named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Hilandar Guardian Program
Engages donors as 'Guardians' who contribute to the ongoing life and mission of Hilandar Monastery, fostering a personal connection to its spiritual and educational legacy.
Support for Hilandar Monastery
Provides financial and organizational support to the Holy Hilandar Monastery for the preservation of its spiritual, cultural, and historical heritage, including maintenance, restoration, and daily operations.
activities · 2 groups
What they do
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Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
- Funding 501(c)(3) organizationsProvides financial support to organizations described in section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
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Uncategorized 5 activities
- Distributing fruit from the ancient vine at Hilandar MonasteryMaintains the oldest vine tree in the world at Hilandar Monastery, which has borne fruit continuously for over eight centuries, and distributes grapes from the vine to individuals who request them, along with guidance on their use.
- Funding operations and initiatives at Hilandar MonasteryProvides financial support for the ongoing operations and various initiatives of Hilandar Monastery, including daily monastic activities and preservation efforts.
- Managing monastic property at Hilandar MonasteryManages approximately 10,000 acres of monastic property associated with Hilandar Monastery.
- Preserving cultural and historical heritage at Hilandar MonasteryPreserves the spiritual, cultural, artistic, and historical heritage of Hilandar Monastery, including approximately 1,200 icons, 5,000 square meters of fresco paintings, and a collection of medieval manuscripts and old printed books.
- Promoting the legacy of Jefimija, first Serbian poetessRecognizes and promotes Jefimija as the first Serbian poetess through educational content and preserves her artifacts, including a diptych she created.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$348K
Contributions & grants$348K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$156K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$208K
Cash$208K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$208K
Liquid reserves16.0 mo
1 years on record · 2023–2023
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
board members · 1
- BRANISLAV VUJINOVIC — TRUSTEE
relationships · 9
Who they work with
- Hilandar Network — Collaborates with Hilandar in promoting Serbian Orthodox cultural and religious heritage.
- Hilandar Monastery Partner — Collaborates with Hilandar Monastery to preserve and maintain the miraculous vine tree of St. Simeon Mirotočivi.
- Hilandar Monastery Partner — Established the Preserve Hilandar Foundation USA to enable direct and transparent donations from supporters in the USA and worldwide.
- Hilandar Monastery Partner — Founded and maintains a partnership with Preserve Hilandar Foundation USA to facilitate global donor support.
- Hilandar Monastery Partner — Preserve Hilandar Foundation USA was established by Hilandar Monastery to support its mission.
- Holy Monastery of Hilandar Government — Founded by the Holy Monastery of Hilandar on Mount Athos; the foundation exists to support its mission and operations.
- Holy Monastery of Hilandar Partner — Founded by the Holy Monastery of Hilandar on Mount Athos, Greece, and maintains a direct organizational and spiritual connection.
- Orthodox Monastery Hilandar Partner — Recipient of support and assistance from the foundation.
- UNESCO Government — Hilandar Monastery is listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, indicating formal recognition and affiliation.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Guardianship Model for Heritage Preservation 51 orgsmethodology: guardianship_modelBy inviting donors to become 'Guardians of Hilandar', the foundation fosters sustained financial and emotional investment in the monastery’s preservation, because this symbolic role connects modern supporters to an eight-century tradition of spiritual and cultural stewardship, reinforcing identity and continuity.shared approach: Cultural Preservation as Social Cohesion →
- Integrated Spiritual and Cultural Support 51 orgsmethodology: integrated_support_servicesBy integrating spiritual, educational, medical, and material support, the foundation addresses holistic needs of individuals and communities, because combining these services strengthens both individual well-being and collective cultural resilience.shared approach: Cultural Preservation as Social Cohesion →
- Transparency as a Catalyst for Global Donor Engagementmethodology: transparent donor engagementBy establishing transparent, U.S.-based donation channels, the foundation enables global participation in sustaining monastic life, because accessible and accountable giving mechanisms increase donor trust and broaden international support for heritage preservation.