DISTRIBUTIONS 2025
SEPTEMBER
More than 100 children displaced from Artsakh, together with their parents from Gyumri, Yerevan, and Etchmiadzin, visited the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin with the support of SOAR.
The pilgrimage to Etchmiadzin, under the motto “Patriotism begins with the knowledge of the homeland”, included visits to:
⛪️ Saint Hripsime Church
⛪️ Saint Shoghakat Church
⛪️ Saint Gayane Church
⛪️ Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin
Alex and Marie Manoogian Treasury House
Ruben Sevak Museum
The SOAR always stands by the people of Artsakh and, through its programs, contributes both to addressing their social needs and to their integration.
Before
AUGUST
14 children from Children’s Home of Gyumri were able to go on a retreat from July 29 to August 2 at an Armenian camp in Sevan. The camp is fully equipped to accommodate children with special needs, allowing them to feel comfortable, enjoy water therapy and boating on Sevan and return with wonderful emotions and a sense of comfort.
JULY
Continued monthly assistance with diapers for all the beneficiaries of the Ada Keshishyants Social Rehabilitation Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities
From July 15–19, an Eco Camp was organized at the SOLENA Day Care Center with participants from displaced Artsakh families. The age group was 9–14 years old.
The children at OLA Summer Camp received a special treat of ice cream and biscuits thanks to the SOAR Philadelphia Juniors!
An excursion to Ostrich Park for the residents of Dzorak Care Center, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
The young ladies of Nakashian Children’s Support Center (Mer Hooys) were able to take a summer retreat at Aghveran Park Resort Hotel, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Below is the translation of the gratitude letter:
“During this trip, the children enjoyed the fresh mountain air of Aghveran, had the opportunity to admire the beautiful nature and visited the historical and ancient church of the village of Bjni. Your support continues to bring hope and joy to our children. Two days filled with joy, laughter, and warm memories for our girls in Aghveran Park Resort hotel. Heartfelt thanks to our long-time supporter SOAR for making this unforgettable experience possible. These were truly special days that will stay with us for a long time…A video capturing the highlights of these magical moments”
An excursion to Ostrich Park for the children of Children’s Home of Gyumri, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Javakh Summer Camp, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Summer retreat for the children at Mari Izmirlyan Orphanage, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
JUNE
Continued diaper assistance was given to all 36 beneficiaries of the Ada Center, including local elderly.
A new refrigerator and food stipend for Warm Hearth funded by SOAR New York.
SOAR paid the rehabilitation for Mariam Yeranosyan at ArtMed Rehabilitation Center. Mariam had suffered a severe stroke and has two young children.
June 1st celebration at Ostrich Park for the residents of Sisters of Charity, Spitak, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Graduation celebration and gifts for Anahit Sargsyan and Karine Antanosyan of Our Lady of Armenia Annie Bezikian Center, Kanaker.
June 1st celebration at Ostrich Park for the residents of Nakashian Children’s Support Center, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Furnishings for the new SOLENA Center.
MAY
June 1st celebration at Ostrich Park for the children of Sisters of Charity, Bethlehem, funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
June 1st celebration at Ostrich Park for the children of Yerevan Special School #11 (Nubarashen), funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Hygiene supplies for the residents of Our Lady of Armenia Annie Bezikian Center, funded by the SOAR New York City Chapter.
A new computer for Javakh Education and Cultural Youth Center
APRIL
With responsibility toward the past, with hope toward the future.
For its 20th anniversary, the Society for Orphaned Armenian Relief (SOAR) has launched a symbolic initiative.
On April 24, Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day, SOAR, and its partner organizations in Armenia and in Diaspora planted 20 trees in memory of the 1.5 million innocent victims of Genocide and as a symbol of life and resilience.
A new gas stove with its ventilation system, a sewing machine, and an electric oven for Our Lady of Armenia Annie Bezikian Center, Kanaker, funded by the SOAR New York City Chapter.
EASTER CELEBRATIONS
New flooring for the SOAR Transitional Center, Gyumri
Monthly Bread Stipend for Prkutyun
Healing Harbor Project – Armenian Evangelical Boarding School (AEBS)
Healing Harbor is a vital mental health center dedicated to supporting the well-being of children and adolescents.
Born from a pilot phase with students of the Armenian Evangelical Boarding School and a thorough needs assessment, the center aims to provide comprehensive care through a team of specialists, including psychologists, a psychomotor therapist, a speech therapist, and a special educator. By addressing psychological, cognitive, and developmental challenges, Healing Harbor will create a nurturing environment where students receive the tailored support they need to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
To make this vision a reality, financial support is essential to initiate the center, ensure its sustainability, expand its services, and reach more students in need.
The project construction will begin in April 2025.
Follow us through the progress as we make this a reality for the children of AEBS.
MARCH
Diapers for the patients of the Ada Keshishyants Social Rehabilitation Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities
FEBRUARY
New color laser printer for Our Lady of Armenia Educational Center, Tashir
JANUARY
New sewer system installed at Warm Hearth 3rd Village funded by the Harold and Josephine Gulamerian Armenian Orphan Fund.
Bread stipend for Prkutyun funded by the New Jersey Juniors