Sarkisian Foundation
Accepts applications
Sarkisian Foundation is a private foundation in Northfield, Illinois. In tax year 2025 it gave $67,001 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $20,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$67,001
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$739,588
- New grantees15%
Giving in 2025 was up from $52,157 the year before.
15% of its 2025 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 | $39,857 | 13 | $676,695 |
| 2024 | $52,157 | 12 | $710,324 |
| 2025 | $67,001 | 13 | $739,588 |
How to apply
| Contact | Ralph Sarkisian 668 Sunset Ridge Road, Northfield, IL 60093 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (239) 692-8903 |
| What to submit | Written |
| Deadlines | None none |
What Sarkisian Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to New Jersey.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Jersey | 4 | $21,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $14,000 |
| California | 3 | $5,500 |
| Colorado | 1 | $3,501 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian Diocese of America | General funds | $20,000 |
| Amaa | General funds | $12,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation of Illinois | General funds | $12,000 |
| Holy Cross Armenian Church | General funds | $5,000 |
| Compassion International | General funds | $3,501 |
| Mercy Center | General funds | $3,000 |
| Armenia Fund | General funds | $2,500 |
| Armenian Museum | General funds | $2,000 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | General fundsgeneral funds | $2,000 |
| Lurie Childrens Hospital | General purpose | $2,000 |
| Armenian Evangelical Union of NA | General funds | $1,000 |
| St Peters Preparatory | General funds | $1,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | General fundsgeneral funds | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ralph Sarkisian
- Mike Noble
- John Hayes
Questions people ask
Does Sarkisian Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: None none.
How much does Sarkisian Foundation give?
$67,001 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Sarkisian Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Ralph Sarkisian (President), Mike Noble (Vice President) and John Hayes (Secretary).
What does Sarkisian Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and youth programs.