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How the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation Is Shaping Armenia’s Future

“We don't just want to throw money at it, but we want to make sure it has impact.”

In this CivilNet interview, Eric Hacopian speaks with the leadership of the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation — Edele Hovnanian, President and CEO and Gorr Sahakian, Vice President. They discuss the foundation’s legacy, its work in Armenia, and its vision for the future.

From the creation of programs such as Birthright Armenia and Hike Armenia to a new generation’s interest in investment and economic development, they discuss how philanthropy evolves across generations. They also reflect on leadership transitions, measurable impact, and building institutions that can endure for generations to come.

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