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Causes: Children & Youth, Children & Youth Services

Mission: To improve the quality of life for orphans through financial support of orphanages that provide safety, health, and education.

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48 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

1

nishaboori Volunteer

Rating: 5

12/11/2024

Golestan is an extraordinary organization dedicated to bringing hope, joy, and better health to orphans across Iran. What truly sets them apart is the unwavering commitment of their volunteers, who work tirelessly and with remarkable attention to detail to ensure that every donation is used efficiently and effectively. I’ve had the privilege of volunteering with them, and I can confidently say that the organization’s integrity and transparency are unmatched. They take great care to maximize the impact of every contribution, ensuring that funds directly benefit the children in need. I’ve personally donated to this cause and feel reassured knowing that my support is making a real difference. Golestan’s mission is not only inspiring but also executed with the highest level of dedication and care. It’s a cause I am proud to support, and I wholeheartedly recommend others to do the same.

2

lover25 Donor

Rating: 5

12/10/2024

Golestan Foundation stands as a remarkable pillar of hope and compassion, transforming lives through its dedicated and thoughtful initiatives. By addressing the diverse needs of vulnerable populations, the foundation provides holistic care, from supporting orphaned children with love and stability to empowering communities through education and essential resources. Its unwavering commitment to health, well-being, and opportunity reflects a deep understanding of the challenges faced by those it serves. Through partnerships and innovative programs, Golestan Foundation exemplifies the power of collective action, ensuring that every effort makes a meaningful and lasting difference. Their work not only uplifts individuals but also strengthens the bonds of humanity, inspiring a brighter future for all.






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bassamza Donor

Rating: 5

11/26/2024

I know Golestan for a few years now. I love their mission and their dedication to uplift the life of underprivileged kids back home. They support kids in several orphanages in various provinces and provide services such as education support, food and clothes drive and skill set classes. They have successfully expanded their support umbrella in just 2-3 years thanks to the professional team of volunteers working there. All the financial reports are accessible to the public and donors can choose how they want their money to be spent.

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Volunteer-gol Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/18/2024

The Golestan Foundation is run by dedicated volunteers across the US and Canada. It’s inspiring to see professionals from diverse, highly successful backgrounds coming together to give their time and energy to support the next generation.

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asmaabs Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/02/2024

The Golestan Foundation is a new but highly impactful organization dedicated to educating orphans and underprivileged children such as labor children in Iran. Despite the added challenges of sanctions, which make charity work in Iran even more complex, Golestan has successfully overcome these hurdles to provide critical resources and educational support. Their hardworking team is deeply committed to transforming lives through education, creating opportunities where they are most needed. This foundation is a powerful example of resilience and positive change, even in the face of significant obstacles.

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mt467 Donor

Rating: 5

11/02/2024

Sending 100% of your donation to your cause is truly rare, but the Golestan Foundation is one of those exceptional non-profits run by volunteers that sends my donations to people in need. Way to go, Golestan!

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Donor

Rating: 5

10/24/2023

Great org with great financial transparency. They share every 6 month the complete financial report. No overhead cost, no operation cost deducted from my donation or any donations. %100 goes to underserved kids.

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Moslem Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/02/2024

This is a nonprofit with such a meaningful cause: to help underprivileged kids achieve their dreams. I've seen their work from the close and their dedication and passion is unmatched.

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Sajed j Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/01/2024

Golestan Foundation is an outstanding nonprofit committed to uplifting underprivileged children, with a team of dedicated volunteers who give their time and heart to make a lasting impact. Their transparent processes ensure that all donations are thoughtfully allocated, fostering trust with supporters. The foundation’s success stories reflect the profound changes they bring to children’s lives, from educational support to personal growth opportunities. Golestan Foundation is a cause truly worth supporting for anyone passionate about creating positive, sustainable change.

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nimahpg Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/30/2024

Golestan has incredible effect in life of many orphans and supports them to be ready for their role in society.

2 Sina Sheikholeslami

Sina Sheikholeslami Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/28/2024

I recently joined the Golestan Foundation as a volunteer, and it’s been an incredibly rewarding experience. From day one, I felt welcomed by the dedicated team and other passionate volunteers, all driven by a shared mission to make a positive impact in children’s lives. The foundation’s initiatives are thoughtfully crafted to support, educate, and empower young minds, creating meaningful and lasting change for the next generation. I am honored to be part of an organization so deeply committed to the well-being and future of children. If you want to volunteer with a group that truly cares about creating a brighter future for kids, I wholeheartedly recommend the Golestan Foundation!

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amin1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/21/2023

Golestan is a 100% volunteer-run without any paid staff, and 100% of your tax deductible donations are directly spent on the cause.

2 Masoud

Masoud Professional with expertise in this field

Rating: 5

11/08/2023

A fantastic organization, all volunteers, no overhead, 100% donations spent on the causes.

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Donor

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

Fantastic nonprofit, great cause, 100% volunteer run organization, and very efficient!

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rezaebrahimi Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/07/2023

Golestan foundation is a great place to help orphans by charity work. Golestan focuses on health, education, and safety of children

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rezaysfm Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2023

I have donated several times to Golestan and I could follow up on my donations and how they got to children in need.

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leylaghazanfari Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2023

I wholeheartedly recommend the Golestan Foundation for their outstanding commitment to supporting orphans and children coming from challenging family backgrounds in Iran. This organization has consistently demonstrated its dedication to providing a safe and nurturing environment for these vulnerable children. The Golestan Foundation's efforts in ensuring access to education, healthcare, and emotional support for these children are truly commendable. Their work not only transforms the lives of these young individuals but also contributes to a brighter future for the entire community. I encourage anyone seeking to make a positive impact to support and collaborate with the Golestan Foundation in their vital mission.

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behzadb Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/24/2023

Golestan Foundation exemplifies the pinnacle of altruistic endeavors. Operating under a special OFAC license, this organization champions a noble cause, directing funds to non-government orphanages in Iran. Its standout feature is the unparalleled dedication of its management team, which operates entirely on a volunteer basis. This ensures every penny donated reaches the orphanages directly, a testament to their commitment to transparency and authenticity. It's equally inspiring to note that most of the volunteers are young professionals from top-tier tech firms and renowned companies in the U.S. Their collective efforts resonate with sincerity, ensuring that the underprivileged children in Iran receive the aid and support they so dearly need. Golestan Foundation is a beacon of hope and a model for other nonprofits worldwide. Highly recommended for those looking to make a genuine difference.

3

Behrouz Donor

Rating: 5

10/23/2023

This is an all volunteer ran US based organization that focuses on orphan care and child laborer issues and its operation is licensed by USA Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) . It currently supports 17 orphanages that are all NGOs helped by local community. I have visited some of their sponsored orphanages and would testify that those orphanes would be helpless if Golestan would not extend its helping hands to those vulnerable kids. Please consider supporting Golestan.

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Board Member

Rating: 5

11/02/2022

- Assisting more than 700 orphanes through local NGO's
- Supporting 15 orphanges
- All volunteers, highly educated and motivated team consisting of 50 volunteer
- Extremely low overhead operation

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Alex1234 General Member of the Public

Rating: 1

11/13/2022

I am not sure how this organization work and how the transfer of money to Iran is possible under strict sanctions. It is likely that this organization is linked to Iran government. People running this organization should be investigated carefully.

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Amin2 Donor

Rating: 5

11/02/2022

Golestan brings orphanages out of poverty to have orphans flourish in Iran. It has been a great blessing to me to be able to know that I have an organization here in America that helps me impact kids in Iran, legally and transparently.

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Amin Volunteer

Rating: 5

11/02/2022

Golestan's efforts are combined with the comprehensive on-the-ground auditing they do to monitor the orphanages in Iran, maintain and improve the orphanages and encourage towards moving kids into families and I've seen the direct and broad impact they've had.

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AminHaghighat Board Member

Rating: 5

11/02/2022

There are reportedly over 26,000 orphans living in orphanages in Iran. Supporting them lies on our shoulders, in the absence of a caring parent. They are the future of our society so investing in them has the highest impact of every dollar. The children that GF impacts will blossom in their life to build the society tomorrow, whereas if left alone, they may turn into a burden for society.
Golestan’s vision is to see orphans thrive in their lives and vows that every donation goes straight to supporting underprivileged children. Toward this end, Golestan is 100% volunteer-run with no paid staff. All administrative fees are covered by the board members.

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SZTara Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/30/2022

Professionalism, transparency and teamwork are the three diamonds in Golestan's pocket.

3

shahalireza Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/29/2022

Great people working for a wonderful mission without any religious or political affiliation

3

Javad2 Donor

Rating: 5

10/29/2022

Golestan is transparent and accountable. They have no paid staff. I am happy my donation is spent on the next generation of my homeland. I hope for a brighter future.

5

Maddi Donor

Rating: 5

10/29/2022

Golestan foundation supports orphans in Iran. I like that they send 100% of my donation to vetted orphanages. The board pays operating costs.

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Azadisoh1 Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2022

. I am grateful to all donors who trusted Golestan Foundation and enabled this organization to serve thousands of students. Golestan Foundation is run by highly educated, passionate and kind volunteers and It is my honor to serve orphans and to work with great people.

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msfdana Volunteer

Rating: 5

03/16/2022

Golestan Foundation has done a great job building trust among communities and helping orphans and under privileged children, by promoting their lives.
In addition to helping children, Golestan Foundation with the help of its donors was able to provide urgent medical equipments for hospitals that will help patients survive. These equipments including those used in ICU rooms, will save many lives and will help many people even after the covid pandemic is over.

5

ttofigh Donor

Rating: 5

11/28/2021

I know some of the volunteers at this foundation for many years. They have made a huge impact in many children's lives. Like me they believe smallest positive impacts during childhood can change a generation.

7

mahdie General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/28/2021

In the short time since Golestan Foundation was born, this nonprofit organization has done an amazing job in idetintifying the most vulnerable and providing meaningful support to them. With the help of their kind donors, they have been able to collect significant amount of money, all of which has been spent on the needy as all board members are volunteers. The passion with which they work to help orphaned children and covid-striken communities, is contagious and that is the key to their success.

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jossein Donor

Rating: 5

10/27/2021

I’m very particular with the organization that I donate to. I did a lot of research and love how transparent Golestan Foundation is with sharing informations with its donors and updating them with where their money has gone. Hands down one of the best organizations to send donation money to Iran.

9 Mojtaba

Mojtaba Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/27/2021

It is my honor to serve thousands of orphans as a volunteer at the Golestan Foundation. I am grateful to all donors who trusted us and enabled us to serve thousands of students. I have been involved with the "backpack of kindness" campaign from the beginning and with your support, we are reaching and serving more than 3500 students in more than 22 cities in 15 provinces.
All of us are nonpaid volunteers.

9

Hossein F. Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2021

As far as I know, Golestan Foundation which manage by group of honest and educated hard working professionals, has been great help for needy people in many different areas during these hardship time. I personally thank them and am willing to support them as much as I can.

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Nazanin S. Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2021

Golestan Foundation is a wonderful organization that is committed to helping marginalized children through orphanages. I have total trust in their delivery of aid and appreciate their transparency and constant update and reports to the donors. I am rest assured that 100% of my donation is delivered to the children in need due to the volunteer based organization . I highly recommend this non profit organization .

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Lon Russell C. Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2021

What I like most about this charity is the mission. But most importantly, I like the acknowledgement from the organization that I am having an on-the-ground impact on the lives of children.

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leilazand Donor

Rating: 5

10/26/2021

Friendly, to the point, positive, true information.

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Sam S.7 Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

Golestan is unique in the sense that everyone is truely volunteering. The fact the volunteers are all self motivated is the reason in a short 8 months Golestan has has such a huge impact.

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Narges M. Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021


I am so honored to be working as a volunteer for Golestan Foundation.
Golestan Foundation is a Non Profit charitable Organization run by volunteers only and 100% of your donations is directly spent on the cause.
Our Mission is to improve the quality of life for orphans through financial support of the orphanages that provide safety, Health and education.

I’ve had the good fortune of interacting with most of the volunteers that work at the organization and also the People working at the orphanages in Iran and got to know every single one of them as kind, Loving, passionate person who cares for underprivileged children and commits so much time and energy towards Golestan Foundation goals.

7

Alireza Z. General Member of the Public

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

I believe Golestan Foundation delivers all my donations to in-need people.

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atorabit Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

I know Golestan first hand. A great team of volunteers have gathered at Golestan and dedicated their time and experience to orphans. Their focus on orphans education is what I love the most about them.

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Shirin M. Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

I've always been interested in helping underprivileged population, and specifically children, and Golestan gave me that opportunity. I have gone through their documentations, license, list of orphanages they help, and how they help them, and I fully trust Golestan with how they're spending my donations. One advantage that is unique to Golestan is that they're sending 100% of the donations to orphans, with no operational costs, which is unheard of in world of non-for-profit. I hope they can keep up the good work.

7

hodaeim Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

So great! I am so happy working with them. I see how they are active regarding helping orphans, people who need medicine, students who need care, and so on.

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Saeed M. Volunteer

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

I've been collaborating with Golestan Foundation for the last 6 months. Amazing people!
All people here are professionals who work here voluntarily without any charges.
And because of that 100 percent of every donation directly goes to those who really need it.

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lsadegh Donor

Rating: 5

10/25/2021

Golestan foundation is a great non-profit organization, runs by passionate and professional group of Iranians outside of Iran who are trying to raise money for the orphans in Iran who are in dire need of help. Sending money to Iran legally is a huge challenge, Golestan foundation has all the licenses it needs to do so legally. This is why I consider GolestanFoundation a very legitimate charity and I can comfortably donate my money to this foundation.

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