Vosgebar (Voskepar, Ոսկեպար) is a border village in the northeastern Tavush Province of Armenia, 163 km (101 mi) north of Yerevan. The area is 11.57 km2 (4.47 sq mi) and the elevation is at 850 m (2,790 ft) above sea level. The village lies in a valley to the south of the Voskepar Ridge. The population is about 909; of which 65 are students and 16 preschoolers. The residents and the economy revolves around farming and cattle breeding. In the village there is a school, a health clinic, a house of culture, and a community center. In addition to the ancient Armenian church of the Holy Mother of God of Voskepar that dates back to the 7th century, there is St. Sarkin Church.
FOA funded and completed couple of projects in the city of Voskepar in many phases. See the project list and pictures below. THE TOTAL COST IS: $14,500.
The sponsors of the clinic projects are Arpiar and Joan Elmayan for the memory of Vahan Elmayan.
Project #184; Cost $2000: In 2021 FOA purchased new furnishings for the Medical Clinic.
Project #155; Cost $10,000: In 2019 FOA funded and is in the process of renovating the Medical Clinic in the village of Voskebar.
Roofing, Flooring, Doors, Windows, and walls were replaced, along with painting. Also, a water heater was placed that utilizes a fresh running water.
Project #69; Cost $2,500: In 2016 FOA funded for the purchase of Gym equipment to the School of Voskebar.
