Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Newton Center, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$6.7 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $278,600 the year before.
39% 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 | $269,770 | 17 | $5.5 million |
| 2024 | $278,600 | 15 | $5.8 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 18 | $6.7 million |
How to apply
Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust 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 Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 13 | $222,500 |
| California | 4 | $75,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Armenian Heritage Fdn | Further programs | $50,000 |
| Naasr | Further programs | $50,000 |
| Agbu | Further programs | $40,000 |
| Armenian Eyecare Project | Further programs | $25,000 |
| Friends Fast | Further programs | $25,000 |
| Armenian Church of the Holy Trans | Further programs | $20,000 |
| Armenian Relief and Development | Further programs | $20,000 |
| Armenian Tree Project | Furtyher programs | $10,000 |
| Welcome Home | Further programs | $10,000 |
| Armenian Museum of America | Further programs | $10,000 |
| Project Save Photo Archive | Further programs | $10,000 |
| Knights of Vartan | Further programs | $5,000 |
| St James Armenian Church | Further programs | $5,000 |
| St Stephens Armenian Elem School | Further programs | $5,000 |
| Pan Mass Challenge Dana Farber | Further programs | $5,000 |
| Haymakers for Hope | Further programs | $5,000 |
| Holy Trinity Armenian Church | Further programs | $2,500 |
| Ararat Assn | Further programs | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Leon Semonian
Questions people ask
Does Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Leon Semonian (Trustee).
What does Robert A Semonian Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.