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SERBIAN PHILANTHROPIC ASSOCIATION INC

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 851010908 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE P80 · Human Services · Micro (<$100K) · serbianphilanthropicassociation.org
revenue
$900
expenses
$6K
net assets
$7K
employees
0
volunteers
24
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

Improve the social and economic wellbeing of Serbian people and regions in which Serbian people live worldwide.

profile · synthesized from sources

Organization supporting Serbian communities worldwide through fundraising events and partnerships. Focuses on improving social and economic wellbeing, with recent initiatives directed toward children's health and wellbeing. Hosts an annual gala in New York City to raise funds for charitable programs serving Serbian populations.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Feel to Heal
Program in partnership with the Novak Djokovic Foundation focused on developing children's emotion management skills
Hospice at Home for Children
Program in partnership with BELhospice Centre for Palliative Care providing medical care and support to terminally ill children and their families
Serbian Philanthropic Gala
Annual fundraising event held in New York City to support health and wellbeing initiatives for children in Serbia and Serbian communities
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Membership Program Administration 1 activity
    • Collecting membership fees
      Collects an annual $100 membership fee from all members as part of its organizational operations.
  • Teacher & Classroom Innovation Grants 1 activity
    • Funding STEAME education expansion in Serbian schools
      Raises and allocates funds to support the expansion of Makers Labs in Serbian schools, enhancing access to hands-on STEAME (Science, Technology, Robotics, Arts, Mathematics, and Engineering) education for students.
  • Charitable Grantmaking to Specific Causes 1 activity
    • Funding children's emotional well-being and palliative care programs
      Raises and distributes funds to support children's emotional well-being and palliative care, including through the “Feel to Heal” program and the “Hospice at Home for Children” program, with $105,316 raised for these causes and proceeds from galas distributed to partner organizations like the Novak Djokovic Foundation and BELhospice Centre.
  • Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
    • Organizing annual Serbian Philanthropic Gala
      Plans, promotes, and hosts the annual Serbian Philanthropic Gala, a major event that brings together donors and supporters—such as the 2021 and 2025 galas with 450+ attendees—to strengthen community ties and support charitable initiatives. The event is staffed by volunteers and includes recognition of philanthropic leaders.
  • Local High School Scholarship Programs 1 activity
    • Providing scholarships to high school students
      Provides financial scholarships totaling $58,000 to high school students who demonstrate academic achievement and face socio-economic challenges.
  • Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
    • Recognizing philanthropic contributions through awards
      Presents the annual Excellence in Philanthropic Action Award to individuals and organizations in recognition of their charitable work, such as honoring Dr. Danica Marinac-Dabić for her leadership in promoting Serbian cultural heritage.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$900
Contributions & grants$900100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$6K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead100%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$7K
Cash$7K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$7K
Liquid reserves13.6 mo
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue -99.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 4
  • ALEKSANDRA MARKOVIC — SECRETARY
  • IVANA BOBERIC — CFO/TREASURER
  • PETAR MARKOVIC — BOD MEMBER
  • SRDJAN VUKOVIC — PRESIDENT
relationships · 18

Who they work with

  • Air Serbia Partner — Main organizing partner for the 2023 Serbian Philanthropic Gala.
  • Air Serbia Partner — Partner of the Gala, with its Vice President of the Americas serving as Master of Ceremony.
  • Ana and Vlade Divac Foundation Partner — Collaborated to raise funds for scholarships for high school students
  • BELhospice Centre for Palliative Care Partner — Partner organization whose “Hospice at Home for Children” program received funding from the 2023 gala proceeds.
  • BELhospice Centre for Palliative Care Partner — Partner organization whose “Hospice at Home for Children” program received funding from the Gala.
  • Consulate of Serbia Partner — Main communications partner for the 2023 Serbian Philanthropic Gala.
  • Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook for targeted advertising and audience engagement.
  • Google Partner — Uses Google Analytics and Google advertising services for website analytics and targeted advertising.
  • IT Bootcamp Partner — Partnered with IT Bootcamp by funding training for 200 students through proceeds from the 2021 Gala.
  • Nordeus Foundation Partner — Collaborates with Nordeus Foundation to support Makers Labs, an educational initiative providing STEAME education in Serbia.
  • Novak Djokovic Foundation Partner — Partner organization whose “Feel to Heal” program received funding from the 2023 gala proceeds.
  • Novak Djokovic Foundation Partner — Partner organization whose “Feel to Heal” program received funding from the Gala.
  • Opančići Partner — Folklore troupe founded and led by Dr. Danica Marinac-Dabić, recognized by the Serbian Philanthropic Association for promoting Serbian cultural heritage.
  • Serbian-American Medical Association Partner — Recognized the Serbian-American Medical Association (SAMA) at the 2021 Gala for its humanitarian efforts among the Serbian diaspora.
  • Serbs for Serbs Partner — Charitable organization honored with the Excellence in Philanthropic Action Award at the Gala.
  • St. Sava Annual Gala Partner — Collaborative relationship indicated by participation and inspiration for the Serbian Philanthropic Gala.
  • current Members Network — Existing members refer new prospective members as part of the membership process.
  • Živojin Mišić Partner — Recognized the organization “Živojin Mišić” at the 2021 Gala for its innovative philanthropic work in Serbia.
strategies · 5

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.

  • Child-Centered Health and Wellbeing Focus
    methodology: child_centered_philanthropy
    By directing fundraising and philanthropic efforts toward vulnerable children, the organization improves long-term community resilience because investing in children’s health and education yields compounding social returns for the Serbian community globally.
  • Collective Giving for Community Impact
    methodology: collective_giving
    By uniting professionals from diverse backgrounds through a structured giving platform, the organization amplifies philanthropic impact within the Serbian diaspora because pooled resources and shared commitment generate greater outcomes than individual efforts.
  • Cultural Preservation as Community Cohesion
    methodology: cultural_heritage_through_dance
    By using traditional dance and cultural expression as vehicles for engagement, the organization strengthens Serbian identity and builds intercultural bridges because shared heritage practices foster belonging, continuity, and social connection across generations and geographies.
  • Cultural and Economic Community Development
    methodology: cultural_community_development
    By improving social and economic conditions for Serbian communities worldwide, the organization reinforces national and cultural identity because material well-being and cultural pride are mutually reinforcing in sustaining diaspora engagement.
  • Event-Driven Philanthropy and Diaspora Mobilization
    methodology: event_driven_philanthropy
    By hosting high-profile galas and cultural events, the organization inspires giving, strengthens diaspora networks, and raises resources for children's health because celebratory, community-centered occasions create emotional engagement and collective responsibility.