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For the past 36 years, individual financial contributions to Encyclopaedia Iranica have been an integral part of our organization's growth and success. These contributions made by those who appreciate the Iranian cultural heritage are the chief source of support for this collaborative and unprecedented project. We continue to rely on your generous donations to sustain our collective effort, especially during these difficult economic times.

If you would like to financially support Encyclopedia Iranica with your tax-deductible contributions, however big or small, we encourage you to use Columbia University's secure website to make your online donation using a credit or debit card. Alternatively, donations could be made by check or money order payable to "Encyclopaedia Iranica Foundation" and sent to the following address:

Encyclopaedia Iranica
450 Riverside Dr., Suite#4
New York, NY 10027

Your continued and generous support is greatly appreciated.

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Dear Friends of the Iranian Culture,

I would like to invite all of you, the enthusiasts of the Iranian cultural heritage, to support Encyclopaedia Iranica and join us at our events and annual gala. These programs are not only prominent fundraising events, but also serve as a rallying point for Iranian communities living abroad in rekindling the sense of our collective pride in our rich cultural heritage by highlighting the achievements of Iranians around the world in a particular field. Your participation and support will be a valuable gift to our children and future generations to come. Please note that contributions made by those who appreciate the Iranian cultural heritage to the Encyclopaedia Iranica are the chief source of support for this collaborative and unprecedented Project.

Many Iranians as well as a number of Europeans and Americans have assisted us financially during the past 36 years. I am hoping that you, too, if you believe in the usefulness of our efforts and the necessity of our endeavors, will help us to continue our task and bring this project to fruition.

Since 2002, with the introduction of electronic publishing of the Encyclopaedia besides its printed version, the progress of the project has been speeded up enormously. By the same token its expenses have also increased. This means that we are more than ever in need of your financial assistance. Please be as generous as you can, not only by attending our programs and events, but also by donating to it to the extent possible for you, even if it is a small amount. Donations can be made by check payable to Encyclopaedia Iranica Foundation or securely online by a credit or debit card to Columbia University.


With many thanks in advance and best wishes,

Ehsan Yarshater