WELCOME! Since 1999, the Tufenkian Foundation has worked to build a just, democratic, and prosperous Armenia. We’re glad you’ve chosen to visit us, and hope that this site proves useful, informative, and inspiring to you.

Our vision is to see Armenia become a great and thriving nation, not one that merely survives. Our guiding principles combine social concern, a bold mindset, and strategic, entrepreneurial thinking. The result is an array of activities that continue to improve Armenia’s economy and society, despite our relatively modest budget.

Our projects mainly focus on

•    Serving youth
•    Rebuilding civil society
•    Rejuvenating cultural and spiritual life
•    Advocating for environmental protection and rehabilitation
•    Developing the strategic borderlands of Nagorno-Karabagh

These are often pioneering efforts, involving projects that are new, unproven, or previously ignored (so-called “venture philanthropy”). Some of these projects are somehow politically “sensitive” (e.g. assisting in the liberated territories of NKR). Others offer benefits that can ripple through multiple layers of society, often supporting “leaders and doers” who are motivated and visionary.

Our work is carried out by a small-but-dedicated staff based in Armenia, Karabagh, and the US. For details on our program areas, surf our website.