named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AKTINA FM
English-language radio program broadcasting news and cultural content about Greece and Cyprus, launched in 1993 on WNYE 91.5FM and later expanded to online streaming across multiple platforms
AKTINA TV
English-language television program established in 2002 on WNYE-Channel 25, featuring documentaries and cultural programming about Greece and Cyprus
Documentary Production
Produces original documentaries on Greek and Cypriot folklore, ancient sites, and cultural heritage, distributed via AKTINA TV and YouTube
Greek Music Journey (GMJ)
Annual concert series launched in 1994 that presents renowned Greek musicians in New York City venues such as Lincoln Center and The Kaye Playhouse, promoting Greek music to broad audiences
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Community and Public Broadcasting Services 1 activity
- Operating bilingual Greek American radio and television programmingProduces and broadcasts bilingual cultural radio programs on AKTINA FM and English-language television programs on AKTINA TV, including live weekly shows, documentaries, and concert series, reaching a global audience through 24/7 streaming and broadcast partnerships. The radio station streams at high fidelity (320Kbps) on primary platforms and offers a low-bandwidth option (64kBit/s AAC) via ak.ht for users with limited connectivity.
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Traditional & Cultural Performing Arts 1 activity
- Producing and presenting cultural concert seriesCo-produces and presents the "Greek Music Journey" concert series, including biannual performances at landmark New York City theaters and special benefit concerts featuring prominent Greek artists, with a history of sold-out events since 1997. The organization has presented over 30 such concerts and specific events honoring major figures in Greek music.
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Volunteer and Professional Training Programs 1 activity
- Providing media production training to volunteers and internsOffers free training to volunteers and interns in radio broadcasting, TV production, and live event production, building capacity in media skills within the Greek American community.
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Professional Theatrical Production 1 activity
- Staging theatrical productions of ancient Greek playsProduces and presents English-language theatrical performances of ancient Greek plays, including a 2004 production of "Bacchae" that received multiple award nominations and won first prize for outstanding costume design. These productions have been staged at off-Broadway and other New York City venues since 1992.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Advocating for ethnic broadcasting access and public media preservationSpearheaded successful advocacy campaigns between 2001 and 2004 to prevent the sale of WNYE FM-TV, preserving access to ethnic broadcasting and protecting station employment. This effort contributed to the organization’s recognition by the New York City Council.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$48K
Contributions & grants$48K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$48K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$0
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Net assets$0
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -11.7%
relationships · 25
Who they work with
- AK HT Partner — Partner organization linked through a banner image on the training page.
- AKTINA FM Partner — Collaborates to provide news and updates on cultural activities.
- AKTINA Productions, Inc Partner — Co-produces and presents the "Greek Music Journey" concert series in support of shared cultural mission.
- AKTINA Productions, Inc. Government — Owns and operates AKTINA FM, a radio program sponsored by CYPRECO Of America, Inc.
- AKTINA Productions, Inc. Partner — Co-presented concerts as part of the Greek Music Journey series.
- AKTINA Productions, Inc. Partner — Collaborates with CYPRECO to produce and broadcast cultural radio and television programs on AKTINA FM and AKTINA TV.
- AKTINA Productions, Inc. Partner — Partner organization that owns and operates AKTINA FM, which is streamed by CYPRECO Of America, Inc.
- AKTINA TV Partner — Partner organization whose YouTube channel is promoted for free subscription.
- ATH PP UA Partner — Partner organization linked through a banner image on the training page.
- Amazon Partner — Enables AKTINA FM streaming via Alexa on Amazon Echo devices.
- Apple Partner — Enables AKTINA FM streaming via Siri on Apple devices.
- City of New York Government — Co-named a street "AKTINA FM WAY" in recognition of the station's contributions to New Yorkers.
- Facebook Partner — Platform used to engage followers and share updates.
- Federation of Cypriot American Organizations, Inc. (FCAO) Network — Active member since 1982, participating in a national network of Cypriot American organizations.
- GMJ CONCERTS Partner — Collaborates on concerts and cultural events that promote Greek and Cypriot artists in America.
- Google Partner — Enables AKTINA FM streaming via Google Assistant on Google Home devices.
- NYC Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications Government — Recipient of WNYE FM-TV licenses transferred to preserve public media access
- New York City Council Government — Co-named a street "AKTINA FM WAY" in recognition of the station's contributions to New Yorkers.
- New York City Council Government — Honored AKTINA FM with a street co-naming in 2018
- Sonos Partner — Integrates with Sonos speaker systems for voice-controlled streaming of AKTINA FM via Alexa and Google Assistant.
- WNYE 91.5FM Partner — Hosted AKTINA FM programming on public radio
- WNYE-Channel 25 Partner — Hosted AKTINA TV programming on public television
- WNYE-Channel 25 Partner — Partner station broadcasting AKTINA TV every Sunday at 6pm in the New York tri-state area.
- YouTube Partner — Platform used to distribute AKTINA TV content via free subscription.
- ak.ht Partner — Related website providing low-bandwidth access to AKTINA FM.
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 Preservation through Bilingual Mediamethodology: cultural_preservation_through_mediaBy broadcasting in both English and Greek, the organization preserves Cypriot and Greek cultural identity while making content accessible to U.S.-born and non-Greek-speaking audiences, because language inclusivity strengthens intergenerational and cross-cultural engagement with heritage.
- Democratic, Audience-Participatory Cultural Platformmethodology: unbiased democratic platform with audience participationBy hosting public-interest discussions with high-profile guests in a democratic, participatory format, the organization fosters unbiased civic dialogue and cultural engagement, because inclusive discourse strengthens community ownership and pluralistic understanding of Hellenic cultures.
- Workforce Development via Cultural Media Trainingmethodology: workforce-development-through-cultural-trainingBy providing hands-on training and professional development in media and cultural production, the organization creates employment pathways for interns and volunteers, because experiential learning in culturally relevant fields builds both technical skills and sector-specific engagement.