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The Paros Foundation underwrites all administrative and overhead costs allowing 100% of all donor contributions to go directly towards projects and supported organizations.

Donations to The Paros Foundation Projects for Prosperity are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. To sponsor a project through The Paros Foundation, a 501 (c) 3 organization (Tax ID 20-5094630), or learn more about specific projects in need of funding, please contact us using the information below.

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September 29, 2016

Nork Orphanage-Ari’s Playground

The Nork Orphanage Play Area - Ari's Playground

Description

The Nork Orphanage houses approximately 80 infants and toddlers, from newborns to six years of age. The facility is located in the Nork area of Yerevan approximately 15 minutes from the city center. The orphanage is in need of an appropriate play area for the children that can provide them with a safe environment in which they can play and interact with one another, with staff, and with perspective adoptive parents.

A 25 x 25 meter (approximately 7,000 square feet) outdoor space is prime for the addition of a small wading pool, water feature, flower garden and seating area. This area would give the children need summer relief during the hot weather and create a very nice space for the children, the staff and perspective adoptive parents to spend time.

The scope of work in this space includes constructing a water feature (sprinkling type), a small wading pool (about 140 square feet) with filtration system, the addition of benches, flowerbeds, walkways, outdoor lighting and landscape.

Region

Yerevan

City / Village

Nork Marash

Start Date

April 2012
$15,150 of $26,000 raised
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Donation Total: $100 One Time

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The future site of Ari's Playground.
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Paros staff surveying the future site of Ari's Playground.
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A great view of the future site of Ari's Playground.
The Need
Children need a safe and secure environment in which to play and interact with one another. The Nork Orphanage is generally in good repair, but lacks an outdoor space that can provide a safe play space and relief from the hot summers.
Short Term Impact
The short-term impact of this project will be the employment of a construction team to build the outdoor space and the immediate benefit for the local economy.
Long Term Impact
The long-term benefit of creating this outdoor play space will be realized through the increased happiness of the children, staff and perspective adoptive parents, who will have an environmentally friendly, safe and beautiful space to enjoy during the non-winter months. Additional benefits will be realized through the cultivation of a vegetable garden, which will provide the children fresh vegetables and will augment the orphanage’s food budget.
Sponsors Benefits
Your sponsorship of the Nork Orphanage Play Area will be recognized with a commemorative plaque installed at the Play Area, your name listed as a sponsor on the Paros Foundation website and in appropriate press related to this important project. The Paros Foundation stands ready to help you arrange a visit and tour the Orphanage when you are in Armenia.
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Mr. Samuel Khatchadourian

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Mr. & Mrs. David & Sunshine Briskie

Chula Vista, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian August 23, 2019
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Ekizian Family

Granada Hills, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian August 5, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Vahe & Helen Bahadrian

Sherwood Forest, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian August 4, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Doug & Heather Briskie

Los Angeles, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian August 1, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Guiragos & Annie Minassian

Chatsworth, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian July 31, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Dikran & Pauline Ishkhanian

North Hills, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian July 30, 2019
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Mr. Arek Momjian

Northridge, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian July 30, 2019
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Mr. & Mrs. Viken & Nathalie Fermanian

North Hills, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian July 28, 2019
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Mr. Robert Ward

Saugus, CA
In Memory Of Vasken Laurancian July 28, 2019
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April 5, 2012

Today we broke ground on Ari's Playground with a group of volunteers from the College Prep School in Oakland, California!

 
April 20, 2012

Work began today on the grading and work is continuing on stuccoing the block walls.

 
September 9, 2012

The Side by Side mentoring program from the Ghoghanj Children's Center in Yerevan spent the day today working to prepare the flower beds for plantings. Thank you!

 
October 9, 2012

Ari's Playground is a complete!

 
July 25, 2019

The Paros Foundation is sad to have learned of the untimely passing of Mr. Vasken Laurancian, and we extend our condolences to his family and friends. Vasken's family has decided to support the ongoing maintenance and upkeep of Ari's Playground in his memory. His funeral will be held on Friday, July 26th at 12 noon at St. Peter Armenian Church in Van Nuys, California.

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September 9, 2016

Adopt A Classroom

Adopt A Classroom

Description

Representatives of The Paros Foundation have visited more than 100 schools throughout Armenia. While some schools have either been renovated thanks to the Armenian government or as a result of the generosity of international donors, many remain in deplorable conditions and have little hope of being renovated in the near future. These conditions affect both the ability for students to learn, as well as the health of students and teachers. How is a student supposed to learn if there are not proper desks, chairs or windows in the classroom?

The Paros Foundation will directly oversee the renovation of a classroom including addressing such elements as windows, doors, flooring, lighting, paint, chalk or white board and desks and chairs. Whenever possible, the school, students and their parents will be incorporated into the classroom remodel project to help build a sense of community and personal investment.

Region

Throughout Armenia

City / Village

Throughout Armenia

Start Date

June

End Date

August
Adopt A Classroom

Thank you to all our donors, we have met our fundraising goal.

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A typical Armenian classroom prior to renovation.
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Missing parquet flooring create hazards for children.
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Leaky roofs exist in many schools.
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Unsafe electrical wiring in many schools.
The Need
Many classrooms throughout Armenia’s schools remain in deplorable conditions. Children should not have to try and learn in these conditions. Because of substandard doors and windows, many classrooms become unusable in the winter months because of the cold. In addition, even schools with proper heating are affected negatively with insufficient warmth in the classrooms that have broken doors and windows. While the Armenian Government and others regularly engage in a campaign to remodel schools, they simply cannot meet the huge need.
Short Term Impact
The short-term impact will be the employment of at least two people to renovate the classroom for one month and the benefit to the local economy through the order for needed supplies and classroom furniture.
Long Term Impact
The long-term impact will benefit at least 10 years of students that will be able to take classes using the updated and modern classroom. This will have a huge psychological impact on both the students and teacher. In addition, the school will benefit from energy savings in the winter months.
Sponsors Benefits
Donors will be recognized with a plaque installed in the remodeled classroom and on The Paros Foundation Website.
Be the first to become a sponsor by donating to this project
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September 1, 2016

A Beacon of Hope for Armenians with Disabilities

A Beacon of Hope for Armenians with Disabilities

Description

The Paros Choir will host four concerts including three performances in the Earthquake affected towns (Spitak, Vanadzor and Gyumri) and a final concert in Yerevan. The audiences will include persons with disabilities, representatives of local authorities, businesses, and other decision makers. The local media will cover the events. A brief oral presentation of the project goals as well as a 3-minute video demonstrating the success of The Paros Choir (joint performance with the world-renowned tenor Placido Domingo, successful participation in international contests, etc.) will precede each of the concerts. The final concert in Yerevan will be preceded by a press conference aimed at securing a wider coverage of the project.

In compliance with its mission, the Paros Chamber Choir will be promoting active way of life and cultural inclusion for PWD by its concerts in the Earthquake affected zones and in the capital city of Armenia.

Duration: 6 months. Month 1: preparation phase. Months 2-5: concerts in the regions. Month 6 – press conference and final concert in Yerevan.

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Region

Lori, Shirak, Yerevan

City / Village

Gyumri, Spitak, Vanadzor, Yerevan

Start Date

Immediately

End Date

Concerts to be organized and held within six months.
$0 of $7,000 raised
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Donation Total: $100 One Time

The Need
Persons with Disabilities (PWD) in Armenia are mostly excluded from cultural activities. Due to the difficulties accessing cultural centers, concert halls, museums, etc., people with limited mobility, especially wheelchair users rarely have an opportunity to attend a concert or cultural event. In addition, public perceptions of PWD prevent their inclusion in cultural activities.
Short Term Impact
The audiences of the four concerts will be no less than 500 persons. The press conference will secure a wide coverage of the project outcomes, and the media reports will increase the number of people learning about the Choir and its activities to at least 15,000.
Long Term Impact
The success story of the Choir and its performances will encourage PWD to live a full life and will push decision makers to make the cultural facilities accessible. In a longer perspective, the rights of thousands of Armenians with disabilities will be promoted.
Sponsors Benefits
The names of the donors/supporters will be published on paros.am, unison.am, disability.am websites, in addition to The Paros Foundation website and in any appropriate press materials. Their names will also be listed in the concert programs published within the framework of the project. In addition, the organizers will thank the donors during each of the concerts. The organizers may also consider placing the donors’ banners on the stages of the concerts. The press release for the concluding press conference will include the names of all of the donors.
Be the first to become a sponsor by donating to this project
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July 25, 2016

Adopt A School Restroom

Adopt A School Restroom

Description

Representatives of The Paros Foundation have visited more than 100 schools throughout Armenia. While some schools have either been renovated thanks to the Armenian government or as a result of the generosity of international donors, many remain in deplorable conditions and have little hope of being renovated in the near future. These conditions affect both the ability for students to learn, as well as the health of students and teachers.

The Paros Foundation will directly oversee the renovation of the school bathroom including addressing such elements as windows, doors, flooring, lighting, paint, sinks, faucet and toilet. Whenever possible, the school staff, students and their parents will be incorporated into the classroom remodel project to help build a sense of community and personal investment.

Region

Throughout Armenia

City / Village

Throughout Armenia

Start Date

Immediately

End Date

One month after start date
$0 of $5,000 raised
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Donation Total: $100 One Time

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Many village schools are in horrible condition and need a complete remodel.
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Condition of many village school restrooms.
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Many restrooms do not even have Western style toilets.
The Need
Students need a dignified and clean restroom to use while attending school. Currently, many students have no option other than to use unsanitary restroom facilities, or, even worse, avoid using the restroom at all until they reach a more appropriate venue, which can lead to health issues in later life.
Short Term Impact
The reconstruction of a bathroom will employ a at least one craftsman and support the local economy through the purchase of necessary building materials and fixtures.
Long Term Impact
Hundreds of children will benefit from a modern, dignified bathroom to use while attending school.
Sponsors Benefits
Donors will be recognized with a plaque installed at the school and on The Paros Foundation Website.
Be the first to become a sponsor by donating to this project
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June 30, 2016

Orphaned Children’s Day Excursion 29

Orphaned Children Day Excursion 29

Description

More than 1,200 children live in Armenia’s 15 orphanages. These facilities provide for the children’s basic needs, but their limited budgets do not allow these children to participate in visits to popular historical sites, amusement parks, concerts, or attend cultural events.

Armenia’s orphan children should have the opportunity to experience popular cultural events, exhibits, and excursions. Many different activities and excursions can be organized for these children. The extent of the activity or trip is directly related to the sponsorship amount. For sponsorship amounts between $250 -$750 approximately 20 children and an appropriate number of chaperons will be able participate in a memorable activity. Please consider supporting multiple excursions for these children.

The Paros Foundation staff and volunteers will organize and oversee the excursion/activity. Opportunities to sponsor excursions for orphanages serving both disabled and non-disabled children exist. Whenever possible, our staff will work with the destination for the excursion to secure group pricing and/or discounts.

 

Region

Throughout Armenia

City / Village

Throughout Armenia

Start Date

Immediately
Orphaned Children’s Day Excursion 29

Thank you to all our donors, we have met our fundraising goal.

The Need
Armenia’s orphanages generally are able to provide for their children’s basic care, but limited funding does not allow these children to visit museums, historical sites and popular cultural events. Allowing a child a few hours of recreation and/or entertainment as a regular child greatly enhances his/her outlook on life and reduces the emotional complexes of being an orphan.
Short Term Impact
The short-term impact of this project will be the immediate employment of a bus driver, money being spent in Armenia’s local economy and most importantly the emotional and social benefits for 20 orphan children.
Long Term Impact
This project has considerable long-term emotional, educational and psychological benefits for the children, as they will be able to participate in activities that are above and beyond basic existence in an orphanage.
Sponsors Benefits
Your support of this project will be recognized at the relevant Orphanage, your name listed as a sponsor on the Paros Foundation website and in appropriate press related to this important project. The Paros Foundation stands ready to help you arrange a visit to the care facility when you are in Armenia.
Be the first to become a sponsor by donating to this project
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April 8, 2016

Support for the Kharpert Home

Support for the Kharpert Home for Special Children

Description

The Kharpert Home for Special Children is an orphanage located in the village of Nor Kharpert serving more than 250 children with varying degrees of developmental disabilities. The orphanage is a state run facility that receives governmental support to provide these vulnerable children with their basic care and education.

Children with disabilities in Armenia are generally kept sheltered from society. These children do not attend school, but rather attend classes at the orphanage and work on arts and crafts.
Furthermore, some of the children use wheelchairs, canes, walkers and other medical equipment to aid their mobility. Due to normal wear and tear, the home is often in need of outside aid in order to replace these much-needed items.

Sponsorship of this project will help obtain four new walkers for the children as well as support their arts and crafts program.

Region

Yerevan

City / Village

Nor Kharpert

Start Date

2015

End Date

2024
Support for the Kharpert Home

Thank you to all our donors, we have met our fundraising goal.

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Our generous donors delivering new walkers to the Kharpert Home for Special Children.
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Local residents help unload the new walkers.
The Need
Approximately 1,200 children live in Armenia’s 15 orphanages. While these facilities provide basic care for these children, their limited funding does not always allow for extracurricular activities such as arts & crafts. Also, additional funds are always needed to help obtain medical equipment vital to the children’s’ mobility.
Short Term Impact
In the short-term four walkers will be obtained and given to the children who need them at the Kharpert Home. Additionally, funds will be spent on their arts & crafts program and will help keep it running.
Long Term Impact
This project has considerable long-term benefits for the children. In the long-term the children will not have any issues having to go from place to place with broken or old medical equipment, hence strengthen their ability to be mobile. Also, the children will be positively impacted by the arts & crafts program for several more months to come.
Sponsors Benefits
Your donation to the Kharpert Home for Special Children will be recognized at the Center and your name listed as a sponsor on The Paros Foundation website and in appropriate press related to this important project. The Paros Foundation stands ready to help you arrange a visit to the Kharpert Home for Special Children when you are in Armenia.
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October 14, 2024
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Mr. & Mrs. Joseph & Karina Simonian

Newton, MA
In Honor Of Amanda Baranowsky December 22, 2021
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Mrs. Maral Hovsepian

Sun Valley, CA
In Memory Of Garbis Der Yeghiaian December 21, 2021
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Mr. Aris Hosikian

Australia
In Memory Of Samon Tavo July 25, 2018

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September 25, 2020

Our friends at the Kharpert Home are in need of repairs to their heating system before the onset of winter. Please consider supporting our efforts to complete these repairs.

  
By vespartech