• Founded in Los Angeles California to advance and preserve Armenian heritage and identity through educational, cultural, scouting, athletic and youth programs, the ACF Western USA advocated for the creation of vibrant Armenian community that is functional within the context of civil society in the USA by contributing to its integration with the social fabric of the country, while maintaining its distinct character and identity. 

    The Armenian Cultural Foundation has been at the forefront of advancing youth, cultural and educational opportunities and providing a better environment for the preservation of the Armenian identity. The ACF Western USA has supported countless programs that aim to preserve the Armenian Culture and heritage, yet encourage new voices in the arts, literature and performing arts. The ACF sponsors many students eager to visit the homeland by providing and creating exchange programs, youth visits and educational opportunities in Armenia. The ACF Western USA also has enabled the establishment of after-school programs and mentoring programs, summer day camps and language lessons.

     The ACF Western USA since its founding has been a staunch supporter of programs dedicated to the youth. It has been the driving force in the advancement of youth issued in the community. By sponsoring public service campaigns and funding projects that cater to youth education, the ACF Western USA has ensured the growth and development of the younger generation and empowered them to become future leader in the community.

     ACF Western USA has been at the forefront of community preservation and development. Building and operating this community it has ensured a nexus for all Armenian organizations and activities and a safe haven for Armenian youth to gather.