named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Conversations About Film
Series of interviews and discussions with Greek and Greek-American actors, directors, and film professionals, often held in partnership with cultural institutions.
It’s Greek to Me
Short film program highlighting works by young Greek-American filmmakers, including audience Q&A sessions.
Master Class Series
Workshops and educational sessions led by established filmmakers for aspiring filmmakers and film students.
New York Greek Film Expo
Annual film festival showcasing Greek cinema, featuring screenings, Q&A sessions, and panel discussions with filmmakers and actors.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Film Festival and Screening Programming 6 activities
- Annual New York Greek Film ExpoOrganizes the annual New York Greek Film Expo each October across multiple venues in the New York metro area, featuring screenings of Greek films, panel discussions, audience receptions, and filmmaker interactions. The event includes curated programs such as retrospectives and thematic discussions on Greek cinema.
- Filmmaker engagement and public conversationsHosts interviews, panel discussions, and public conversations with prominent Greek and Greek-American filmmakers, actors, and industry professionals. Events include one-on-one interviews with figures such as Olympia Dukakis and Costa-Gavras, moderated panels on topics like filming in Greece, and discussions on the legacy of John Cassavetes.
- It's Greek to Me! Greek-American Short Film ProgramOrganizes an annual short film competition and screening program titled "It’s Greek to Me!" that showcases up to eight short films by Greek-American filmmakers. Selected films are screened during the "Always on Sunday" series at the Museum of the Moving Image, accompanied by post-screening Q&A sessions with emerging filmmakers.
- Monthly Greek film screenings at Museum of the Moving ImagePresents a monthly series of Greek film screenings titled "Always on Sunday" at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria, NY, consistently drawing sold-out audiences since 2018. The series includes feature films, documentaries, and short films, often followed by audience Q&A sessions with filmmakers and actors.
- Nationwide promotion and screening of Greek cinemaPromotes Greek cinema across the United States through film screenings in multiple cities beyond New York, including New Jersey, and collaborates with major institutions such as MoMA and Film at Lincoln Center. Hosted screenings across four venues in the NY/NJ region from October 2–12, 2025, and co-presented films in national programs like New Directors/New Films.
- Support for film submissions and curationAccepts film submissions year-round for feature films, documentaries, and short subjects without a submission fee and curates selected works for inclusion in its festivals, public screenings, and online streaming platforms.
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Emerging Filmmaker Support Programs 1 activity
- Advocacy for Greek film in international awardsSelected and promoted the film *Arcadia* as Greece’s official submission for the Academy Awards Best International Feature Film category, supporting national representation in global cinematic recognition.
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Film Distribution and Screening Programs 1 activity
- Free online streaming and digital content platformOperates a free YouTube channel featuring interviews with Greek filmmakers and actors, full-length film discussions, and archival content, which has accumulated over 3.1 million views. The platform serves as a digital extension of its mission to promote Greek cinema in the U.S.
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Youth & Emerging Filmmaker Training 1 activity
- Master classes and educational programming for filmmakersConducts master classes, lectures, and specialized training sessions for aspiring filmmakers and film students, focusing on acting, directing, and filmmaking techniques. These events are held at venues such as The Players Club and the Museum of the Moving Image during major festivals.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Production support for Greek documentariesSupported the production of the documentary *Takis* through a partnership with Skai Group, contributing to the creation of new works that preserve and highlight Greek cultural heritage.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$135K
Contributions & grants$77K57%
Program service revenue$58K43%
Investment income$100%
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expenses
Total expenses$112K
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balance sheet
Total assets$203K
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Net assets$203K
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +56.3%
relationships · 22
Who they work with
- Atlanta Greek Film Expo Partner — Partners with the organization for shared programming and outreach.
- Chicago Greek Film Expo Partner — Partners with the organization for shared programming and outreach.
- Cosmos FM Radio Partner — Co-moderated a panel discussion with members of the 2004 Greek National Soccer Team following the screening of King Otto.
- Film at Lincoln Center Partner — Co-presents the New Directors/New Films program featuring Greek cinema.
- Greek Consulate Partner — Hosted an Actors-on-Actors interview during the New York Greek Film Expo 2025 in collaboration with Hellenic Film Society USA.
- KM Technologies Government — Website development partner for the Hellenic Film Society USA.
- KM Technologies Partner — Website development partner for the Hellenic Film Society USA.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Co-hosted a screening event for the film "Kapodistrias" in Astoria, NY.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Co-presents the "Always on Sunday" monthly Greek film series.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Collaborates on the monthly Always on Sunday Greek film program and special screenings.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Hosted Hellenic Film Society USA events including interviews and film screenings at its venue in Astoria, NY.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Hosted the world premiere of "The Governor" in partnership with the Hellenic Film Society.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Hosts annual short film screenings as part of the "Always on Sunday" series.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Hosts monthly Greek film screenings in partnership with the Hellenic Film Society.
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Hosts the monthly Greek film series "Always on Sunday."
- Museum of the Moving Image Partner — Partners with the Hellenic Film Society to host the monthly Always on Sunday Greek film screening series.
- NYWIFT, New York Women in Film & Television Partner — Co-presented screenings of Wishbone and Little England.
- New York Women in Film & Television Partner — Co-presented an interview event with Hellenic Film Society USA featuring producer Celia Costas.
- Skai Group Partner — Co-produced the documentary Takis.
- South Florida Greek Film Festival Partner — Partners with the organization for shared programming and outreach.
- TEKNIKE Partner — Design partner for the Hellenic Film Society USA.
- The Museum of Modern Art Partner — Collaborates on the presentation of Greek films through the New Directors/New Films program.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
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- Cultural Showcasing and Heritage Preservationmethodology: cultural_showcasing_and_preservationBy showcasing Greek films and preserving Greece's film heritage, the organization broadens access to and appreciation of Greek cinema among American audiences, because cultural preservation and visibility foster sustained engagement and cross-cultural understanding.
- Engagement Through Educational and Dialogic Programmingmethodology: cultural-engagement-through-dialogueBy combining film screenings with post-screening Q&A sessions, panel discussions, and educational content, the organization deepens audience understanding and connection to Greek cinema, because structured dialogue with creators and experts enhances cultural comprehension and emotional investment.
- Institutional Integration of Greek Cinemamethodology: cultural_integrationBy establishing recurring film programming at major cultural institutions based on demonstrated audience demand, the organization integrates Greek cinema into mainstream American cultural life, because placement within established institutions increases legitimacy, reach, and sustainability.