Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Tarzana, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 4 grants; the typical grant was $550,000 and the largest $1.1 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$550,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$4.2 million
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 4 | $4.2 million |
How to apply
Zaruhy Sara Chitjian 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 Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $2.3 million |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| UCLA Research Program in Armenian Archaeology | General support - chitjian endowed fund | $1.1 million |
| USC Armenian Studies Program | General support - chitjian endowed fund | $1.0 million |
| Armenian International Medical Fund | General support | $100,000 |
| Armenian International Medical Fund | General support | $100,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Kristine Olshansky
- Nancy A Shaw
- Arpie Mazloumian
- Astghik L Mazloumian
Questions people ask
Does Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $550,000.
Who runs Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Kristine Olshansky (President/Ceo), Nancy A Shaw (Secretary/Treasurer/Cfo), Arpie Mazloumian (Director) and Astghik L Mazloumian (Director).
What does Zaruhy Sara Chitjian Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and international.