organizations to exchange knowledge, coordinate resources, and advance a culture of structured giving across the Arab world. The forum supports member foundations through peer learning, research, and advocacy, working to strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of organized philanthropy throughout the region. It serves as a convening space for foundation leaders to address shared challenges and opportunities. Arab Foundations Forum is a community development organization based in Jordan. The organization was founded in 2006.
Arab Foundations Forum is classified as a Community Development organization, based in Jordan. It operates as a Non-Governmental. The organization has 6 disclosed officers and directors.
Arab Foundations Forum is located in Amman, Jordan. The organization was established in 2006 and has been active for 20 years.
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Quick facts about Arab Foundations Forum
- What is Arab Foundations Forum?
- Arab Foundations Forum is a community development non-governmental based in Amman, Jordan. Arab Foundations Forum (AFF) is a regional platform based in Amman that brings together Arab philanthropic foundations and grant-making organizations to exchange knowledge, coordinate resources, and advance a culture of structured giving across the Arab world. The forum supports member foundations through peer learning, research, and advocacy, working to strengthen the capacity and effectiveness of organized philanthropy throughout the region. It serves as a convening space for foundation leaders to address shared challenges and opportunities.
- When was Arab Foundations Forum founded?
- Arab Foundations Forum was founded in 2006.
- Where is Arab Foundations Forum located?
- Headquartered in Amman, Jordan.
- Is Arab Foundations Forum trustworthy?
- Arab Foundations Forum has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 39 out of 100 (Limited data available). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Arab Foundations Forum's website?
- http://arabfoundationsforum.org/
- Are donations to Arab Foundations Forum tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of Jordan under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.