Birthright Armenia Inc
Preselected recipients only
Birthright Armenia Inc is a private foundation in Tinton Falls, New Jersey. In tax year 2024 it gave $65,012 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $1,400 and the largest $3,947. 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$65,012
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$1,400
- Largest grant$3,947
- Assets$7,990
Giving in 2024 was up from $51,719 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $51,719 | 37 | $14,313 |
| 2024 | $65,012 | 43 | $7,990 |
How to apply
Birthright Armenia Inc 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Birthright Armenia Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to California. It also paid $20,844 in 16 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 12 | $21,719 |
| Maryland | 3 | $4,816 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $2,950 |
| Rhode Island | 2 | $2,613 |
| Illinois | 1 | $1,595 |
| Florida | 1 | $1,459 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,439 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,421 |
| Washington | 1 | $1,333 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,313 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| All for Armenia | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $3,947 |
| Hidden Road Initiative | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $3,455 |
| Armenian Wounded Heroes Fund Inc | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $2,950 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $2,144 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $2,040 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,838 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,774 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,731 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,670 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,629 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,595 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,571 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,544 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,537 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,535 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,467 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,459 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,450 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,439 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,430 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,421 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,400 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,356 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,350 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,333 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,313 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,300 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,290 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,238 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,204 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,177 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,146 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,131 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,089 |
| Aha Collective | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,010 |
| Kooyrigs | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,010 |
| Project Hub | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,010 |
| Support Our Heroes | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,010 |
| Individual | Travel fellowships, cultural excursions and orientation grant. | $1,007 |
| Bridge of Hope | Unrestricted grant to support the organization's exempt purpose. | $1,003 |
Officers and trustees
- Edele Hovnanian
- Gorr Sahakian
- Linda Yepoyan
Questions people ask
Does Birthright Armenia Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Birthright Armenia Inc give?
$65,012 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $1,400.
Who runs Birthright Armenia Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Edele Hovnanian (President/Director), Gorr Sahakian (Director) and Linda Yepoyan (Director).
What does Birthright Armenia Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and international.