Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation is a private foundation in Palo Alto, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $26,900 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$26,900
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$473,008
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2025 was up from $19,135 the year before.
48% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $21,350 | 14 | $419,195 |
| 2024 | $19,135 | 25 | $441,651 |
| 2025 | $26,900 | 29 | $473,008 |
How to apply
Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 11 | $16,050 |
| New York | 8 | $5,150 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,300 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,100 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $600 |
| Georgia | 1 | $250 |
| Maine | 1 | $250 |
| Alabama | 1 | $100 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrew Armenian Church | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Armenian Apostolic Church of America | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Autistry Studios | Charitable | $3,000 |
| San Francisco Symphony | Charitable | $2,675 |
| Armenia Tree Project | Charitable | $2,200 |
| American University of Armenia | Charitable | $1,250 |
| Armenian Missionary Assn of America | Charitable | $1,100 |
| San Francisco Opera | Charitable | $1,025 |
| Casp | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Lifehouse Group | Charitable | $1,000 |
| East Side College Prep School | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Council of Armenian American Organizations | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Peninsula Bridge | Charitable | $500 |
| Msi Reproductive Choices | Charitable | $500 |
| Center for Reproductive Rights | Charitable | $500 |
| Friends of the Oaxaca Learning Center | Charitable | $250 |
| Habitat for Humanity | Charitable | $250 |
| Natural Resources Defense Fund | Charitable | $250 |
| Pursuit of Excellence | Charitable | $250 |
| Theatreworks | Charitable | $250 |
| AARP Foundation | Charitable | $100 |
| American Civil Liberties Union | Charitable | $100 |
| Amnesty International USA | Charitable | $100 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $100 |
| KDFC | Charitable | $100 |
| Mayo Clinic Alumni Association | Charitable | $100 |
| Partners in Health | Charitable | $100 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Charitable | $100 |
| Southern Poverty Law Center | Charitable | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Edma Dumanian
- Tania Tour-Sarkissian
- Gregory Dumanian
- Peter Dumanian
Questions people ask
Does Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation give?
$26,900 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Edma Dumanian (President,sec'y, Dir.), Tania Tour-Sarkissian (Treas, Dir.), Gregory Dumanian (Director) and Peter Dumanian (Director).
What does Ara & Edma Dumanian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.