named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
AKTINA FM
Non-profit, commercial-free radio station broadcasting Greek and Greek Cypriot cultural content in English and bilingual formats since 1993, streamed worldwide via multiple platforms
AKTINA TV
Weekly public television program broadcast on WNYE-Channel 25 and online, featuring cultural news, documentaries, and special reports on Greek and Cypriot American communities
AKTINA TV YouTube Channel
Online video platform with over 6,500 subscribers and more than 1 million annual views, featuring concert recordings, mini-documentaries, and cultural reports
Greek Music Journey (GMJ)
Acclaimed concert series showcasing representative genres of Greek music with distinguished artists from Greece and the diaspora, performed at landmark theaters in New York City
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Community and Public Broadcasting Services 2 activities
- 24/7 internet radio broadcasting via AKTINA FMOperates AKTINA FM, a non-profit, commercial-free 24/7 internet radio station broadcasting Greek American programming in English and bilingual format since 1993. Streams across thirteen websites, reaching over 3.8 million global visitors monthly, with approximately 1 million dedicated listeners in the New York Tri-State area.
- Live and archived radio programming productionProduces live weekly programs every Saturday and Sunday, including the two-segment "ON THE AIR" broadcast each Sunday featuring guest interviews and cultural topics. Archives weekend broadcasts for on-demand listening available for one week.
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Mentorship and Professional Development Programs 1 activity
- Capacity building through volunteer and intern trainingProvides free training to volunteers and interns in media production and related fields through experienced professionals, offering full credit, recommendation letters, and job placement referrals based on performance.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Advocacy to preserve public ethnic broadcasting airtimeSpearheaded successful campaigns between 2001 and 2004 to prevent the sale of WNYE FM-TV, protecting airtime for ethnic broadcasters and preserving jobs at the station.
- Co-production of live concert seriesProduces the GREEK MUSIC JOURNEY concert series, featuring prominent Greek artists performing at major Manhattan venues. Since 1997, has produced over 30 sold-out concerts, including 17 between 2006 and 2019, and co-produced concerts annually since 2014.
- Production and distribution of original video content on YouTubeMaintains a YouTube channel since 2003 featuring original content including mini-documentaries, music videos, concert series, and news reports on Greek and Cypriot culture. The channel has over 6,500 subscribers and generates more than 1 million annual views, with individual videos such as a bouzouki solo by Andreas Karantinis receiving over 3.3 million views.
- Weekly television broadcasting via AKTINA TV on WNYE-Channel 25Produces and broadcasts AKTINA TV, the first English-language Greek American television program, weekly on WNYE-Channel 25 every Sunday at 6pm since 2002. Reaches an estimated 1 million viewers in the New York Metropolitan area, parts of New Jersey, and Pennsylvania.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$66K
Contributions & grants$66K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$11
expenses
Total expenses$66K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$0
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.3%
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- CYPRECO OF AMERICA Partner — Collaborates with CYPRECO OF AMERICA as part of its programming or organizational activities.
- CYPRECO OF AMERICA Partner — Collaborates with CYPRECO OF AMERICA as part of its programming or outreach efforts.
- CYPRECO OF AMERICA Partner — Collaborates with CYPRECO OF AMERICA, highlighted as a distinct entity within the organization's structure and outreach.
- CYPRECO Of America, Inc. Government — Organization whose websites stream AKTINA FM broadcasts.
- CYPRECO Of America, Inc. Partner — Closely collaborates with AKTINA since 1993 on cultural programming, co-producing concerts and documentaries.
- CYPRECO Of America, Inc. Partner — Co-sponsors AKTINA FM and is a partner nonprofit organization in promoting Greek and Cypriot cultural heritage.
- CYPRECO of America, Inc. Partner — Collaborates on streaming AKTINA FM and co-producing cultural activities and concerts.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook to engage audiences and share content.
- New York City Council Government — Co-named a street "AKTINA FM WAY" in recognition of the organization's contributions to New Yorkers.
- New York City Council Government — Honored AKTINA FM by co-naming a street in Astoria, New York as “AKTINA FM WAY” in 2018.
- PBS Partner — Partner organization for broadcasting cultural and folk arts programming.
- TuneIn Partner — Authorized platform that streams AKTINA FM content with permission.
- UP LOGO Partner — Partner organization displayed alongside Aktina Productions in promotional materials.
- WNYE 91.5FM Partner — AKTINA FM broadcasts on WNYE 91.5FM in New York City.
- WNYE 91.5FM Partner — Launched AKTINA FM as a weekly radio show in 1993 and hosted its programming for 28 consecutive years until 2021.
- WNYE Channel 25 Partner — Leases airtime and broadcasts AKTINA TV weekly on public station WNYE Channel 25.
- WNYE-Channel 25 Partner — AKTINA TV broadcasts on WNYE-Channel 25 in New York City.
- WNYE-Channel 25 Partner — AKTINA TV broadcasts on WNYE-Channel 25, a local PBS station.
- WNYE-Channel 25 Partner — Partner station broadcasting AKTINA TV every Sunday at 6pm in the New York tri-state area.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts AKTINA TV content on a dedicated YouTube channel to provide free access to programming.
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.
- Bilingual and Language-Accessible Programming for Inclusive Engagementmethodology: language_accessibilityBy delivering cultural content in English and bilingual formats with subtitles and closed captioning, we expand access to non-Greek-speaking audiences and younger generations, because removing language barriers fosters inclusive participation and strengthens community cohesion across linguistic divides.
- Cultural Preservation Through Media Broadcastingmethodology: cultural_preservation_through_mediaBy producing and broadcasting high-quality, curated Greek and Cypriot cultural programming via radio and digital platforms, we preserve Hellenic heritage and strengthen transnational cultural ties, because accessible media sustains diaspora identity and intergenerational connection.
- Digital Accessibility for Equitable Inclusionmethodology: digital-accessibilityBy integrating screen reader technology and accessible design into digital platforms, we ensure equitable access for users with visual impairments, because inclusive technology removes barriers to cultural and civic participation.
- Live, Audience-Engaged Public Discourse Platformmethodology: unbiased public discourse platformBy hosting live, commercial-free, nonpartisan programming with audience participation, we promote democratic dialogue on public issues and deepen civic engagement, because interactive formats foster accountability, inclusivity, and community trust.
- On-Demand Media to Extend Reach and Flexibilitymethodology: on-demand media accessBy archiving and offering on-demand access to broadcasts, we increase engagement among time-constrained or geographically dispersed audiences, because flexible access to cultural and public affairs content deepens and sustains listener connection.