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Integrity Assessment
Limited data available
37/100 · methodology
This score reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization.

About Sharjah Art Foundation

Located in Sharjah’s historic Art and Heritage Areas, Sharjah Art Foundation activities and events take place throughout the year and include exhibitions featuring the work of Arab and international artists, performances, music, film screenings and artist talks as well as extensive art education programs for children, adults and families. The Foundation hosts the annual March Meeting and every two years presents the Sharjah Biennial. Sharjah Art Foundation brings a broad range of contemporary art and cultural programs to the communities of Sharjah, the UAE and the region. Recognizing the central and distinctive contribution that art makes to society, Sharjah Art Foundation cultivates a spirit of research, experimentation and excellence by offering support to artists and art practitioners, while acting as …

Founded
Headquarters
Sharjah
Foundation type
Non-Governmental

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Arts & Culture

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 3 similar arts & culture in UAE
Integrity Assessment This charity: 37
Peer average: 33

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Sharjah Art Foundation is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Sharjah, UAE. It is registered with the official charity registry of UAE. It was founded in 1981 and has been operating for 45 years. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 (Limited data available). This reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is above the average of 33/100 for arts & culture charities in UAE.

Sharjah Art Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 37 ('Limited data available') reflects limited public data, not concerns about the organization. This is common for smaller, newer, or non-US charities that file fewer public records. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in UAE is 33/100.

Sharjah Art Foundation is located in Sharjah, UAE. The organization was established in 1981 and has been active for 45 years.

Sharjah Art Foundation is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in UAE. It operates as a Non-Governmental.

Sharjah Art Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. Visit the Sharjah Art Foundation profile on GiveRadar for full details before deciding. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Located in Sharjah’s historic Art and Heritage Areas, Sharjah Art Foundation activities and events take place throughout the year and include exhibitions featuring the work of Arab and international artists, performances, music, film screenings and artist talks as well as extensive art education programs for children, adults and families. The Foundation hosts the annual March Meeting and every two years presents the Sharjah Biennial. Sharjah Art Foundation brings a broad range of contemporary art and cultural programs to the communities of Sharjah, the UAE and the region. Recognizing the central and distinctive contribution that art makes to society, Sharjah Art Foundation cultivates a spirit of research, experimentation and excellence by... Sharjah Art Foundation is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in UAE. The organization was founded in 1981.

Among arts & culture charities registered in UAE: Sharjah Art Foundation's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37/100 is above the peer average of 33/100.

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Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Arab Emirates under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.

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Latest news

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10 articles found

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Activity timeline

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مؤسسة الشارقة للفنون تفتح باب المشاركة في الإصدار الـ8 من "كورنيش" - Sharjah24
Jun 2026
sharjah24.ae
"الشارقة للفنون" تُطلق السلسلة الصوتية القصيرة "تواريخ ممتدة" - Sharjah24
Jun 2026
sharjah24.ae
مؤسسة الشارقة للفنون تنظم جولة إعلامية لمعرضين جديدين - Sharjah24
Apr 2026
sharjah24.ae
دانا عورتاني تمثل السعودية في بينالي البندقية - عكاظ
Nov 2025
www.okaz.com.sa
Watch: Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi takes over late brother’s Qasimi fashion label - Gulf Business
Oct 2019
gulfbusiness.com
الشارقة للفنون تحتضن معرض "علامات فارقة: آدم حنين" - العين الإخبارية
Sep 2019
al-ain.com
Uncovering a lost Sudanese masterpiece - Middle East Institute
Mar 2019
mei.edu
كيف تدعم منصة الشارقة للأفلام السينما العربية؟ - CNN Arabic
Jan 2019
arabic.cnn.com
أفضل الأماكن للإحتفال باليوم الوطني الـ47 في الشارقة - hiamag.com
Nov 2018
www.hiamag.com
"العين الإخبارية" في جولة بمعارض الخريف بمؤسسة الشارقة للفنون - العين الإخبارية
Nov 2018
al-ain.com

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Peer charities

Other arts & culture in UAE, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Sharjah Art Foundation This page 37 - -
Bassam Freiha Art Foundation 35 - -
Sultan Bin Ali Al Owais Cultural Foundation 32 - -
Juma Almajid Center For Culture And Heritage 32 - -

Sources and verification

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News and media coverage
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Data freshness

Last updated
Apr 17, 2026
Profile completeness
45%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Financial filings
No annual financial filings on file
Executive compensation
Top-officer pay not disclosed
Named leadership
Board and officer list not yet indexed
Mission statement
No self-published statement of purpose
Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Tax-deductibility status
Whether donations are tax-deductible has not been verified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Sharjah Art Foundation

What is Sharjah Art Foundation?
Sharjah Art Foundation is a arts & culture non-governmental based in Sharjah, UAE. Located in Sharjah’s historic Art and Heritage Areas, Sharjah Art Foundation activities and events take place throughout the year and include exhibitions featuring the work of Arab and international artists, performances, music, film screenings and artist talks as well as extensive art education programs for children, adults and families. The Foundation hosts the annual March Meeting and every two years presents the Sharjah Biennial. Sharjah Art Foundation brings a broad range of contemporary art and cultural programs to the communities of Sharjah, the UAE and the region. Recognizing the central and distinctive contribution that art makes to society, Sharjah Art Foundation cultivates a spirit of research, experimentation and excellence by offering support to artists and art practitioners, while acting as a catalyst for collaboration and exchange within the Middle East and beyond. Sharjah Art Foundation core initiatives include the Sharjah Biennial, the annual March Meeting, residencies, production grants, commissions, exhibitions, research, publications and a growing collection. The Foundation's education and public programs focus on building recognition of the central role art can play in the life of a community by promoting public learning and a participatory approach to art. Inspired by the cross-fertilization and rich cultural diversity of the Emirates, the Foundation provides both national and international leadership in the production and presentation of contemporary visual arts. Sharjah Art Foundation is a legally independent public body established by Emiri Decree and supported by government funding, grants from national and international nonprofits and cultural organizations, corporate sponsors, and individual patrons. All events are free and open to the public. | Arabic: مؤسسة الشارقة للفنون | Acronym: SAF
When was Sharjah Art Foundation founded?
Sharjah Art Foundation was founded in 1981.
Where is Sharjah Art Foundation located?
Headquartered in Sharjah, UAE.
Is Sharjah Art Foundation trustworthy?
Sharjah Art Foundation has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 37 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 Sharjah Art Foundation's website?
http://sharjahart.org/
Are donations to Sharjah Art Foundation tax-deductible?
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of UAE 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.