The Aragats Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Aragats Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Ithaca, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,000 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$5,000
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$259,269
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $10,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $20,800 | 1 | $256,068 |
| 2024 | $10,000 | 1 | $217,290 |
| 2025 | $5,000 | 1 | $259,269 |
How to apply
The Aragats Foundation 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 The Aragats Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cornell University | To build capacity in humanitarian satellite monitoring | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Adam T Smith
- Lori Khatchadourian
- Elen Aghekyan
Questions people ask
Does The Aragats Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aragats Foundation Inc give?
$5,000 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Aragats Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Adam T Smith (Director and Chairperson), Lori Khatchadourian (Director and Treasurer) and Elen Aghekyan (Director and Secretary).
What does The Aragats Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.