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Armenia School Foundation, Inc.
3628 San Fernando Road, #1
Glendale, CA 91204
URL:www.armeniaschoolfoundation.org
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Annette Kiureghian
[email protected]
The Armenia School Foundation (ASF) Raises over $100,000 at the 5th
Anniversary Gala Celebration
Glendale, California, June 23, 2008 - The Armenia School Foundation (ASF
USA), a non-profit organization dedicated to refurnishing schools in
Armenia and Karabagh, hosted a gala banquet on May 31 to celebrate its 5th
Anniversary, at Homenetmen Ararat Center.
The evening marked the second annual banquet for ASF since its inception
in May 2003. `ASF's 2008 goal is to furnish 12 new schools in regions of
Armavir, Aragatsotn, and Karabagh'said Armen Abrahamian, chairman of the
Board. `Tonight, with the support and generous donations from friends and
community members, we were able to raise more than $100,000 in donations
and raffle sales, which will be allocated for the refurnishing of the new
schools.'
The gala was attended by 250 friends, supporters, representatives of
media and community organizations as well as public figures such as Armen
Liloyan, Council General of the Republic of Armenia in LA, California
Assemblyman Paul Krekorian, Former Glendale Mayors Ara Najarian, Steve
Artinian, Chairman of the Homenetmen Western US Region, and Dr. Alina
Dorian who delivered the welcoming remarks.
During the evening, ASF was recognized for its achievements by all key
speakers, Armen Liloyan, Paul Krekorian and Ara Najarian, praising the
foundation's commitment, unique role in the future of Armenia's children,
as well as its impressive record during five short years. A 5th
Anniversary booklet was provided to all guests present. The booklet
features commendation and congratulatory letters from Arnold
Schwarzenegger, Governor of California, Glendale Mayor's office, and
community organizations.
A special video presentation made in Armenia, captured the essence of
ASF's mission while demonstrating the effects of change brought to the
classrooms. `ASF has a single yet important goal and one can witness the
results of their work almost instantaneously.' said Vahe Aghabegians,
Executive Director of Armenia Fund during a taped interview. Levon
Lazarian, the Education Minister of Armenia, also send his congratulatory
message commending ASF's work. `The joy and excitement of our efforts
could be seen on the faces of the young schoolchildren once presented with
their new class furniture. This successful event encourages us to expand
our promotional efforts to include more Armenian communities in California
and other states in the US so we can address the needs of the schools in
Armenia promptly.' said Abrahamian.
Other highlights of the evening were the dance performances by Nairi
Hamazkain- Valley Chapter's Dance Group and the raffle drawing which
declared Mrs. Karineh Carapetian to be 2008's grand prize winner. ASF
wishes Mrs. Carapetian and her spouse a very joyous and safe trip to
Armenia.
The Armenia School Foundation (ASF USA) is a non profit organization,
founded in May 2003. ASF USA strives to provide new furniture for remote
schools in various regions of Armenia and Karabagh to enhance the learning
environment. ASF has provided over 8,000 sets of furnishings to-date to
over 180 schools with funds collected worldwide. For more information
about ASF's completed and current projects, please visit
www.armeniaschoolfoundation.org.
3628 San Fernando Road, #1
Glendale, CA 91204
URL:www.armeniaschoolfoundation.org
PRESS RELEASE
Contact: Annette Kiureghian
[email protected]
The Armenia School Foundation (ASF) Raises over $100,000 at the 5th
Anniversary Gala Celebration
Glendale, California, June 23, 2008 - The Armenia School Foundation (ASF
USA), a non-profit organization dedicated to refurnishing schools in
Armenia and Karabagh, hosted a gala banquet on May 31 to celebrate its 5th
Anniversary, at Homenetmen Ararat Center.
The evening marked the second annual banquet for ASF since its inception
in May 2003. `ASF's 2008 goal is to furnish 12 new schools in regions of
Armavir, Aragatsotn, and Karabagh'said Armen Abrahamian, chairman of the
Board. `Tonight, with the support and generous donations from friends and
community members, we were able to raise more than $100,000 in donations
and raffle sales, which will be allocated for the refurnishing of the new
schools.'
The gala was attended by 250 friends, supporters, representatives of
media and community organizations as well as public figures such as Armen
Liloyan, Council General of the Republic of Armenia in LA, California
Assemblyman Paul Krekorian, Former Glendale Mayors Ara Najarian, Steve
Artinian, Chairman of the Homenetmen Western US Region, and Dr. Alina
Dorian who delivered the welcoming remarks.
During the evening, ASF was recognized for its achievements by all key
speakers, Armen Liloyan, Paul Krekorian and Ara Najarian, praising the
foundation's commitment, unique role in the future of Armenia's children,
as well as its impressive record during five short years. A 5th
Anniversary booklet was provided to all guests present. The booklet
features commendation and congratulatory letters from Arnold
Schwarzenegger, Governor of California, Glendale Mayor's office, and
community organizations.
A special video presentation made in Armenia, captured the essence of
ASF's mission while demonstrating the effects of change brought to the
classrooms. `ASF has a single yet important goal and one can witness the
results of their work almost instantaneously.' said Vahe Aghabegians,
Executive Director of Armenia Fund during a taped interview. Levon
Lazarian, the Education Minister of Armenia, also send his congratulatory
message commending ASF's work. `The joy and excitement of our efforts
could be seen on the faces of the young schoolchildren once presented with
their new class furniture. This successful event encourages us to expand
our promotional efforts to include more Armenian communities in California
and other states in the US so we can address the needs of the schools in
Armenia promptly.' said Abrahamian.
Other highlights of the evening were the dance performances by Nairi
Hamazkain- Valley Chapter's Dance Group and the raffle drawing which
declared Mrs. Karineh Carapetian to be 2008's grand prize winner. ASF
wishes Mrs. Carapetian and her spouse a very joyous and safe trip to
Armenia.
The Armenia School Foundation (ASF USA) is a non profit organization,
founded in May 2003. ASF USA strives to provide new furniture for remote
schools in various regions of Armenia and Karabagh to enhance the learning
environment. ASF has provided over 8,000 sets of furnishings to-date to
over 180 schools with funds collected worldwide. For more information
about ASF's completed and current projects, please visit
www.armeniaschoolfoundation.org.