ARMENIANS OF COLORADO, INC.
Armenians of Colorado, Inc. (AOC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, volunteer-driven cultural organization dedicated to building a strong Armenian community while promoting the understanding of Armenian history, culture, language, and customs. AOC actively addresses issues important to Armenian-Americans in Colorado and supports global Armenian Diaspora concerns.
About ARMENIANS OF COLORADO, INC.
Armenians of Colorado (AOC) is a long-standing Denver-based cultural nonprofit founded by community members in 1979, incorporated in 1982, and granted tax-exempt status in 1984. The organization sponsors language and cultural education, public commemorations, community gatherings, and advocacy related to Armenian heritage and Diaspora concerns.
AOC runs the Hay Armenian Saturday Language School and year-round programs for children and families, organizes annual public observances (notably the April 24 Armenian Genocide commemoration), and hosts cultural events such as galas, symposia, dances, and community socials to strengthen ties among Armenian-Americans and engage the broader Colorado public.
Notable achievements
Longstanding regional presence
Founded by local Armenian families in 1979 and incorporated in 1982, AOC has maintained continuous nonprofit operations since receiving 501(c)(3) status in 1984, becoming a central institution for Armenian life in Colorado.
Establishment and growth of Hay School
Launched the Hay Armenian Saturday Language School (programs since 2017), expanded instructional staff and course offerings, and sustained student participation in civic and cultural events.
Leadership in public commemoration
Has organized and co-led high-profile Armenian Genocide remembrance events in Colorado, including community observances that involved Hay School students and city/state leaders and resulted in official proclamations recognizing April 24 as a day of remembrance.
At a glance
- Total assets
- $293K
- Annual revenue
- $159K
- Tax status
- 501(c)(3)Public charity
- EIN
- 84-0890348
- Location
- Denver, CO
- Website
- armeniansofcolorado.org
- On Mahalo since
- November 2025
Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.
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