IICO realized the importance of establishing a center for philanthropy studies where theoretical and applied research are conducted in the light of the experience of developed countries in this field.
    

 In advanced countries there are research institutes, educational centers, colleges and universities that offer programs, courses and degrees in philanthropy studies.
   

The huge programs and vast development in this sector reached in the western countries had improved tremendously the charitable activities and the performance of the charitable organizations in these countries in the last few decades.
    

However, in the Middle East region and other parts of the world charitable organizations and charitable activities have no or little scientific basis.
    

IICO has established a center for charitable studies which is located in Kuwait. The center is aiming for excellence in the philanthropy activities.
 

   
The mission of IICO's center for philanthropy studies is to:

• Introduce the newly developed philanthropy theory and practices to workers and organizations in the Middle East and developing countries. 
   

• Develop philanthropy systems and practices that suit the cultural needs of different regions and countries in the third world.

To reach these goals, the center is planned to serve the following functions:

1. Conducting scientific studies, research and statistics in the field of Philanthropy.

2. Organizing training programs and courses for workers in charitable activities.

3. Providing continuing education to volunteers and workers in charitable organizations through seminars, conferences, and workshops in different philanthropy disciplines and activities and fund raising practices.

4. Offering solutions and improvement based on applied research and academic studies, for organizations working in philanthropy fields to help them manage their activities efficiently.

5. Taking part in public affairs on issues related to philanthropy practices and traditions in order to increase public awareness, understanding, and participation in philanthropy processes and fund raising practices to obtain effective voluntary support for charitable organizations.

6. Issue specialized magazines, periodicals, booklets and books in charitable disciplines.

7. Introduce curriculums in philanthropy to colleges and universities to help providing qualified workers.

8. Establish in due course credited institutes or colleges for philanthropy. Cooperate with all research and pertinent centers, institutes, colleges in the same field.