Adopt A Classroom

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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

Gallery Images

A typical Armenian classroom prior to renovation.



Missing parquet flooring create hazards for children.



Leaky roofs exist in many schools.



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.
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A Beacon of Hope for Armenians with Disabilities

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Description

The Paros Chamber Choir uses music to promote inclusion and create opportunities for people with disabilities to participate fully in Armenia’s cultural life. The choir brings communities together through meaningful performances that encourage awareness, connection, and equal participation.

Known for its artistic excellence and inspiring mission, the choir gives talented individuals with disabilities a platform to share their voices, build confidence, and engage with audiences in a powerful way. Participants are eager to grow, perform, and continue expanding the choir’s impact.

With continued support, the Paros Chamber Choir can reach more communities, strengthen inclusive cultural programs, and help create a society where people with disabilities are recognized, valued, and empowered through the arts.

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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.

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.
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Adopt A School Restroom

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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

Gallery Images

Many village schools are in horrible condition and need a complete remodel.



Condition of many village school restrooms.



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.
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