The Gaska Alliance Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Gaska Alliance Foundation is a private foundation in Glendale, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 10 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $945,000. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants10
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$945,000
- Assets$7.3 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2025 was up from $182,500 the year before.
60% 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 | $75,500 | 5 | $5.3 million |
| 2024 | $182,500 | 9 | $7.1 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 10 | $7.3 million |
How to apply
The Gaska Alliance 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 The Gaska Alliance Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 9 | $1.1 million |
| Texas | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian American Museum and Cultural Center of California | For assistance with the establishment of a museum and cultural center to promote understanding and appreciation of americas ethnic and cultural diversity by sharing the armenian american experience | $945,000 |
| Tumo Foundation | For assistance with educational programs, self-learning activities, workshops and project labs that put teens in charge of their own learning | $100,000 |
| Tufenkian Preschool and Kindergarten Western Prelacy of the Armenian Aposto | For assistance with preserving and fostering the faith, heritage, traditions, and culture, and religious and national values of the armenian apostolic church | $25,000 |
| Chamlian Armenian School Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church O | For assistance with preserving and fostering the faith, heritage, traditions, and culture, and religious and national values of the armenian apostolic church | $25,000 |
| The Western Prelacy of the Armenian Apostolic Church of America | For assistance with preserving and fostering the faith, heritage, traditions, and culture, and religious and national values of the armenian apostolic church | $25,000 |
| Armenian Educational Foundation | For assistance with providing grants that contribute to the goals of armenian education and heritage | $25,000 |
| Armenian Relief Society Western Region (Sepan Chapter) | For assistance with educational, social services, family services, cultural and humanitarian aid within the community | $15,000 |
| Armenian Youth Association of California | For assistance with teaching the history and culture of the armenian people and encouraging the youth to participate in educational, cultural, athletic, social and charitable activities | $5,000 |
| Armenian International Medical Fund | For assistance with creating and maintaining innovative health care programs, performing cochlear implants and bone anchored aid surgeries and newborn hearing screening in armenia | $5,000 |
| Ararat Home of Los Angeles | For assistance with operating life plan communities providing independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing care for the elderly in los angeles | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Aida Galstian Norhadian
- Seda Galstian Aghaian
- Annette D Galstian
Questions people ask
Does The Gaska Alliance Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Gaska Alliance Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 10 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Gaska Alliance Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Aida Galstian Norhadian (President), Seda Galstian Aghaian (Chief Financial Officer) and Annette D Galstian (Secretary).
What does The Gaska Alliance Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.