At COAF we see each child as a whole person – with unique needs, challenges, and dreams.

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Our Pillars

Our programs provide children and their families with the comprehensive support they need to reach higher.

Our Pillars

Our programs empower rural children, families, and communities to reach higher.

Education

Fostering lifelong learning from preschool to career development.

4,713

Beneficiaries

54

Communities

Healthcare

Enhancing access to quality healthcare in rural Armenia.

11,659

Beneficiaries

50

Communities

Child & Family Services

Helping families overcome challenges that go beyond the classroom.

772

Children & Adults

20

Communities

Economic Development

Driving vibrant, sustainable futures in Armenia’s rural communities.

389

Children & Adults

9

Communities

COAF SMART Center

Spark Creativity
Build Essential Skills
Broaden Horizons

Meet the COAF Kids

“I liked the environment and the people so much that after the first introductory session, I told my mom, ‘I’m definitely going to keep coming here”
Mary Baghdasaryan
From
Alaverdi, Lori
“COAF textbooks showed me how I can use English in real life, and I’ve started to use it everywhere.”
Garnik Saroyan
From
Armavir
“I am a testament to COAF's impact. I'm currently pursuing a bachelor's degree in Economics at Harvard University”
Maksim Yervandyan
From
Vanadzor

20+ Years Of Impact

2003
COAF is Founded
2003, Karakert
2012
COAF Creativity Lab
2012, Lernagog
2017
SMART CENTER Construction
2017, Lori

Over the past 20 years, what began with the renovation of one school has grown into a national model for rural development.

100,000

Beneficiaries

84+

Communities

What’s New?

September 18, 2025
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COAF Opens Modern School in Lori: A New Chapter Begins in Debed

September 18, 2025
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Gor Papoyan: Double World Karate Champion and Proud SMART Student

August 26, 2025
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Nane Simonyan: ‘SMART Gave Me the Opportunity to Grow, Engage, and Be Heard’

August 31, 2025
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Ballots in the Countryside: How Student Councils Are Turning Rural Armenian Youth into Community Leaders

August 18, 2025
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Paving the Way: Inside COAF’s Career Readiness Conference for Youth

August 19, 2025
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From Armavir to Harvard University: Maksim’s Journey

Want to learn more? Explore COAF stories from rural Armenia

Empower the Next Generation

Too many children in Armenia’s rural villages face invisible barriers that limit voices, choices, and dreams.

COAF bridges these gaps with a holistic model that meets children where they are and helps entire communities rise together.

Ready to Action? There are many ways to empower the next generation.