Supporting Sunni Scholars
Charity Number: 1199125
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Quick Stats
| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Annual Giving | £62,710 (2023) |
| Grant Range | Not publicly disclosed |
| Average Grant | Not publicly disclosed |
| Application Method | Rolling application with trustee approval |
| Geographic Focus | United Kingdom, International |
Contact Details
- Website: https://www.supportingsunnischolars.org/
- Email: info@supportingsunnischolars.org
- Phone: 1753316181
- Address: 5A-5B Mackenzie Street, Slough, SL1 1XQ
Funding Priorities
- Scholar Support: Supplementing income for scholars engaged in teaching, lecturing, or writing
- Publishing: Funding for editing, design, and publication of scholarly works (original research, critical editions, and translations of classical Islamic texts)
- Teaching: Financing lectures, workshops, and regular classes for students
- Research: Funded research opportunities ranging from weeks to several months for high-quality Sunni scholars
- Digital Equipment: Provision of laptops, camcorders, and digital equipment for scholars
What They Don't Fund
- Scholars without proper credentials (must hold official certificate from reputable Sunni institute/madrassa for complete Dars-i-Nizami/Shahada al-Alimiyya course, or collection of ijazat licences)
- Inactive scholars (must be active in teaching, writing, lecturing, leading daily prayers, or counselling)
- Non-Sunni Islamic scholars or projects
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How to Apply to Supporting Sunni Scholars
Applications are submitted to the Supporting Sunni Scholars board of trustees. Process includes:
- Initial application submission via their website
- Assessment against SSS policies
- Consultation with scholars who know the candidate personally
- Possible interview
- Unanimous approval required from trustees
- Once approved, support initiated on agreed terms
Only qualified persons meeting their specific eligibility criteria are accepted.
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