Armenian non-profits, charities, cultural centers and community organizations based in Glendale.
Glendale is the organisational centre of the Armenian diaspora in the United States, so a disproportionate share of the community infrastructure sits here: relief organisations, cultural centers, education funds and groups that formed around a specific need and never stopped. Several of these have been running longer than most of their donors have been alive.
Many of these are registered 501(c)(3) organisations, in which case donations are tax deductible. Ask for the EIN and check it against the IRS exempt organizations database before giving a significant amount. It is also worth asking what proportion of a donation reaches the programme versus overheads, which reputable organisations answer without hesitation.
Most of these organisations need volunteer hours more than they need another small cheque, particularly for events, tutoring and elder support. If you have a professional skill, say so, because an organisation that cannot afford a bookkeeper or a web developer will put it to use immediately.
There are currently 10 Armenian non-profits listed in Glendale, pulled live from the SupportArmenian directory rather than hand-picked, so the list stays current as listings are added and claimed. Run one of these businesses? Add or claim your listing — it is free.