FASF, Friends of the Armenian Soldier and Family, is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the fallen and disabled Armenian soldiers and their families.  Specifically, FASF is an online fundraising platform that will bridge the gap between the diaspora and our brave heroes in Armenia through ongoing monthly contributions that support these families as they regain their strength, rebuild their lives, and return to contributing to their communities.

FASF partners with organizations on the ground in Armenia to deliver career training programs, rehabilitation services, and support for the everyday lives of these surviving veterans and the families of those who have fallen. Through a model that considers needs, capabilities, and motivation, FASF will create lasting impact to ensure that the Armenian hero and his family can grow and prosper as a complete part of society.

FASF envisions a world in which Armenians in the diaspora feel a shared responsibility to continuously support the needs of our veterans — a duty that is expressed through continuous monthly contributions.  Please visit FASF.org to learn more about their efforts and their first grant recipient the Insurance Foundation for Servicemen.  Consider becoming a Friend and Donate to FASF on its mission of creating a culture of continuous support for the families of the fallen and injured Armenian Soldiers.

Karakert was the first village community where COAF launched its efforts, with the renovation of one of the local schools being the first major project implemented. COAF soon realized the needs in villages went beyond just infrastructure improvements, and created education, healthcare, social services and economic development programs designed with a community-based holistic approach in mind.

COAF remains committed to providing children, youth and their families with opportunities to realize their potential and reach for the stars. Empowering people living throughout rural Armenia, has brought about dramatic results in terms of individuals defining their own futures and being active participants in the ushering of a New Armenia after enduring many setbacks throughout history.

They started with one village in 2003 and today COAFs innovative programs and infrastructure projects have changed the lives of over 107,000 people across 64 villages in 6 provinces of Armenia, with an overall investment of $50 million.

Please visit COAF.org to learn more about their efforts and consider donating to further advance their plans.