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SLOVAK-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER
New York, NY · EIN 237328637 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · slovakamericancc.org
revenue
$21K
expenses
$9K
net assets
$138K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

To preserve Slovak heritage in the United States for the Slovak-American community. To promote Slovak cultural, scientific, and athletic activities at home and abroad. To familiarize the American public with Slovak culture, history, and current events in Slovak life. To publicly recognize and promote the achievements of Slovak-Americans in the United States and abroad.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Slovak-American Cultural Center is a New York-based nonprofit dedicated to preserving and promoting Slovak heritage in the United States. It organizes cultural events, most notably the annual Slovak Ball, which celebrates Slovak-American identity through music, dance, and community recognition. The organization also supports educational initiatives, including scholarships for students of Slovak language and culture.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

S-ACC Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarships for students to study the Slovak language at the Slovak Language Institute at the University of Pittsburgh
The Slovak Ball
Annual gala event celebrating Slovak-American culture through music, dance, traditional food, and community recognition; includes a raffle to support scholarships and cultural initiatives
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Community Event Fundraising 1 activity
    • Hosting raffles to support organizational programs
      Organizes annual raffles at the Slovak Ball with donated prizes—including travel packages, dining experiences, and collectibles—to raise funds for scholarships and mission-related activities. Raffles have featured up to 30 prizes and include high-value items such as roundtrip international flights.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Organizing annual Slovak Balls
      Hosts an annual black-tie cultural event, the Slovak Ball, in Garfield, New Jersey, to celebrate Slovak heritage, traditions, and community achievements. Events have consistently drawn hundreds of attendees (ranging from 300 to over 480) since at least 2016, featuring live music, traditional dance performances, themed entertainment, and guest speakers.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Organizing regional cultural, scientific, and athletic events
      Plans and hosts a range of events beyond the annual ball, including a ping-pong tournament in Clifton, NJ, film screenings such as the NYC premiere of *The Boss – Aconcagua*, post-screening Q&A sessions, networking receptions, and virtual webinars featuring young Slovak scientists discussing research and academic paths.
  • Polish & Slavic Cultural Preservation 1 activity
    • Preserving and promoting Slovak heritage
      Works to preserve Slovak cultural, scientific, and athletic traditions in the United States and abroad through public events, educational initiatives, and cross-border engagement, as stated in IRS filings and demonstrated through ongoing programming.
  • Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
    • Providing cultural and musical programming at events
      Features live Slovak music, dance performances, and cultural presentations at its annual Slovak Balls and other gatherings, including performances by notable artists such as Pavol Hammel and Ladi Smigura, and dance exhibitions like the traditional waltz and Latin routines. Also includes themed entertainment and commemorative recognitions.
  • Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
    • Recognizing community contributions
      Honors individuals of Slovak origin for their service and achievements during the annual Slovak Ball, including awards for volunteerism and cultural contributions. Recipients have included community leaders such as Oto Racek and Vlado Kolenič.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Funding scholarships for Slovak language studies
      Provides financial support through the S-ACC Scholarship Fund for students to study Slovak language and culture at the University of Pittsburgh’s Summer Language Institute, funded primarily through proceeds from the annual Slovak Ball and associated raffle activities.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$21K
Contributions & grants$7K36%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$2K8%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$9K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$2K
balance sheet
Total assets$138K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$138K
3 years on record · 2023–2025 · YoY revenue -0.2%
relationships · 81

Who they work with

  • +421 Foundation Partner — Collaborated with S-ACC to organize the first-ever Slovak Fashion Night at the 2024 Slovak Ball.
  • Alexandra Apjarova Partner — Featured as a special guest performer at the Slovak Ball in 2018.
  • Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the United States Government — Represented by H.E. Peter Kmec, who hosted a dinner for eight at his private residence as a raffle prize.
  • Andrew Pulver Partner — Featured as a special guest performer at the Slovak Ball in 2015.
  • Blue Horizon International (BHI) Partner — Donated a 7-day stay at a 6-bedroom Hamptons villa for the Slovak Ball raffle.
  • Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden Partner — Donated a gift certificate for the Slovak Ball raffle.
  • Centaur Imports Partner — Donated 12 bottles of assorted Slovak wines for the Slovak Ball raffle.
  • Consul General of the Czech Republic in New York Government — Represented at the Slovak Ball by Miroslav Rameš.
  • Consul General of the Slovak Republic in New York Government — Diplomatic representative and attendee of the Slovak Ball; sponsor of event prizes.
  • Consul General of the Slovak Republic in New York Government — Represented at the Slovak Ball by Ladislava Begeç.
  • Consulate General of Slovakia in New York Government — Donated “Dinner in the Sky” experience at Peak Restaurant for the S-ACC raffle.
  • Consulate General of the Slovak Republic in New York Government — Donated a traditional Slovak “Majolika” vase for the Slovak Ball raffle and was represented by Consul General Ladislava Begec at the event.
  • Consulate General of the Slovak Republic in New York Government — Represented at the Slovak Ball by Consul General Jana Trnovcova.
  • Czech And Slovak Association, Inc. Partner — Represented at the Slovak Ball by founder Ester Mlch.
  • Czech and Slovak Association Partner — Represented at the Slovak Ball by President Estera Mlch and her husband.
  • Czechoslovak Society of Arts and Sciences (SVU) Partner — Collaborated on hosting the NYC premiere of The Boss – Aconcagua and associated events.
  • Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Washington, DC Government — Donated a case of Slovak wine for the S-ACC raffle.
  • Embassy of the Slovak Republic in Washington, DC Government — Represented at the Slovak Ball by diplomatic officials including the Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN.
  • FCSLA Life Partner — Corporate sponsor of The Slovak Ball 2023.
  • FCSU Financial Partner — Corporate sponsor of The Slovak Ball 2026
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to share updates and engage with the community.
  • Filip Pogády Partner — Featured as a special guest performer at the Slovak Ball in 2016.
  • First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association Partner — Donated to the Slovak Ball raffle.
  • First Catholic Slovak Ladies Association Partner — Represented at the Slovak Ball by Mrs. Nina Holy.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union Funder — Major sponsor of the Slovak Ball 2025 and donor to the raffle.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union Partner — Corporate sponsor of The Slovak Ball 2023.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union Partner — Donated to the Slovak Ball raffle.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union Partner — Financial donor and sponsor of the Slovak Ball; organization whose president was honored at the event.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union Partner — Represented at the Slovak Ball by members from multiple branches.
  • First Catholic Slovak Union (FCSU) Partner — Provided a gift basket and certificate filled with Slovak goodies for the Slovak Ball raffle.
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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.

  • Cultural Immersion Through Themed Experiences
    methodology: cultural_immersion
    By designing immersive, themed events that reflect Slovak natural and cultural heritage, the organization strengthens emotional connection to Slovak identity, because experiential engagement deepens cultural belonging more than passive observation.
  • Cultural Preservation Through Multifaceted Celebration
    methodology: cultural_preservation_through_celebration
    By combining folk traditions, contemporary arts, prominent cultural figures, and community recognition in its events, the organization reinforces Slovak ethnic identity and collective resilience, because diverse expressions of culture sustain relevance across generations and contexts.
  • Science and Storytelling Integration
    methodology: science_through_storytelling
    By embedding science education within cultural programming through storytelling, film, and narrative, the organization fosters engagement with scientific ideas, because personal and cultural narratives make abstract concepts more accessible and memorable.