Our Team
Get to Know Us
We are two Armenian-American undergraduate students in university who want to make a difference for children in both Armenia, and the Armenian diaspora. Being Armenian is a large part of our identities, and we feel strongly about giving back to our community.
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Co-FounderMy name is Ani Perl, and I'm a sophomore studying Economics at Northeastern University in Boston. I grew up rooted in the Armenian community of greater Boston, where I took part in Armenian singing and dancing and spent my summers at AYF Camp Haiastan. My goal is to give back to children and families in Armenia by helping provide them with an adequate education and enriching activities, ensuring that all Armenian children have access to the same opportunities I've been fortunate to experience.
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Co-FounderMy name is Alisa Ficiciyan, and I'm a 19-year-old from the Boston area, studying Computer Science and Mathematics at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. Being Armenian has always been central to my identity—speaking the language, attending Armenian school, going to Armenian camp, and forming my closest friendships through these experiences. Most of my family still lives in Armenia, which makes giving back to the country feel even more personal to me. As a child, I was fortunate to have access to a strong education, but I know many Armenian children aren't as lucky. I believe every child deserves equal access to a quality education, since it has the power to unlock countless opportunities. Expanding that access across Armenia would be a meaningful step toward building a stronger nation. That's why I'm so motivated to help children throughout Armenia gain access to a more enriched education.