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Oct 06
New Partnership Kicks Off for “Come to Svarants”
The Tufenkian Foundation and IDBank have announced a partnership for the «Ե՛կ Սվարանց» (Come to Svarants) program. Through IDBank’s corporate social responsibility initiative “Side by Side”, the first kindergarten in Svarants will be established in the renovated community center.
Sep 29
“Stories of Miracles from Artsakh” Presented in Yerevan
The new book Stories of Miracles from Artsakh was officially launched in Yerevan, offering readers a powerful window into Artsakh’s centuries-old Christian heritage and the spiritual traditions of its people. Available in both Armenian and English, the volume was compiled by the Diocese of the Armenian Apostolic Church of Artsakh and published with the support of the Tufenkian Foundation and Save Armenia.
Sep 23
“Ashes of Our Fathers” Armenian Edition Unveiled Ahead Artsakh Armenians’ Deportation Anniversary
The Armenian edition of “Ashes of Our Fathers: Inside the Fall of Nagorno-Karabakh” by British journalist and Politico correspondent Gabriel Gavin was unveiled on September 18, 2025, on the eve of the second anniversary of the deportation of 120,000 Armenians from Artsakh.
Mar 21
Tufenkian Foundation Launches Poultry Farming Initiative in Syunik within the “STRIVE” Program
The initiative is part of EU and NEF Belgium co-funded “STRIVE” program’s joint actions and Tufenkian’s Syunik Village Revitalization Program. In addition to helping residents in Svarants become more resilient, this initiative will also contribute to the wider economy of the Tatev Municipality, addressing the increasing demand for locally produced eggs.
Feb 28
Tufenkian Foundation Joins Appeal to Free Armenian Philanthropist Ruben Vardanyan from Azerbaijani Captivity
Now 18 months into captivity, under wretched conditions and charged with committing crimes against the Azerbaijani state by standing on the side of the Armenians of Nagorno- Karabagh during the 2020 war and its aftermath, Mr. Vardanyan recently went on a hunger strike. His intention is to underscore the urgent need for international intervention to prevent further violations of his basic human right to a fair trial that conforms with international laws of justice.
Dec 27
From Artsakh to Armenia, Revitalizing Communities
As we close another year, we proudly celebrate our 25th anniversary — a milestone reflecting our commitment to Armenia and Artsakh's people. At the same time, 2024 has seen profound transformations that have affected our work and overall approach.
Dec 03
Giving Tuesday 2024: Rebuilding Lives and Warming Homes
This Giving Tuesday, join us in continuing this vital work. Your gift will help displaced families rebuild their lives, stay warm this winter, and find hope for the future.
Oct 15
World Food Programme and Tufenkian Foundation Partner to Revitalize Syunik Region
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed with the World Food Programme, marking the beginning of a collaboration to revitalize Syunik villages. This partnership addresses key challenges such as depopulation, deteriorating infrastructure, and limited economic opportunities in the region.
Oct 07
Tufenkian Foundation celebrates its 25th anniversary
The Tufenkian Foundation marked its 25th anniversary with a special event held on October 3, 2024, in Yerevan's Tufenkian Heritage Hotel, bringing together many long-time supporters, beneficiaries, NGO representatives, government officials, and new friends to celebrate a quarter-century of life-changing work in Armenia and Artsakh.
Jul 12
Displaced Artsakh Families Receive Farm Animals
Cows, pigs and chickens! Artsakh resettlers in the Tatev and Goris municipalities received various farm animals as part of our livelihood support program in Syunik.
Jun 14
Tufenkian Foundation Opens New Goris Office for its Syunik Initiatives
This strategic expansion will enable us to closely monitor and support our new initiatives in the Syunik province, with a particular focus on its revitalization program for the village of Svarants, situated near the historic Tatev Monastery.
May 30
Renowned Cartographer Rouben Galichian Releases His Latest Work
Esteemed cartographer Rouben Galichian recently presented his latest book, “Armenia and its Borders,” at an event held at the Akian Art Gallery of the American University of Armenia (AUA). The event, co-organized by the AUA’s AGBU Papazian Library and the Tufenkian Foundation, drew around 70 attendees, including academics, students, and community members eager to explore the historical evolution and the geopolitical nuances of Armenia’s boundaries.
Apr 16
Detroit Armenians Briefed On Latest Artsakh Developments
The event served as an informative platform for raising awareness in the Detroit Armenian community about the difficulties faced by Artsakh Armenians and efforts to support them.
Mar 04
Celebrating Children and Families: Family and Community Center in Artik Marks Fourth Anniversary, Inaugurates Extension.
The Family and Community NGO Center in Artik recently celebrated its fourth anniversary with the official opening of the center's new expansion, made possible through the generous support of the "Armen and Gloria Hampar Family Foundation."
Feb 14
Tufenkian Provides Chemistry Lab Equipment to All of Syunik’s Schools
In an official ceremony held at the First Kapan School, the Tufenkian Foundation provided chemistry laboratory kits for 104 schools in the Syunik region.
Jan 17
New Social Services Center Opens in Syunik
In November 2023, the Tufenkian Foundation partnered with the Armenian Association of Social Workers (AASW) to open a social services center in Goris to help displaced families.
Jan 12
Home Heating for Artsakh Refugees
Together with our partners from the "Honorable and Secure Syunik" and the “We Are Our Mountains” NGOs, we supplied 200 Artsakh families with stoves to heat their homes along with over 220 metric tons of firewood.
Dec 10
Tufenkian Foundation Event Held in Chicago
A festive evening in Chicago, as local Armenians gathered at the Oscar Isberian Rugs gallery to hear about our Foundation's work in Armenia.
Nov 20
Emergency Preparedness in Syunik
At the invitation of Syunik Provincial Governor Robert Ghukasyan, in November a Tufenkian delegation conducted a field visit in the Syunik Province to assess emergency preparedness in the area. The delegation was led by Colonel Stéphane Sadak, a French-Armenian and the former head of France’s South-East Civil Defense and Security Zone, based in Lyon.