Cherchian Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Cherchian Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,500 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,250 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$78,500
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,250
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.7 million
- New grantees41%
Giving in 2025 was up from $60,360 the year before.
41% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $198,200 | 24 | $1.4 million |
| 2024 | $60,360 | 17 | $1.4 million |
| 2025 | $78,500 | 22 | $1.7 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Ara Cherchian 10100 West Bluemount Road 1002, Wauwatosa, WI 53226 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 287-9307 |
| What to submit | A short letter describing purpose of the organization and the need for a grant. Enclose a copy of the IRS exempt letter. |
| Restrictions | Grants are limited to educational, scientific, and charitable organizations exempt under IRS code section 501 (c)(3). |
What Cherchian Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 11 | $34,000 |
| New York | 4 | $27,500 |
| California | 3 | $9,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $5,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $2,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fund for Armenia Relief Inc | General fund, STEM project. | $20,000 |
| St John the Baptist Armenian Apostolic Church | General fund | $9,000 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra Inc | General fund | $7,000 |
| Friends of Armenia Basketball | General fund, basketball program. | $5,000 |
| Madison Country Day School Inc | General fund, new building program. | $5,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital Inc | General fund | $5,000 |
| American University of Armenia Corporation | General fund | $3,000 |
| Diocese of the Armenian Church of America (Eastern) | General fund | $3,000 |
| United Performing Arts Fund Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Wisconsin Conservatory of Music Inc | General fund | $3,000 |
| Children of Armenia Sponsorship Program | General fund | $2,500 |
| St Nersess Armenian Seminary | General fund | $2,000 |
| Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief | General fund | $1,500 |
| St Hagop Armenian Apostolic Church | Summer picnic and cookbooks | $1,500 |
| Armenia Tree Project | General fund | $1,000 |
| Armenian Assembly of America Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Milwaukee Art Museum Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Wisconsin Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House Charities of Madison Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| Tekeyan Cultural Association Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Armenian Eye Care Project | General fund | $1,000 |
| The Uwm Foundation Inc | General fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ara Cherchian
- Peter Cherchian
- Alex Cherchian
- Armen Tchertchian
Questions people ask
Does Cherchian Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Cherchian Family Foundation Inc give?
$78,500 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,250.
Who runs Cherchian Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Ara Cherchian (President/Treasurer), Peter Cherchian (Secretary), Alex Cherchian (Assistant Secretary) and Armen Tchertchian (Director).
What does Cherchian Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and arts and culture.