NEW YORK, NY –
Hellenic Public Radio COSMOS FM, and its non-profit parent organization GAEPIS (Greek American Public Educational System), proudly commemorates 37 years of broadcasting on the FM airwaves of the greater New York area. As the sole Greek American radio station broadcasting on the FM spectrum in New York, COSMOS FM is a vital voice in promoting Hellenism and Greek culture to listeners across the region as well as worldwide through the internet and various platforms.
An annual tradition, COSMOS FM honors individuals or organizations for their outstanding advocacy of Hellenism through the prestigious Phidippides award. This year marks the 29th presentation of the Phidippides award, a testament to the enduring commitment of COSMOS FM and GAEPIS to recognize those who champion Greek heritage and values.
The recipients of the 29th Phidippides award are the Federation of Cypriot American Organizations (FCAO) and the International Coordinating Committee Justice for Cyprus (PSEKA). This distinguished recognition is bestowed upon them in commemoration of the 50th anniversary since the illegal occupation of Cyprus by Turkish armed forces.
The Phidippides Award Gala, honoring FCAO and PSEKA, will take place on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, at 6:30 PM at the Union League Club in New York City. The gala promises to be an unforgettable evening honoring the achievements and contributions of these esteemed organizations. Additionally, a commemorative book will be issued to mark the occasion, encapsulating the rich history and significance of the Phidippides award.
The co-chairmen of this esteemed event are Nicolas Nicolaou and Jim Ziozis, who have played instrumental roles in organizing this momentous celebration.
For more information about the Phidippides Award Gala or to inquire about attendance and sponsorship opportunities, please contact Ioanna Giannopoulou at (718) 204-8900 or via email at [email protected].
Hellenic Public Radio COSMOS FM / GAEPIS
Hellenic Public Radio – COSMOS FM (HPR) broadcasts under the aegis of the Greek American Educational Public Information System, Inc. (GAEPIS) – a not-for-profit media, educational organization. GAEPIS is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Hellenic heritage in the United States via the media of mass communication.
GAEPIS was founded in 1987 to meet the needs of Hellenic Americans, serving the Hellenic-American community in all its diversity.
By providing quality coverage of issues and informative and educational programs in both English and Greek, GAEPIS seeks to address the needs of recent immigrants from Greece and Cyprus, Americans of Hellenic descent and Philhellenes.
GAEPIS identified the medium of public radio as the most effective way to realize its goals.
COSMOS FM provides 13 hours of programming per week, for a total of 676 annual hours of broadcasting time on the FM airwaves. It is also broadcasting 24/7 on the internet and various other digital platforms.
It features 20-plus different programs in Greek and English, including local, national and international news; news from Greece and Cyprus; and programs on politics, science, social issues, religion, health, finance, music, the arts, sports, and community affairs.
COSMOS FM mission is to preserve and promote Hellenic heritage, through bi-lingual, quality audio programming, produced mostly by volunteers and broadcasted through public radio in New York and through web based technologies worldwide.
