After displacement from Artsakh, a home-based baking business is helping one woman rebuild her livelihood with dignity through small business support.

Lorik Humanitarian Fund is honored to be the beneficiary of North Meets South Part 11 – Supporting Artsakh Families , a long-standing community initiative uniting Armenian young professionals from Northern and Southern California  in support of displaced Artsakh families in Armenia. Event Details North Meets South Part 11 unites Northern and Southern California Armenian communities in support of Artsakh families. North Meets South Part 11Sunday, January 18, 20262:00 PM – 6:00

Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Lorik Humanitarian Fund provided a small business development grant to cover the purchase and installation of a more energy-efficient heating system. This upgrade will: Significantly reduce operating costs Allow the guesthouse to remain open during the winter Stabilize income for the family Support long-term self-sufficiency rather than short-term aid This is what rebuilding looks like. Not handouts — but tools that

57 recipient of the Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship in Armenia. Refugee Students from Artsakh. Education for all

Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship fund - 37 Artsakh refugees funded already Dear Friends and Supporters, We’re writing today to share two meaningful updates from our community — one reflecting urgent, life-changing impact, and another honoring the memory of a life through generosity and compassion. Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship Fund — Latest Update Thanks to your continued support, the Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship Fund , which serves students forcibly displaced from Artsakh , has r

Lorik Humanitarian Fund continues to support displaced Artsakh students pursuing higher education in Armenia through its scholarship program. In the latest update, 28 students have received financial support, while 92 applications were submitted — highlighting both the impact of the program and the growing need among students affected by forced displacement. This educational support complements Lorik Humanitarian Fund’s broader work providing permanent housing for displaced A

Dear Supporters,   We have a lot of meaningful updates to share with you this week, each one made possible by your generosity and trust in our work. Below you’ll find short stories, videos, and photos showing exactly how your support is helping families rebuild their lives with dignity. In a single week, Lorik Humanitarian Fund carried out multiple initiatives supporting Armenian families forcibly displaced from Artsakh — from small business assistance and emergency roof repa

Martuni, Artsakh photos displayed at Memory as Healing event supported by Lorik Fund A few weeks ago, we shared the first preview images from an important project created by the people of Martuni, Artsakh . Today, we’re sharing the story behind the photographs. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters, Lorik Humanitarian Fund  sponsored the printing of a powerful photo book of Martuni , created by its own residents. These photos are not from years ago, nor from a peaceful t

Dear Friends and Supporters, Strong partnerships are essential to providing meaningful, long-term support for Armenian families forcibly displaced from Artsakh. Lorik Humanitarian Fund is grateful for the partnership with Hye Hopes, whose support helps expand housing, humanitarian, and community programs for displaced families rebuilding their lives in Armenia. This partnership strengthens Lorik Humanitarian Fund’s work providing permanent housing for displaced Artsakh famili

A Beautiful Update From One of Our Families — Garo & Sevan’s Growing Agro-Business Dear Friends and Supporters, I’m very happy to share an update from one of our beneficiary families, Garo, Sevan, and their daughter Maral , now living in Mikhayelovka village  in the Lori region. Many of you will remember their story: Garo and Sevan originally came to Armenia from Syria  during the Syrian civil war. After the 2020 war in Artsakh, Lorik Humanitarian Fund helped relocate their f

Displaced Artsakh students supported through the Aznavour Saghyan Scholarship Fund in Armenia

Gyumri arts studio supported by Lorik Humanitarian Fund providing creative programs for displaced Artsakh Armenian families In the heart of Gyumri, a lively arts studio has been flourishing over the last ten months. The "Tsil Arts Studio" has become a nurturing haven for children to explore their creativity. Thanks to dedicated funding, we are proud to offer free classes in various artistic disciplines. From puppet making to pottery, children are not just learning skills; the

On Tuesday, September 30, I had the honor of visiting the Armenian Prelacy of Canada in Montreal, accompanied by Dn. Zaven Der Sahaguian , Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Sourp Kevork Armenian Apostolic Church of Laval . Lorik Humanitarian Fund recently paid a heartfelt visit to the Armenian Prelacy of Canada to share updates on its work supporting Armenian families forcibly displaced from Artsakh. The visit provided an opportunity to discuss ongoing housing, humani

Martuni, Artsakh Photo Book premier For Armenian families forcibly displaced from Artsakh, memory plays a vital role in healing, identity, and continuity. After losing homes, communities, and places of deep personal meaning, preserving stories and shared experiences helps individuals process trauma and rebuild a sense of belonging in Armenia. Lorik Humanitarian Fund supports initiatives that honor memory as a path toward healing for displaced Artsakh families. This work compl

At Lorik Humanitarian Fund, we believe that investing in young talent is one of the most powerful ways to strengthen the future of Artsakh and Armenia. Davit’s journey from displacement to international achievement reflects the power of sustained support and opportunity. After being forcibly displaced from Artsakh, Davit continued to pursue his passion for chess in Armenia, supported by donors committed to helping young people rebuild their futures. His recent chess victory i

Lorik Humanitarian Fund has helped provide a permanent home in Armenia to the family of an Artsakh hero who lost his life defending his homeland. After enduring profound loss and forced displacement from Artsakh, the family can now begin rebuilding their lives with stability, dignity, and security.

This summer, our beloved Tsil Puppet Studio, based in Gyumri and proudly financed by Lorik Fund, brought smiles, stories, and song to the far southern reaches of Armenia. Over the course of eight days, the troupe traveled through 14 villages and towns in the Syunik region, sharing the magic of puppet theatre, traditional Armenian culture, and hands-on creativity with hundreds of children and families.

This past week, the Lorik Fund, in partnership with the beloved Artsakh Tsil Puppet Studio, completed a meaningful and joyful series of 15 puppet shows across the Syunik region, bringing smiles, creativity, and connection to children living in some of Armenia’s most vulnerable border villages.

Lorik Humanitarian Fund recently marked another milestone with the home blessing of its 12th permanent home for an Armenian family forcibly displaced from Artsakh. After losing their home and community, this family has now resettled in Armenia with stability, safety, and dignity.

Last month I was back in Armenia to oversee our ongoing projects and visit our beneficiaries. I was able to visit 8 of our beneficiary families. It was a pleasure seeing families that lost everything rebuilding their lives. One of the most rewarding visits was to Marat's family, which had been blessed with their first son, Monte, in December. Photos of our beneficiary families. These families have a permanent (until we return to Artsakh) home in Armenia thanks to your supp