William Saroyan Foundation
Accepts applications
William Saroyan Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $54,500 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$54,500
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2024 was up from $15,850 the year before.
83% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $62,250 | 4 | $1.6 million |
| 2023 | $15,850 | 2 | $289,297 |
| 2024 | $54,500 | 6 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Betty Rodriguez 1801 van Ness Ave Ste 320, San Francisco, CA 94109 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (415) 986-0785 |
| What to submit | Written request, include donee 501(c)status |
| Restrictions | Limited to 501 (c) charities |
What William Saroyan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to New York. It also paid $500 in 1 grant to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 2 | $31,000 |
| California | 3 | $23,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children of Armenia Fund | Support armenian children | $29,000 |
| KZV School | Support armenian education | $8,000 |
| Miaseen | Support armenian culture | $8,000 |
| Breakthrough T1D | Support diabetes research | $7,000 |
| Agbu | Support armenian culture | $2,000 |
| Armenian National Library | Support armenian literature | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Haig Mardikian
- Scott Setrakian
Questions people ask
Does William Saroyan Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does William Saroyan Foundation give?
$54,500 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs William Saroyan Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Haig Mardikian (Chairman) and Scott Setrakian (Secretary).
What does William Saroyan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.