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Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation is a private corporation based in TACOMA, WA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2015. The principal officer is Gregory Semerdjian. It holds total assets of $586K. Annual income is reported at $71K. Total assets have grown from $471K in 2013 to $591K in 2023. The foundation is governed by 2 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in Washington and New York. According to available records, Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation has made 72 grants totaling $151K, with a median grant of $500. Annual giving has grown from $21K in 2020 to $33K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $63K distributed across 30 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $15K, with an average award of $2K. The foundation has supported 28 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Washington, California, New York, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 4 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$150
Median Grant
$500
Average Grant
$2K
Largest Grant
$15K
Based on 15 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 72 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in WA, CA, NY.
Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation has distributed a total of $151K across 72 grants. The median grant size is $500, with an average of $2K. Individual grants have ranged from $150 to $15K.
Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Zari And Gregory Semerdjian Charitable Foundation is headquartered in TACOMA, WA. While based in WA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 4 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zari Semerdjian | PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Gregory Semerdjian | SECRETARY/TREASURER/DIRECT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$40K
Total Assets
$591K
Fair Market Value
$628K
Net Worth
$591K
Grants Paid
$33K
Contributions
$30K
Net Investment Income
$16K
Distribution Amount
$28K
Total: $562K
Total Grants
72
Total Giving
$151K
Average Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$500
Unique Recipients
28
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tacoma Youth ChorusSUPPORT YOUTH CHOIR | Tacoma, WA | $15K | 2023 |
| Tacoma Symphony OrchestraSUPPORT TACOMA MUSICAL ARTS | Tacoma, WA | $4K | 2023 |
| Ywca Pierce CountySUPPORT TRANSFORMING LIVES THROUGH SAFETY, HEALING, AND EMPOWERMENT | Tacoma, WA | $3K | 2023 |
| Ywca405 BROADWAY | Tacoma, WA | $3K | 2023 |
| Armenian General Benevolent Union (Agbu)SUPPORT UPHOLDING THE ARMENIAN HERITAGE | New York, NY | $3K | 2023 |
| Tacoma OperaSUPPORT COMMUNITY OPERA | Tacoma, WA | $2K | 2023 |
| Diocese Of The Armenian Church Of America (Eastern)SUPPORT THE ARMENIAN RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY | New York, WA | $1K | 2023 |
| Greentike (Children'S Museum Of Tacoma)SUPPORT PROGRAMMING AND ADVOCACY FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN PIERCE COUNTY | Tacoma, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| St Sarkis Armenian Church Of San DiegoSUPPORT ARMENIAN RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY | San Diego, CA | $500 | 2023 |
| St Nersess Armenian Seminary IncSUPPORT EDUCATION OF FUTURE ARMENIAN CHURCH LEADERS | Armonk, NY | $500 | 2023 |
| Executive Council For The Job Carr Cabin MuseumSUPPORT TACOMA HISTORY MUSEUM | Tacoma, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| The Fuller Center For HousingSUPPORT THE CONSTRUCTION OF HOUSES TO ELIMINATE POVERTY HOUSING | Americus, GA | $500 | 2023 |
| Community Health CareSUPPORT HIGHEST QUALITY HEALTH CARE WITH COMPASSIONATE AND ACCESSIBLE SERVICE | Tacoma, WA | $500 | 2023 |
| Seattle Art MuseumSUPPORT WORLD-CLASS VISUAL ARTS IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST | Seattle, WA | $450 | 2023 |
| Seattle Children'S HospitalSUPPORT HELPING EVERY CHILD LIVE THE HEALTHIEST & MOST FULFILLING LIFE POSSIBLE | Seattle, WA | $250 | 2023 |
| Kbtc AssociationSUPPORT EDUCATIONAL KIDS AND YOUTH SHOWS | Tacoma, WA | $250 | 2023 |
| KctsSUPPORT COMMUNITY MEDIA TO INSPIRE A SMARTER WORLD | Seattle, WA | $250 | 2023 |
| Catherine PlaceSUPPORT WOMEN'S CENTER PROGRAMS | Tacoma, WA | $250 | 2023 |
| Museum Of GlassSUPPORT A GLASSMAKING VENUE SHAPING THE FUTURE OF GLASS | Tacoma, WA | $175 | 2023 |
| Tunnel To TowersSUPPORT THE FAMILIES OF AMERICAN HEROES | Staten Island, NY | $150 | 2023 |
| Lakewold GardensSUPPORT EXPANDING ACCESS TO NATURE | Lakewood, WA | $500 | 2022 |