Groceries for Gyumri 2022-2023
Description
Following the 1988 Spitak Earthquake, thousands of people were left homeless in the city of Gyumri. Many of these families took refuge in the overseas shipping containers (domiks) that were shipped into Armenia loaded with humanitarian relief supplies. Although more than a quarter century has passed since the earthquake, this depressive reality still remains. Currently, more than 1,800 families still live in domiks scattered throughout Gyumri in extreme poverty. Many of them are unable to provide for their familys’ needs including warm clothes, nutritious food, heat and electricity for their homes and other basic necessities.
During his visit to Armenia several summers ago Dustin Hochmuth, one of the SERVICE Armenia 2017 participants, and several of his peers, witnessed these horrible conditions and decided to assemble packets for 10 families in dire need of everyday necessities and non-perishable food items. This effort was led by one of the SERVICE Armenia 2017 coordinators, Stephanie Nersesyan. Following the success of that effort, Paros has continued implementing this project on a regular basis.Â
Our goal is to help 200 families in need over the course of the next two years. Each packet will cost $40 and will include basic staples including personal hygiene products, non-perishable food items such as rice, flour, sugar, salt, oil, and pasta. The packets will also include fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy products and canned meats. Â Donations in any amount will help this important cause.
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City / Village
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End Date
Thank you to all our donors, we have met our fundraising goal.
The Need
Currently, more than 1,800 families still live in domiks scattered throughout Gyumri in extreme poverty. Many of them are unable to provide for their familys’ needs including warm clothes, nutritious food, heat and electricity for their homes and other basic necessities.
Short Term Impact
In the short term, 200 families will receive packets filled with basic staples including personal hygiene products, non-perishable food items and fresh food items.
Long Term Impact
In long term, the Armenian diaspora will be exposed to the harsh living conditions in Gyumri through this important project.
Sponsors Benefits
All project sponsors will be recognized on all relevant press regarding this project and on The Paros Foundation’s website. The Paros Foundation can arrange a visit to Gyumri when you are in Armenia.
Armenian Parent Group at Village Christian School
Glendale, CAJune 1, 2023
Mrs. Aylin Ghookhassian
Shadow Hills, CAMay 31, 2023
Ms. Elena Patatanyan
Burbank, CAMay 30, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 7, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 6, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 5, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAMarch 23, 2023
Mr. Aram Goryan
Whittier, CAMarch 14, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAMarch 9, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAFebruary 23, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAFebruary 22, 2023
Mr. & Mrs. Richard & Kathy Mouradjian
Fountain Hills, AZFebruary 17, 2023
Armenian Parent Group at Village Christian School
Glendale, CAJune 1, 2023
Mrs. Aylin Ghookhassian
Shadow Hills, CAMay 31, 2023
Ms. Elena Patatanyan
Burbank, CAMay 30, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 7, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 6, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAApril 5, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAMarch 23, 2023
Mr. Aram Goryan
Whittier, CAMarch 14, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAMarch 9, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAFebruary 23, 2023
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CAFebruary 22, 2023
Mr. & Mrs. Richard & Kathy Mouradjian
Fountain Hills, AZFebruary 17, 2023
Ms. Tina Essegian
San Francisco, CA December 31, 2022Anonymous
Pasadena, CA December 30, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA December 21, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA December 15, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA December 6, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA December 1, 2022Mr. Berj Tashjian
Los Angeles, CANovember 29, 2022
Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA November 21, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA November 17, 2022Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian
Glendale, CA November 14, 2022Tarzana Armenian Grocery & Deli
Woodland Hills, CA November 11, 2022Ms. Christine Rumfola
United StatesIn Honor Of Sam Khatchadourian's Birthday November 7, 2022
With the help of donors and SERVICE Armenia 2022 participants, 100 food & supplies packs were assembled and distributed to impoverished families in Gyumri.
With the help of our donors and SERVICE Armenia 2023 participants, 100 packs of groceries were assembled and given to impoverished families living in Gyrumri.