22nd ANNUAL COAF
HOLIDAY GALA

LIGHT THE WAY FORWARD

6:30pm | Dec. 13, 2025 | Plaza Hotel.  NYC
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22nd ANNUAL
COAF HOLIDAY GALA

LIGHT THE
WAY FORWARD

6:30 p | Dec. 13, 2025 | Plaza Hotel, NYC
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The Gala fundraising drive fuels transformative work
for the year ahead.
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Light the Way Forward calls us to look towards a future where anything is possible in rural Armenia

For more than two decades, the COAF community has come together with a shared purpose—ensuring hope and opportunity for Armenia’s children. Together, let us celebrate, connect, and open a bright new chapter for a new generation.

Silent Auction

Bid on exclusive auction items where 100% of proceeds fuel COAF’s transformative programs.
Browse Catalog
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PROGRAM

Join us for an evening of celebration and purpose. Let's carry the torch into 2026.

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Empowering a Generation Award

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Tacorian Family

Founders of the renowned luxury jewelry house TACORI, the Tacorian Family have built a legacy of artistry, craftsmanship, and love—values that shine through every creation. COAF proudly honors the Tacorians for their steadfast and transformative commitment to empowering youth in rural Armenia.

Headline Act—Lifetime Achievment Award

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Thelma Houston

COAF celebrates Grammy-Award Winning Motown Legend Thelma Houston. Best known for her iconic hit “Don’t Leave Me This Way,” Houston continues to inspire generations with her powerful voice and humanitarian heart—using her platform to uplift communities and champion meaningful causes worldwide.

Your Hosts

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Haig Boyajian

VP of Development
COAF

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Araksya Karapetian

Emmy Award-Winning Anchor
Good Day LA

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Gabriel Butu

Celebrity Auctioneer

Special Guests

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Andrea Martin

Tony and Emmy Award–Winning
Actress & Comedian
Special Appearance

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Anna Magzanyan

Emmy Award winner, President of LA Times Studios and NantGames
Special Guest

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Kev Orkian

British–Armenian Comedian, Pianist, Actor
Guest Performer

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Talented Youth

Performances from Young Armenian Musicians

With Heartfelt Thanks to Our Sponsors

Platinum

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JHM Foundation

Gold

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Youredjian Family Charitable Foundation - In Loving Memory of Hagop and Sirvart Haroutounian

Silver

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MDP Arevi
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Marilyn and Peter Sarkesian and Ajemian Foundation

Bronze

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Raffi and Nina Festekjian Foundation
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Aline and Paul Griffin

Katherine and Ara Mahdessian

Katherine and Ara Mahdessian

Guardian

The Armenian Assembly of America and Armenia Tree Project
Pamela Avedisian
Catherine and Howard Atesian
GAP International
Goldman Sachs
Andrea Montalbano and Diron Jebejian
Christine and Shant Mardirossian
Tina Manguikian
Ani and Michael Merjian
Debbie Ohanian
Nagin Foundation
Larry Peters
Anush and Armen Yemenidjian

Angel

Anonymous
Tania and Bedo Eghiayan
Lisa Gates and Russ Ohanian
Mardigian Foundation
Gay Johnson
Margaret and David Mgrublian
B Riley Securities
Seda Sahakian
Meister Seelig & Fein PLLC

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Dedicated by Regina Oswald
In Loving Memory of Roza Pogosyants

BOOK YOUR STAY

Your stay brings you closer to the Gala—and to brighter futures in Armenia.

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The Plaza Hotel

Stay steps from the Gala in one of New York’s most iconic landmarks.

Rate: Standard Rates Apply
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JW Marriott Essex House New York

One block from The Plaza. Luxury Art Deco landmark with premium rooms.

Rate: $979 / night (plus taxes & fees)
Cutoff: Oct. 27, 2025

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San Carlos Hotel

Less than a mile from The Plaza. Boutique stay with comfort and convenience.

Rate: $369 / night
Cutoff: Oct. 12, 2025

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The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

Short walk from The Plaza. Luxury retreat with Central Park views.

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Park Lane Hotel New York

Stay steps from the Gala in one of New York’s most iconic landmarks.

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Hilton Club The Quin New York

Stay steps from the Gala in one of New York’s most iconic landmarks.

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SPONSORSHIP

The Gala sustains COAF’s operating budget for the year ahead. Your CONTRIBUTIONS will be essential in carrying that torch into 2026.

Become a Sponsor

Deadline, Friday Nov. 21st

$1,000,000+ presenting sponsor benefits including logo, Gala ad, VIP tables, verbal thanks, and 7-night stay in Armenia.
$500,000+ Platinum Sponsor benefits including logo placement, 2-page ad, 3 VIP tables, and verbal Gala acknowledgement.
$250,000+ Gold Sponsor benefits: logo on marketing, full page ad, 2 VIP tables, verbal Gala mention.
$100,000+ Silver Sponsor benefits including logo placement, half page ad, 2 VIP tables, and verbal acknowledgement.
$50,000+ Bronze Sponsor benefits include logo placement, quarter-page ad, VIP table, and verbal Gala acknowledgement.
$25,000+ Guardian Sponsor benefits: 1 VIP Gala table, verbal acknowledgment, and social media visibility.
$10,000+ Angel Sponsor level website acknowledgement on a gold and black background.
GIVE TODAY

Light the Way
in 2026

The Gala fundraising drive ensures COAF’s transformative work for the coming year. Every gift helps us carry the torch of opportunity forward into 2026.

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