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ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY INC

For the People with the People

aka ARS   |   Watertown, MA   |  www.ars1910.org

Mission

TO SERVE THE HUMANITARIAN NEEDS OF THE ARMENIAN PEOPLE AND SEEK TO PRESERVE THE CULTURAL IDENTITY OF THE ARMENIAN NATION THROUGHOUT THE WORLD

Ruling year info

1949

Chairperson

Arouyak Melkonian

Main address

80 Bigelow Ave 3rd Floor

Watertown, MA 02472 USA

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EIN

04-2219512

NTEE code info

Philanthropy / Charity / Voluntarism Promotion (General) (T50)

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ARS Soseh Kindergarten

Established in 1998, the first “Soseh” Kindergarten opened its doors in Stepanakert for the children of soldiers of the Artsakh war. ARS expanded the “Soseh” kindergartens program into the villages of Artsakh; Metz Tagher, Ashan, Akanberd, Shoushi, Togh, Qaregah, and Khndzrisdan. Soon, “Soseh” kindergartens started operating in Bulgaria in the cities of Sofia, Plovdiv, Varna, Burgas and Rousseh.
Today, there are over 400 children who attend “Soseh” kindergartens, both in Artsakh and Bulgaria, where the children learn and play in a happy and safe environment. Since 1998, over 2,300 children have enjoyed the warmth and nurturing care of these kindergartens.

Population(s) Served
Infants and toddlers
Children and youth

The ARS “Mother and Child” Health and Birthing Center was established in 1997. The Medical Center serves the Akhourian regional community which has a population of around 40,000. The Center registers more than 1,200 births annually. The ARS provides financial support to ensure healthy births at the Center through its “Sponsor a Birth” program.
The Center is equipped with technical facilities such as Ultra Sound and X-Ray equipment which provide diagnostic services. Moreover, pediatric, obstetric and gynecological services are provided by the medical staff. Expectant mothers are provided with education about parenthood, healthy living and personal hygiene.
By the decision of the Republic of Armenia Health Ministry, on April 10, 2014, in appreciation of high quality services, the “Mother & Child” Health and Birthing Center was granted the “Title of 2nd Highest Degree” in the Medical Assistance field

Population(s) Served
Families
Parents

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ARMENIAN RELIEF SOCIETY INC

Board of directors
as of 01/22/2024
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Arousyak Melkonian

Armenian Relief Society, Inc

Term: 2023 - 2027

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 1/15/2024
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