American Research Institute of the South Caucasus
The American Research Institute of the South Caucasus (ARISC) encourages and supports scholarly study of the South Caucasus states (Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia) across all disciplines of the …
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In 2020-21, ARISC ran seven funding opportunities, awarding thirteen fellows to conduct research projects in the South Caucasus, and another four awardees to offer lectures and workshops on topics of scholarly interest in the South Caucasus. In spite of the ongoing Coronavirus global pandemic, seven of the 2020-21 fellowships were completed, four lectures and workshops were conducted remotely, and four of the 2019-20 fellowships were completed, while the other fellowships remain on hold. ARISC co-sponsored a panel and a roundtable at the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies annual convention. ARISC has assisted 28 scholars requesting assistance with the logistics of their research. Twenty virtual lectures have been organized or co-organized in the South Caucasus. ARISC coordinated its …
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Mission
The American Research Institute of the South Caucasus (ARISC) encourages and supports scholarly study of the South Caucasus states (Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia) across all disciplines of the Humanities, Sciences, and Social Sciences. ARISC's mission is to promote and encourage American research in the region and to foster intellectual inquiry across boundaries within the South Caucasus as well as between the South Caucasus and its neighbors.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyAmerican Research Institute of the South Caucasus is a registered international nonprofit based in West Lafayette, IN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2006 and has been operating for 20 years. Its EIN is 830459187. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $224K in annual revenue. 16 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
American Research Institute of the South Caucasus's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 830459187. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
American Research Institute of the South Caucasus has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
American Research Institute of the South Caucasus is located in West Lafayette, IN, United States. The organization was established in 2006 and has been active for 20 years.
Based on official tax filings, American Research Institute of the South Caucasus has $224K in annual revenue. It allocates 73% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 78% for international charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $5M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
American Research Institute of the South Caucasus is classified as an International organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $224K in annual revenue. The organization has 16 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for American Research Institute of the South Caucasus. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, American Research Institute of the South Caucasus holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 73% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
In 2020-21, ARISC ran seven funding opportunities, awarding thirteen fellows to conduct research projects in the South Caucasus, and another four awardees to offer lectures and workshops on topics of scholarly interest in the South Caucasus. In spite of the ongoing Coronavirus global pandemic, seven of the 2020-21 fellowships were completed, four lectures and workshops were conducted remotely, and four of the 2019-20 fellowships were completed, while the other fellowships remain on hold. ARISC co-sponsored a panel and a roundtable at the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies annual convention. ARISC has assisted 28 scholars requesting assistance with the logistics of their research. Twenty virtual lectures have been... American Research Institute of the South Caucasus is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2006.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 78%. Its annual revenue of $224K is below the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to American Research Institute of the South Caucasus are generally tax-deductible in the United States. American Research Institute of the South Caucasus is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 830459187, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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AMERICAN RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF THE SOUTH CAUCASUS is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Officers & trustees (6)
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 16 disclosed in the public registry.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 16 officers on file
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2006
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about American Research Institute of the South Caucasus
- What is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus?
- American Research Institute of the South Caucasus is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in West Lafayette, United States. In 2020-21, ARISC ran seven funding opportunities, awarding thirteen fellows to conduct research projects in the South Caucasus, and another four awardees to offer lectures and workshops on topics of scholarly interest in the South Caucasus. In spite of the ongoing Coronavirus global pandemic, seven of the 2020-21 fellowships were completed, four lectures and workshops were conducted remotely, and four of the 2019-20 fellowships were completed, while the other fellowships remain on hold. ARISC co-sponsored a panel and a roundtable at the Association for Slavic, East European, and Eurasian Studies annual convention. ARISC has assisted 28 scholars requesting assistance with the logistics of their research. Twenty virtual lectures have been organized or co-organized in the South Caucasus. ARISC coordinated its first Presidents Distinguished Lecture Series, a Spring Lecture Series showcasing the work of early-career postdoctoral scholars, as well as an Alt-Academic Professional Development Forum, all of which were virtual. ARISC has a Branch in Armenia and in Georgia and a representative in Azerbaijan. Our representatives abroad have collected information on language learning programs, archives and museums, and lists of scholars in the South Caucasus for those interested in building collaborative partnerships.
- When was American Research Institute of the South Caucasus founded?
- American Research Institute of the South Caucasus was founded in 2006.
- Who leads American Research Institute of the South Caucasus?
- Heghnar Watenpaugh serves as President.
- Where is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus located?
- Headquartered in West Lafayette, IN, United States.
- What is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 73% of expenses go to program services.
- Is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus trustworthy?
- American Research Institute of the South Caucasus has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 830459187.
- What is American Research Institute of the South Caucasus's website?
- http://www.arisc.org