SERBIAN PHILANTHROPIC ASSOCIATION
November 20, 2026
Cipriani Wall Street, New York City
The Serbian Philanthropic Association is honored to invite you to the sixth Serbian Philanthropic Gala, taking place on Friday, November 20, 2026, at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street, in the heart of Manhattan’s Financial District.
Partners, Sponsors and Donors
Grand Donors
2026 Fundraising Cause
We are thrilled to share exciting news about our support for the Let’s Reframe Foundation in purchasing life-saving neonatal incubators, a cause that will have a lasting impact on families and newborns in need.
About Let’s Reframe
Let’s Reframe’s mission is to improve mental and physical health by addressing and preventing societal taboos, stereotypes, and biases. We are supporting their project of purchasing neonatal incubators and maternity ward equipment to hospitals in need, and saving the most vulnerable lives.
We will be sharing more details about the evening soon, but in the meantime follow the link to secure your spot at the Gala. We’re thrilled to see you all there!
Experience from 2025 Gala
On November 22, 2025, the Serbian Philanthropic Association proudly hosted its Fifth Annual Serbian Philanthropic Gala at the iconic Cipriani Wall Street in New York City. Read more about the 2025 Gala here.
Organizing Comittee
Serbian Philanthropic Association is a non-political, non-religious non-profit organization incorporated in 2020 in New York City. Our mission is to make a lasting positive impact on the Serbian community by creating events and opportunities that celebrate contributions, spark ideas and inspire action. For more information and initiatives please click here. Serbian Philanthropic Association is organizing the Serbian Philanthropic Gala.
Srdjan Vuković
Managing Partner, Sava Hill
Ivana Boberić
Associate, Morgan Stanley
Aleksandra Marković
Fashion Stylist
Vladimir Pavlović
Senior Legal Editor, Thompson Reuters
Milica Jojić
Account Executive, FINN Partners
Anja Martinović
Senior, EY Strategy and Transaction
Lana Butorović
Senior Technology Consultant, EY
Mihajlo Kozjak
Senior Director, EY Parthenon
Nikola Ćosić
Associate Director, Ariel Property Advisors
Natasa Ivković
Manager in Finance Consulting, PwC
Ella Jović
Startegy and Operations Lead, FAANG
Ana Stanisavljev
Marketing Strategy, Capital One
Lada Durica
Sr. Strategic Account Manager, Amazon Advertising
Sofija Vujasinović
Pastry Sous Chef, Per Se
Jelena Dragović
Legal Counsel, Deltatre Group
Matija Anđelković
Investment Banking Analyst, Oppenheimer
Nikola Uzelac
Co-Founder & CEO, Zylu Finance
Filip Stamenković
Senior Software Engineer at Addepar
Daria Filipović
HR Business Advisor, JPMorgan Chase
Lidija Cvetković
Web Developer, Freelancer
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
What is the purpose of this event?
SPA Gala is a philanthropic event, and this year’s mission is to raise funds for neonatal incubators across Serbia. It is also an opportunity to network with like-minded professionals, and to celebrate Serbian culture and traditions.
Who is the organizer?
The Serbian Philanthropic Association (SPA) is the organizer. SPA is a non-political, non-religious non-profit organization incorporated in New York State.
Is this a religious or political event?
No political or religious theme will be promoted at the event.
Why should I come?
If you are Serbian, this event presents a great opportunity to
meet fellow Serbs who share similar backgrounds while
contributing to a great cause.
If you are not Serbian, this is a great opportunity to learn
more about our culture and traditions, network with like-minded
individuals and contribute to a great cause.
Registration Questions
Can anyone register? Can all nationalities attend?
Yes - we will gladly welcome guests of all nationalities of the world. As we promote unity and inclusion everyone is invited regardless of their background or connection to Serbia.
Will the event be held in English or Serbian?
The official language of this event will be English, although there will be opportunities for people to catch a couple of new phrases in Serbian.
Can I donate without attending the event?
Yes - donations are NOT related to the event registration and can be made using this link.
Can a check donation be made at the event?
Yes - please make your check payable to the Serbian Philanthropic Association, add a note that the check is for the Serbian Philanthropic Gala during the event.
Can a cash donation be made at the event?
Yes - we will be collecting cash donations during the event.
Is my ticket and donation tax deductible?
SPA is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization headquartered in New York. We are recognized as a public charity and hold tax-exempt status under Internal Revenue Code (IRC) Section 501(c)(3). Donors can enjoy the benefit of deducting their contributions to SPA, as defined by IRC Section 170.
Ticket Questions
What is included in the ticket price?
Premium open bar during the entire evening, seated dinner, live performances by various artists, and a fun event to mingle with fellow guests.
Will there be any extra charges at the event?
No - the ticket price covers all expenses; however, we encourage and welcome your donations.
Can I order tickets by phone?
No - please register and purchase your tickets on the website.
Can I purchase tickets at the door on the night of the event?
Unfortunately, no. Due to event planning purposes and meal preparation, we will not be able to accommodate last-minute tickets. Please register and purchase your tickets on the website in advance of the event.
Can I bring my children? Does my child need a ticket?
Please feel free to bring your children and enjoy the event. No childcare services will be provided at the venue, so we ask you to supervise them during the evening. Children aged 5 and above will need a ticket to attend. Please let us know if you have any special requests ahead of time and we will try to accommodate. Please note that this is a black tie event and children should be dressed accordingly.
Can I get a refund if I change my mind after buying the ticket?
Yes, please reach us at spga.customer.relations@gmail.com.
Do I need to bring my email confirmation in order to attend the event?
We will have a registry of all guests at the venue entrance, but to help faster check-in, please have your confirmation email handy at the door.