Monthly Newsletter March 2026

NEWS & EVENTS  

• The mothers of ALCF recently enjoyed a truly memorable and enriching day as they explored the beautiful and historic churches of Ashtarak. During the tour, they visited the breathtaking Saghmosavank Monastery, the magnificent Hovhannavank Monastery, and the peaceful Mughni Saint Gevorg Church.
• We had the honor of welcoming sexologist, couple therapist Dr. Andronis to ALCF. During his visit, he conducted an engaging and meaningful workshop with our beneficiaries, creating a safe and open space for discussion, learning, and self-reflection.
• We are happy to share, that our team recently carried out another humanitarian visit—this time to the maternity hospital of Echmiadzin Medical Center. During our visit, we donated baby clothing packages to newborns.
• The residents of ALCF came together to celebrate the beautiful Armenian holiday of Tsaghkazard (Palm Sunday) with joy, faith, and unity. They visited Saint Gayane Church in Etchmiadzin to receive blessings and mark the beginning of Holy Week.

MYRADOON 

• At ALCF, our vocational training programs are ongoing, creating new opportunities and brighter futures for the women in our care. Current trainings include English, computer skills, sewing, manicure, pedicure, hairdressing, and cooking.
• On International Women’s Day, we celebrated a warm and meaningful day dedicated to the wonderful women in our center. To mark this special occasion, ALCF prepared beautiful gifts for our mothers, showing appreciation for their strength, love, and dedication to their children.
• We came together to celebrate the beautiful Armenian tradition of Mijink. During our celebration, we shared traditional gata, lovingly prepared for this special occasion.
• ALCF was happy to welcome the members of Child Evangelism Fellowship to our ALCF center. Their visit brought warmth, kindness, and meaningful moments to our residents. Through engaging activities, conversations, and shared time with the children, they created a joyful and uplifting atmosphere for everyone.  

AID TO COMMUNITIES

• The center goes on helping needy families, displaced families of Artsakh by providing lavash (bread) from our bakery, clothes, blankets, shoes, hygiene supplies and kitchen-ware.
• $32 will supply 200 lavash for the hungry and the poor. Please donate and mention Lavash.
• We still carry luncheons for $300 for the elders and our shelter girls with their children. Your name will be placed on a board in our dining area as a sponsor for that day. 
• In the framework of “Sponsor a Family” program ALCF continues distributing monetary aid.

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