named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
IAS Youth Chapter
Creates a supportive community for Iranian American teenagers and young adults through mentorship, cultural education, college and career advising, and intergenerational networking.
Persian Language and Culture Education
Offers instructional programs for Iranian American children and adults to learn the Persian language and cultural heritage, including historical figures and traditions.
Travel Ban Seminar
Provides legal information and community guidance on U.S. immigration policy impacts, particularly regarding the 2017 executive order affecting Iranian nationals.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 2 activities
- Promote Persian culture through arts education and cultural eventsProvides culturally specific arts education in miniature painting, calligraphy, carpet weaving, traditional music, tile making, and ceramics, and organizes annual cultural events such as Nowruz, Mehregan, and Shab-e Yalda to celebrate Persian heritage and promote intergenerational cultural transmission.
- Promote Persian culture through publications and community outreachAdvances awareness and appreciation of Persian culture via publications and community events that educate both Iranian-Americans and non-Persians about Iranian heritage and values.
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Professional Networking Events 1 activity
- Host educational and professional development seminarsOrganizes seminars and information sessions featuring Iranian-American professionals and public figures to discuss topics such as entrepreneurship, college admissions, career development, and identity, providing guidance and inspiration to youth members.
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Direct Financial Assistance to Individuals 1 activity
- Provide humanitarian and financial assistance to Iranians in needDelivers humanitarian, medical, and financial aid to Iranians requiring support, contributing to the welfare of Iranian-Americans and their families.
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Youth Leadership Development Programs 1 activity
- Support youth development and community engagementOperates a Youth Chapter, Mentorship Program, and Scholastic Award Program to foster community among young Iranian-Americans, provide mentorship and career guidance, and recognize academic excellence and community involvement among high school seniors.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- Operate Farsi language and cultural schools for children and adultsRuns multiple Ferdowsi Farsi Schools in Long Island, Westchester, and Brooklyn that provide long-term education in Persian language, arts, and cultural heritage for children starting at age four through adulthood, as well as offering Farsi classes for adults at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels using traditional and audio-visual instruction methods.
- Provide online Farsi language instructionOffers virtual Farsi language courses, including 10-session programs with recorded sessions available, to expand access to Persian language education for Iranian-Americans and enthusiasts of Iranian culture.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$42K
Contributions & grants$14K33%
Program service revenue$12K28%
Investment income$130%
Other revenue$16K
expenses
Total expenses$28K
Program expenses42%
Admin / overhead44%
Fundraising14%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$3K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$205K
Cash$184K
Investments$0
Liabilities$87K
Net assets$118K
Liquid reserves79.3 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2023 · YoY revenue +3.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 9
- Minoo Farahani — Trustee
- Mr Alireza Hedayati — President
- Mr Saeed Manii — Co-VP
- Mr Soroush Ghoroghi — Trustee
- Ms Floria Samii-Nikpour — Treasurer
- Ms Mondana Haghani — Secretary
- Ms Sholeh Sharifi — Treasurer
- MsHeidi Daneshvar — Trustee
- MsVida Tehrani — Co-VP
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Armenian Society Partner — Hosted the Iranian American Society of New York's Travel Ban Seminar at its facility in Little Neck, New York.
- Chieco Family Partner — Individual donor
- Code.org Partner — Founded and led by 2024 honorees Ali and Hadi Partovi, in recognition of their contributions to education and community empowerment.
- Dr. & Mrs. Hedayati Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. & Mrs. Ilkhani Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. & Mrs. Khatamee Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. & Mrs. M. Samii Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. & Mrs. N. Sharifi Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. Athari Family Partner — Individual donor and 2016 Gold Sponsor
- Dr. Jasmin Moshirpur Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. K. Noroozi Partner — Individual donor
- Dr. Kaveh Alizadeh Partner — Individual donor and recipient of the 2016 "The Dr. Hooshang Mirlohi Legends Award"
- Dr. R. Miarrostami Partner — Individual donor
- Drs. Saeed & Parisa Oraee Partner — Individual donor
- Drs. Vahid & Deepa Ipektchi Partner — Individual donor
- Ferdowsi Farsi Schools Partner — Core educational program of the Iranian American Society of New York, delivering language and cultural instruction across multiple locations.
- Ferdowsi Farsi Schools Partner — Operates three Farsi schools as part of its educational and cultural programming.
- IAS Ferdowsi School of Long Island Partner — Operated by IAS as part of its educational programming to teach Persian language and culture.
- IAS Ferdowsi School of Westchester Partner — Operated by IAS as part of its educational programming to teach Persian language and culture.
- Jareh Beschel, Esq. Partner — Individual donor
- Maziar Ghavidel Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. A. Shahipour Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. Dilmaghani Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. M. Hosseinipour Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. M. Nikpour Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. Morshed Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. P. Kazemi Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. & Mrs. R. Nabavinejad Partner — Individual donor
- Mr. Adib Khorram Partner — Bestselling author who participated in a book discussion with the Youth Chapter about Darius the Great is Not Okay.
- Mr. Maz Jobrani Partner — Comedian who shared his career journey and advice with the Youth Chapter.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Centered Space for Intergenerational Resiliencemethodology: community-centered cultural preservationBy creating a centralized, intergenerational community space rooted in shared culture, we build collective resilience and continuity, because physical and social infrastructure that connects generations strengthens cultural identity and mutual support.
- Cross-Cultural and Community Integrationmethodology: cross-cultural_outreachBy sharing Persian culture with non-Iranian communities and providing civic education on immigration rights, we promote inclusion and community welfare, because mutual cultural understanding and informed advocacy reduce marginalization and strengthen social cohesion.
- Cultural Preservation as Identity and Belongingmethodology: culture_and_language_preservationBy systematically teaching Persian language and culture across generations, we strengthen Iranian-American identity and foster long-term community engagement, because shared cultural knowledge and intergenerational continuity create a sense of belonging and resilience.
- Equity Through Culturally Grounded Accessmethodology: equity-through-accessBy providing education in underserved languages like Farsi, we unlock potential in underrepresented communities, because talent is universally distributed but opportunity is not, and access to mother-tongue education is a pathway to equity and empowerment.
- Youth-Led Intergenerational Mentoringmethodology: youth-led intergenerational mentoringBy empowering youth to lead mentoring activities in sports, academics, and arts, we strengthen connections across generations, because youth leadership fosters ownership of cultural identity and creates reciprocal learning relationships within the community.