Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Big Bear Lake, California. In tax year 2025 it gave $57,498 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $29,183. 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$57,498
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$29,183
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $16,433 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 | $27,515 | 4 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $16,433 | 2 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $57,498 | 7 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable 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 Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $52,498 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
| New York | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Western Diocese of Armenian Church | Non profit organization | $29,183 |
| St Andrew Armenian Church | Non profit organization | $15,775 |
| American University of Armenia | Non profit organization | $3,000 |
| Individual | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Armenian Tree Project | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Epostle | Non profit organization | $2,500 |
| Armenian Eyecare Project | Non profit organization | $2,040 |
Officers and trustees
- Zari Semerdjian
- Vivian Moutafian
- Zaven V Paparigian
- Zabelle L Crosson
Questions people ask
Does Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation give?
$57,498 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Zari Semerdjian (Vice President), Vivian Moutafian (Secretary), Zaven V Paparigian (President) and Zabelle L Crosson (Treasurer).
What does Z Victor & Marion V Paparigian Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.