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Welcome to the Armenian Relief Society - Western USA

The Armenian Relief Society serves the social, health and welfare needs of the community; promotes the Armenian language and culture; provides financial assistance to students; assists victims of natural disasters and wars; fosters the spirit of good fellowship among ARS members and community; and advocates human rights and social change in civil society.

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Local Programs

Through the work of our region's chapters, the provision of social services, mental health services, and community partnerships, our local programs contribute to the betterment of society.

International Programs

The organization’s humanitarian programs reach far and wide to Armenia, Artsakh, Javakhk, Syria and communities around the world where aid is needed most.

Education Promotion

The ARS of Western USA operates one-day schools, provides scholarships, supports kindergartens and youth centers to promote and advance education.

Making a Difference

Our commitment to humanitarian service is aimed at making an impactful difference in the lives of those we serve. Share our vision and partner with us to make a difference.

Recent News

January 25, 2026

Upcoming Gala & ARS 115th Anniversary on the West Coast

Glendale, Calif. – As the Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Western USA announced its Annual Gala fundraiser, scheduled for March…

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January 25, 2026

ՀՕՄի Արեւմտեան Շրջանէն ներս Մօտալուտ «Կալա»-ն եւ ՀՕՄի 115-ամեակի Տօնակատարութիւնները

Կլենտէյլ, Քալիֆորնիա – Հայ Օգնութեան Միութեան (ՀՕՄ) ԱՄՆի Արեւմտեան Շրջանի 300 անդամներով, Յունուար 3, 2026ի հաւաքոյթի ընթացքին յայտարարուեցաւ թէ տարեկան…

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December 26, 2025

AYF Juniors Gaydzag and ARS Araz Chapters Support Burbank Fire Department’s Spark of Love Toy Drive

This holiday season, the AYF Juniors Gaydzag Chapter of Burbank joined together with the ARS Burbank Araz Chapter in a meaningful act of community…

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The Armenian Relief Society (ARS) of Western U.S.A is proud to offer scholarships to Armenian students!

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