The Paros Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Paros Foundation is a private foundation in Berkeley, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.5 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $109,049 and the largest $1.2 million. 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$1.5 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$109,049
- Largest grant$1.2 million
- Assets$413,084
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.4 million the year before.
25% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1.4 million | 4 | $679,341 |
| 2024 | $1.5 million | 4 | $413,084 |
How to apply
The Paros 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Paros Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in California. It also paid $1.5 million in 3 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $32,576 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Paros 100 Project | Charitable contribution | $1.2 million |
| Debi Arach | Charitable contribution | $179,202 |
| Ghoghanj Children's Center | Charitable contribution | $38,896 |
| General Donationsdental Clinic | Charitable contribution | $32,576 |
Officers and trustees
- Roger A Strauch
- Parseh Abajian
- Narine Panosian
Questions people ask
Does The Paros Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Paros Foundation give?
$1.5 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $109,049.
Who runs The Paros Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Roger A Strauch (President), Parseh Abajian (Director) and Narine Panosian (Deputy Director).
What does The Paros Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international.