Who We Are

The Zartonk Foundation is a nonprofit organization established to support independent Armenian media, cultural preservation, public education, and community resilience.

Founded by the team behind Zartonk Media, the Foundation exists to ensure that essential Armenian stories, institutions, and initiatives can be sustained beyond news cycles, social media algorithms, or political pressure.

While Zartonk Media focuses on journalism and reporting, the Zartonk Foundation supports the broader ecosystem that allows independent Armenian voices to endure.

The Foundation operates independently, transparently, and without political or corporate influence. Its work is grounded in the belief that a strong Armenian future depends on knowledge, memory, and institutional continuity.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Zartonk Foundation is to strengthen Armenian communities by supporting independent media, preserving cultural and historical truth, and advancing education and public understanding.

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Our Vision

We envision Armenian communities—both in the homeland and the diaspora—that are informed, resilient, and equipped to safeguard their history, identity, and collective future.

We believe that Armenian continuity depends not only on survival, but on the ability to understand our past accurately, engage the present honestly, and prepare responsibly for the future. This requires independent media, preserved cultural memory, and educational initiatives that strengthen critical thinking and long-term awareness.

Our vision is of an Armenian public sphere where knowledge is not diluted, history is not distorted, and institutions are built to endure beyond moments of crisis. Through sustained support for independent journalism, cultural preservation, and education, the Zartonk Foundation seeks to help ensure that Armenian identity, experience, and truth remain intact and accessible for generations to come.

What We Do

The Zartonk Foundation supports initiatives in the following focus areas:

  • We provide resources and institutional backing to protect independent Armenian journalism from financial instability, censorship, and external pressure.

    This includes:

    • Media sustainability initiatives

    • Investigative and public-interest reporting support

    • Training and capacity-building for journalists

  • We support projects that document, preserve, and amplify Armenian cultural heritage, historical memory, and lived experience.

    This includes:

    • Archival and documentation projects

    • Cultural and educational programming

    • Support for research, exhibitions, and publications

  • We invest in educational initiatives that promote media literacy, historical understanding, and informed public discourse within Armenian communities.

    This includes:

    • Educational resources and programming

    • Public discussions and forums

    • Research and analytical work

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Guiding Principles

All Zartonk Foundation activities are guided by the following principles:

Independence:

We do not accept funding that compromises our mission or integrity.

Transparency:

We are committed to responsible stewardship and clear reporting.

Public Benefit:

All initiatives are designed to serve Armenian communities and the broader public.

Accuracy:

Our work prioritizes truth, evidence, and historical integrity.

Nonpartisanship:

The Foundation is not affiliated with any political party, entity, or government.

Relationship to Zartonk Media

The Zartonk Foundation is a separate nonprofit entity that supports and complements the mission of Zartonk Media.

While Zartonk Media operates as an independent media/news organization with full editorial autonomy, the Foundation exists to:

  • Support long-term sustainability

  • Enable educational and cultural initiatives

  • Provide institutional continuity

The Foundation does not influence editorial decisions.

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Get Involved

The Zartonk Foundation welcomes support from individuals and institutions who share our commitment to independent Armenian media, cultural preservation, and education.

Ways to support include:

  • Donations

  • Aligned partnerships

  • Collaboration on mission-driven projects

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