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TSG PUBLISHING FOUNDATION
CAVE CREEK, AZ · EIN 954255915 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE X99 · Religion-Related · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.tsgfoundation.org
revenue
$1.7M
expenses
$217K
net assets
$14.6M
employees
6
program ratio
62%
mission · from form 990

TO PUBLISH, DISTRIBUTE, TEACH AND PRESERVE ALL OF TORKOM SARAYDARIAN'S CREATIVE WORKS

profile · synthesized from sources

TSG Publishing Foundation is a spiritual training center that provides meditation courses and spiritual training materials based on the Ageless Wisdom Teachings, primarily focusing on the works of Torkom Saraydarian. The organization offers various levels of meditation courses, academic and spiritual counseling, and sells related books, music, and lectures.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $0
    ANNUAL CONFERENCE FOR SPIRITUAL EDUCATION AND RETREATS
  2. #2 $45K
    REGULAR ON-SITE CLASSES, TRAINING AND CERMONIES-SPIRITUAL CLASSES BASED ON PUBLISHED BOOKS HELD ON SUNDAY MORNINGS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. CEREMONIES FOR HOLIDAYS, WEDDINGS AND OTHER SPIRITUAL EVENTS
named programs · 15 · from sources

what they call their work

101 Stories from Agni Yoga
A 25-part course designed to help individuals express insights from meditation practice artistically or cultivate their artistic side.
Academic Counseling
Counseling services required before purchasing certain courses to guide students in their study path.
Annual Conference & Wesak
An annual conference and Wesak celebration event.
Bhagavad Gita Meditation Course
A course using the classic story of the Bhagavad Gita as a basis for reflective reading and meditation.
Challenge for Discipleship
A 57-part course for individuals ready to dedicate time to discipline their minds and bodies, designed for those with time for study and reflection.
Creating Prosperity and Success
A course demonstrating how material and spiritual aspects must be integrated for true prosperity, focusing on necessary virtues.
Full Moon Celebrations
Regular events for spiritual celebration.
Fundamentals of the Ageless Wisdom
A 12-part course to learn the foundational language of the Ageless Wisdom, develop focus, serenity, and critical thinking.
Meditation for Beginners
A 5-part course designed for beginners or those seeking a step-by-step approach to seed thought meditation.
Meditation, The Creative Process Using Virtues
A course introducing 13 virtues as a path to connect with the creative universe within, available for individual lessons or as a full course.
Shamballa, The Father's Home
A 30-part course comprising writings on Shamballa from Agni Yoga, A. A. Bailey, and Torkom Saraydarian, with extracts and questionnaires.
Spiritual Counseling
Counseling services focused on spiritual guidance.
TSG Spiritual University
A spiritual training center offering systematic study of the Ageless Wisdom Teachings through various courses and materials.
The Science of Becoming Oneself
A 60-part course based on the book "The Science of Becoming Oneself," for individuals ready for self-discovery and dedicated work.
The Secret Doctrine Meditation Course
A 24-part advanced meditation course designed by Torkom Saraydarian to help students read and understand "The Secret Doctrine."
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Distance Learning in Metaphysical & Esoteric Studies 10 activities
    • Spiritual Curriculum Development
      Creates curriculum for spiritual practice and understanding the subtle constitution of the human being and its relation to health and well-being.
    • Spiritual Development Courses
      Provides courses focused on spiritual development and practical application of Ageless Wisdom, such as "Joy & Healing," "Creating Prosperity and Success," "Challenge for Discipleship," and "Shamballa, The Father's Home," along with a curriculum for understanding the subtle constitution of human beings.
    • Spiritual Teacher Training
      Provides a five-year program for in-depth study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, designed to train spiritual teachers, counselors, and ministers.
    • Spiritual Teacher Training Program
      Provides a five-year program for in-depth study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, designed to train spiritual teachers, counselors, and ministers.
    • Spiritual University and Meditation Courses
      Operates TSG Spiritual University, offering a range of meditation courses and spiritual training materials for the systematic study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, including beginner to advanced levels, and specialized courses on virtues, prosperity, and self-discovery.
    • Spiritual University and Meditation Courses
      Operates TSG Spiritual University, offering a range of meditation courses and spiritual training materials for the systematic study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, including beginner and advanced meditation, courses on virtues, prosperity, self-discovery, and specific texts like the Bhagavad Gita and "The Secret Doctrine."
    • Spiritual University and Meditation Courses
      Operates TSG Spiritual University, offering a range of meditation courses and spiritual training materials based on Ageless Wisdom Teachings, including beginner to advanced levels, and specialized courses on virtues, prosperity, and self-discovery. This includes a "Pre-Meditation" course with counseling and mentoring, and a five-year program for in-depth study.
    • Spiritual University and Training Programs
      Operates TSG Spiritual University, a spiritual training center offering meditation courses and spiritual training materials for the systematic study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, including a five-year program to train spiritual teachers, counselors, and ministers.
    • Teacher Training Program
      Provides a five-year program for in-depth study of Ageless Wisdom Teachings, designed to train spiritual teachers, counselors, and ministers.
    • Visual Study Seminars
      Offers the "Stepping into the Teaching" seminar series as a visual study option for Ageless Wisdom Teaching, available on DVD, MP3, via private YouTube subscription, and as an online Five-Year Esoteric Intensive Lecture Course.
  • Regular Worship Services & Gatherings 4 activities
    • Community Events and Services at TSG Center
      Hosts classes, events, Sunday and Holiday services, special events, and annual conferences at the TSG Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, which also maintains a research library for world spiritual traditions and religions.
    • Community Spiritual Events and Services
      Hosts classes, events, Sunday and Holiday services, special events, annual conferences, and monthly group discussions and guided meditations at the TSG Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. Also officiates life celebrations such as baptisms, weddings, and memorials.
    • Spiritual Research Library
      Maintains a research library for world spiritual traditions and religions at the TSG Center.
    • TSG Center Operations and Events
      Operates the TSG Center in Scottsdale, Arizona, which hosts classes, events, Sunday and Holiday services, special events, and annual conferences, and maintains a research library for world spiritual traditions and religions.
  • Children's Book Distribution & Reading Spaces 3 activities
    • Book Donations to Libraries
      Through the International Brotherhood Fund, established in 1989, gifts thousands of books to libraries.
    • Book Donations to Libraries
      Through the International Brotherhood Fund, founded in 1989, has gifted thousands of books to libraries.
    • Book Gifting Program
      Through the International Brotherhood Fund, founded in 1989, the organization has gifted thousands of books to libraries.
  • One-on-One Spiritual Mentoring & Meditation Training 3 activities
    • Spiritual Counseling and Mentorship
      Offers personalized spiritual and academic counseling, including guidance on spiritual practice and seed thought meditation, with initial consultations and ongoing mentor meetings.
    • Spiritual Counseling and Mentorship
      Offers personalized spiritual and academic counseling, including guidance on spiritual practice and seed thought meditation, with initial consultations and ongoing monthly mentor meetings.
    • Spiritual Counseling and Mentorship
      Offers personalized spiritual and academic counseling, including guidance on spiritual practice and seed thought meditation, through initial consultations and ongoing mentor meetings for course participants.
  • Life Event Ceremonies Officiation 2 activities
    • Life Celebrations
      Officiates life celebrations such as baptisms, weddings, and memorials.
    • Life Celebrations Officiation
      Officiates life celebrations such as baptisms, weddings, and memorials.
  • Structured Spiritual Teaching Programs 2 activities
    • Meditation Courses and Workshops
      Offers a variety of meditation courses, including "Pre-Meditation," "Meditation for Beginners," "Fundamentals of the Ageless Wisdom," "Meditation, The Creative Process Using Virtues," "101 Stories from Agni Yoga," "Meditation based on the Bhagavad Gita," "The Science of Becoming Oneself," and an advanced course based on "The Secret Doctrine," along with monthly "Wisdom of the Zodiac" group discussions and guided meditations.
    • Online Lecture Courses and Meditations
      Provides online access to a Five-Year Esoteric Intensive Lecture Course titled "Stepping into the Teaching" and makes Full Moon meditations available on its YouTube Channel, alongside monthly "Wisdom of the Zodiac" group discussions and guided meditations.
  • Religious Text Publication & Digital Distribution 1 activity
    • Educational Resources and Outreach
      Offers downloadable trifold information pamphlets, maintains a research library for world spiritual traditions and religions, and provides a visual study option for Ageless Wisdom Teaching through the "Stepping into the Teaching" seminar series on DVD, MP3, and private YouTube subscription.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Community Spiritual Events and Services
      Hosts classes, events, Sunday and Holiday services, special events, annual conferences, monthly group discussions, and guided meditations at the TSG Center, and officiates life celebrations such as baptisms, weddings, and memorials.
    • Publishing and Distribution of Spiritual Teachings
      Publishes and distributes lectures, writings, music, sacred songs, and an autobiography based on the Ageless Wisdom teachings, primarily focusing on the works of Torkom Saraydarian, available in various formats including physical books, Kindle/E-books, DVDs, and MP3s.
    • Publishing and Distribution of Spiritual Teachings
      Publishes and distributes lectures, writings, music, sacred songs, and an autobiography based on Ageless Wisdom teachings, primarily focusing on the works of Torkom Saraydarian, available in various formats including physical books, e-books, and informational pamphlets.
    • Publishing and Distribution of Spiritual Teachings
      Publishes and distributes the lectures, writings, music, and sacred songs of Torkom Saraydarian, including his autobiography and other creative works, in both physical and digital formats (Kindle/E-books).
    • Publishing and Distribution of Spiritual Texts
      Publishes and distributes lectures, writings, music, sacred songs, and an autobiography based on Ageless Wisdom teachings, primarily focusing on the works of Torkom Saraydarian, available in various formats including physical books, Kindle/E-books, DVDs, and MP3s.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$1.73M
Contributions & grants$1.62M94%
Program service revenue$25K1%
Investment income$46K3%
Other revenue$37K
expenses
Total expenses$217K
Program expenses62%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising7%
Salaries & benefits$126K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$14.62M
Cash$7.01M
Investments$0
Liabilities$5K
Net assets$14.62M
Liquid reserves387.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -76.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 5
  • CATHY SEEMAN — FUNDRAISING
  • GITA SARAYDARIAN — PRESIDENT
  • JAMES THURMOND — TREASURER
  • LOU SCHWARTZ — CHAIR PERSON
  • TONIA SCHWARTZ — SECRETARY
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • AIA Arizona Partner — Awarded the SRP Sustainable Design Award to TSG Foundation in 2023.
  • Arizona Forward Environmental Excellence Awards Program Partner — Awarded the "Award of Distinction" to TSG Foundation in 2024.
  • Gita Saraydarian Partner — Created the "Stepping into the Teaching" seminar series.
  • Orcutt | Winslow Partner — Architectural firm responsible for the creation, design, and building of the TSG Center.
  • TSG YouTube Channel Partner — Platform where Gita Saraydarian's Full Moon meditations are available.
  • The Creative Trust Partner — Holds the copyrights to all of Torkom Saraydarian’s creative works, administered by Gita Saraydarian.
  • Torkom Saraydarian Partner — Spiritual training center specifically focused on the works of Torkom Saraydarian.