Sepetjian Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Sepetjian Family Foundation is a private foundation in Arcadia, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $428,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $150,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$428,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees56%
Giving in 2024 was down from $482,500 the year before.
56% of its 2024 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 | $482,500 | 12 | $4.8 million |
| 2024 | $428,500 | 18 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
Sepetjian Family 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 Sepetjian Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $160,000 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 16 | $268,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology | To support the operations of the organization | $150,000 |
| Holy Matyr Ferranian | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $120,000 |
| Armenian Relief and Development Association | To support the operations of the organization. | $54,000 |
| Western Prelacy | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $35,000 |
| Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Civilitas Foundation | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $15,000 |
| Sahag Mesrob Armenian School | To support operations of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Armenian Philiharmonic Orchestra | To support the operations of the organization. | $10,000 |
| Huys Foundation | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $5,000 |
| Hamazkayin | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $5,000 |
| St Sarkis Armenian Apolstolic Church | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $2,000 |
| Armenian Media Network | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,500 |
| Armenian Relief Society of Western USA Inc | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Armenian Apostolic Church of la Crescenta | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Focus on Children | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Homenetmen | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
| St Gregory Hovsepian School | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
| Tavlian Pre-School | To support the charitable operations of the organization. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarkis Sepetjian
- Nune Sepetjian
- Elizabeth Sepetjian
- Paul Sepetjian
Questions people ask
Does Sepetjian Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Sepetjian Family Foundation give?
$428,500 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Sepetjian Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Sarkis Sepetjian (Trustee), Nune Sepetjian (Trustee), Elizabeth Sepetjian (Trustee) and Paul Sepetjian (Trustee).
What does Sepetjian Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international, human services and arts and culture.