The SVS Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The SVS Foundation is a private foundation in Tarzana, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $22,770 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $60 and the largest $13,900. 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$22,770
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$60
- Largest grant$13,900
- Assets$408,838
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was down from $28,400 the year before.
67% 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 | $2,900 | 17 | $290,288 |
| 2024 | $28,400 | 17 | $273,365 |
| 2025 | $22,770 | 36 | $408,838 |
How to apply
The SVS 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 SVS Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 35 | $22,420 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $350 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Holy Martyrs | Church charity | $13,900 |
| Armenian Cultural Foundationhamazkayin | Charity | $1,500 |
| Western Diocese of the Armenian Church | Charity | $1,000 |
| Charlie Keyan Armenian School (Charlie Keyan Armenian Community School) | Charity | $1,000 |
| Los Angeles County Museum of Natural History Foundation | Charity | $600 |
| Church of the Nazarene | Charity | $600 |
| Los Angeles Zoo | Charity | $530 |
| Rose & Alex Pilibos Armenian School | Charity | $500 |
| AGBU Manoogian-Demirdjian School (Demirjian High School) | Charity | $500 |
| Griffith Observatory | Charity | $400 |
| Anca Endowment | Educational charity | $350 |
| Ararat Home of Los Angeles | Charity | $350 |
| Mission San Fernando Rey de Espaa | Charity | $200 |
| Homenetmen Massis Chapter | Charity | $200 |
| California Science Center Foundation | Charity | $130 |
| Mission San Juan Capistrano | Charity | $130 |
| Gamble House | Charity | $80 |
| Mission San Buenaventura Endowment Trust Fund | Charity | $60 |
| San Marino Historical Society | Charity | $60 |
| Descanso Gardens Guild Inc | Charity | $60 |
| Mission San Luis Obiscpo | Charity | $60 |
| San Mareno Historical Society | Charity | $60 |
| Norton Simon Museum Foundation | Charity | $60 |
| Santa Barbara Zoo | Charity | $60 |
| San Luis Obispo County Historical Museum | Charity | $50 |
| J Paul Getty Trust - Office of Development | Charity | $30 |
| Santa Barbara Botanic Garden | Charity | $30 |
| Shane's Inspiration | Charity | $30 |
| Holy trinity Armenian Church of Fresno | Church charity | $30 |
| Kidspace Childrens Museum | Museum charity | $30 |
| Armenian Monument Council | Charity | $30 |
| Mission San Francisco De Asis | Charity | $30 |
| Discovery Science Center of Los Angeles | Charity | $30 |
| San Diego Natural History Museum (The Nat) | Charity | $30 |
| The New Childrens Museum (San Diego) | Charity | $30 |
| Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County | Charity | $30 |
Officers and trustees
- Sarmen Sarkissian
Questions people ask
Does The SVS Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The SVS Foundation give?
$22,770 in tax year 2025, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $60.
Who runs The SVS Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sarmen Sarkissian (President).
What does The SVS Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.