Friends of Armenia
Friends of Armenia is a London-based registered charity (Charity number: 1089324) established in 2001. The organisation focuses on providing humanitarian aid, educational support, and community assistance to Armenians residing in Armenia, with particular emphasis on orphans, displaced children, the elderly, and single mothers[1][2][5].

History and Mission
Founded to address socio-economic challenges in Armenia, the charity operates through grants and targeted programs. Its mission emphasizes advancing education and alleviating financial hardship, particularly among vulnerable groups[5]. Over the years, it has organised initiatives such as funding educational projects, assisting orphanages, and arranging community outings, including annual Christmas events for children[1][2][5].

Activities
Friends of Armenia’s work includes:

• Educational support: Funding schooling initiatives and infrastructure improvements[2][5].
• Humanitarian aid: Delivering essential supplies and financial assistance to impoverished communities[1][5].
• Community programs: Facilitating outings for orphans and elderly individuals, as well as supporting single-parent households[5].

Structure and Funding
The charity operates as a grant-making organisation and receives funding through donations, with a reported annual income of £114,158 as of March 2021[5]. It is governed by trustees and adheres to UK charity regulations, focusing exclusively on Armenia-directed projects[3][5].

Note: A separate U.S.-based nonprofit, also named Friends of Armenia (established in 2009), operates under the National Peace Corps Association but is distinct from this UK entity[4].

[1] https://www.friendsofarmenia.org.uk/about.html [2] https://www.friendsofarmenia.org.uk [3] https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/3984399 [4] https://www.peacecorpsconnect.org/affiliate/friends-of-armenia/ [5] https://ngoexplorer.org/country/arm/show-charities?filter-skip=56