YEREVAN, OCTOBER 9, NOYAN TAPAN - ARMENIANS TODAY. A festive concert dedicated to the 15th anniversary of the Jinishian Memorial Foundation (JMF) was held at the Aram Khachatrian Concert Hall on October 8. The executives of the U.S.-based Jinishian Memorial Program (JMP), members of the Foundation's advisory body, partners, and beneficiaries arrived in Yerevan to mark the anniversary of JMF. Government members, officials of local and international organizations were also among the guests. Speeches of welcome were delivered by Michael Haratunian, JMP Honorary Chairperson, Victor Makari, JMP Coordinator, and Ms. Eliza Minasyan, JMF Executive Director. The Jinishian Memorial Foundation received a letter of acknowledgement of the RA government for its activities to the benefit of the nation and its significant contribution. The official part of the event was followed by the performance of Barekamutyun state dance ensemble. The Jinishian Memorial Foundation is a charitable organization. Its main source of financing is the Jinishian Memorial Program founded in 1966 with Vardan Jinishian's contribution in memory of his parents. JMF's mission is to help Armenians in need to move from poverty and despair to hope and self-sufficiency. According to a report issued by JMF, over 15 years of its activities in Armenia, the Foundation has provided economic, social and moral assistance to millions of Armenians in need through its projects. JMF supports local NGOs to implement projects for the welfare of Armenia.

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