Invested in student recognition and support
$300K+
Hamyari Education Fund
2026 Campaign Progress
This year's student awards and bursaries
Follow the progress of this year's student awards and bursary campaign, and contribute securely to help talented Iranian students stay motivated and proud of their academic path.
Hamyari Education Fund is an independent nonprofit organization incorporated and administered in Ontario, Canada. Rooted in a long-standing academic and donor community, the Fund supports eligible post-secondary students in Iran through scholarships, bursaries, student awards, and academic recognition initiatives.
Students awarded since inception
250+
Universities represented in recognition activities
4 universities
Leadership Circle supporters
25+
Proof of Impact
Ceremony moments, awarded students, and selected publications
See the recognition ceremony, awarded students, and selected publications that show how community-backed support keeps academic effort visible, valued, and moving forward.
Recognition in Action
2025-2026
A public ceremony with students, faculty, and supporters makes achievement visible and community-backed.
36honoreesSelected from 110+ reviewed candidates
2universitiesRepresented by selected Olympiad students
2papersCommittee-identified journal publications
Selected Publications
Committee-reviewed- Journal articleA model for Explaining Suppressed Consumption Volatility in IranEconomic and Planning Research · 2025 · Volume 29, Issue 4 · pp. 29-62 · Extracted from the doctoral dissertation of Dr. Mostafa Mohebbi-Majd
- Journal articleEconomic and Environmental Effects of Energy Transition in Iran by 2050: A Dynamic Multi-Regional Computable General Equilibrium ModelIranian Journal of Economic Studies · 2023 · Volume 12, Issue 2, Serial Number 24 · pp. 551-584 · Extracted from the doctoral dissertation of Dr. Mostafa Gholami
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How funds are used: student awards, bursaries, recognition programs, and academic support.
Ways to Support
Support can be arranged as a one-time gift, recurring contribution, or named sponsorship connected to the annual recognition and bursary program.
- One-time giftDirect support for the current award cycle, student bursaries, and recognition program.
- Recurring supportMonthly or quarterly giving that helps the fund plan steady student support throughout the year.
- Named sponsorshipA dedicated contribution for a student group, award category, or annual bursary commitment. Selecting a designation is optional.
Available designations
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- Independent Ontario nonprofitHamyari Education Fund is incorporated and administered in Ontario, Canada.
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- Tax receipt statusHamyari is currently operating as an Ontario nonprofit while CRA charitable registration is pending; charitable tax receipts are not yet issued.
Hamyari Milestones
From early academic community support in Iran to an Ontario nonprofit, these milestones show how Hamyari's education work has grown into a broader recognition and bursary program.
1997
Informal student support activities begin in Iran through a volunteer-led academic community.
2017
The Hamyari volunteer network in Iran becomes more organized, bringing together faculty members, alumni, and supporters around student recognition and educational support.
2020
Student support expands during the COVID period in response to increased need and educational disruption.
2021
Selection and recognition ceremonies begin for outstanding undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students.
2026
Hamyari Education Fund incorporates as a nonprofit organization in Ontario, Canada.
Leadership Circle and Community Supporters
About the Leadership Circle
The Leadership Circle includes educators, alumni, community leaders, and supporters who share a commitment to educational opportunity and student success. Members contribute through advocacy, academic review, and community engagement.
Except where otherwise identified, Leadership Circle members do not hold governance roles, exercise operational control, or serve as authorized signatories of Hamyari Education Fund.
Dr. Esfandiar Jahangard
Professor of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University. His research specializes in the intersection of digital technology, big data analytics, and macroeconomic industrial development.
Dr. Mahmood Khataie
Dr. Mahmood Khataie is a veteran Professor of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University and one of the early academic leaders behind Hamyari's volunteer-led student support efforts in Iran. He also serves as a Director of Hamyari Education Fund.
Dr. Mohammad Sattarifar
Esteemed macroeconomist and former Vice President of Iran, where he chaired the Planning and Management Organization.
Dr. Mostafa Sharif
Dr. Mostafa Sharif is a senior faculty member in the Faculty of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University and supports volunteer-led Hamyari student recognition activities in Iran as a local academic coordinator.
Dr. Morteza Chini-Chian
A veteran Professor of Economics and expert in international commerce and economic models who has served as a faculty member at Allameh Tabataba'i University alongside other prominent academic institutions.
Dr. Saeid Moshiri
Professor of Economics at the University of Saskatchewan and a former Associate Professor at Allameh Tabataba'i University.His globally recognized research spans energy economics and productivity trends.
Dr. Abdolali Tahmasbi
Prominent industrialist and Chief Executive Officer of the Savana group, specializing in corporate agribusiness management and large-scale supply chain operations.
Dr. Davoud Danesh Jafari
Eminent economist and former Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance for Iran. He serves as a senior macroeconomic advisor to the Expediency Discernment Council.
Dr. Ehsan Abdoh Tabrizi
Academic researcher and analyst specializing in modern political history and regional governance, bridging socio-economic trends with global political risk.
Dr. Mahnoush Milani
Professor of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University with an academic focus on public sector economics, industrial organization, and market competitiveness visible.
Dr. Nasser Khiabani
Professor of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University, widely recognized for his quantitative research in dynamic economic modeling and energy subsidy reforms.
Dr. Hossein Abdoh Tabrizi
Distinguished financial economist and founder of Eghtesad Novin Bank, Iran’s first private commercial bank. He previously served as the Secretary General of the Tehran Stock Exchange.
Dr. Roya Seyfi-Pour
Professor of Economics specializing in monetary economics and banking systems, tracking commercial credit risk allocation and financial stability.
Dr. Lotfali Bakhshi
Veteran economist and advisory board member who spent over four decades teaching international commerce, corporate insurance, and trade policy.
Dr. Fatemeh Mirjalili
Applied economic researcher focusing on regional development and public finance, specializing in statistical modeling for value-added tax compliance.
Dr. Behrouz Hadi-Zanouz
Emeritus Professor of Economics at Allameh Tabataba'i University. He is a highly regarded national expert on regional urban planning, industrial policy, and transportation infrastructure.