It is time to change the perception of the arts in Texas.  Our goal is to raise art education to a level equal to math and science.  Studies undertaken in the past two decades show students who are exposed to the arts at an early age through the primary school years, field better scores on standardized tests, and there is a noticeable difference in dropout rates among teens who are involved in the arts during middle and high school years.  In addition, statistics show art is an economic generator for the State of Texas with an overall impact in 2000 of $190.2 billion in total expenditures (2000 Perryman Report). 

Create Texas - Put your ART into it. This is our strategic marketing and public relations campaign that we are undertaking to promote the arts statewide. We need a core group of supporters who are willing to make a sustained financial commitment to get the message out.

Founders for the Arts is an annual giving program asking members to contribute $1000 a year for three years, or a one time gift of $3000.


Founders for the Arts will:

  • Create and implement a strategic marketing and advertising plan using all forms of media, public service announcements, our Institutional Partners   (a network of arts organizations statewide), and events
    around the State.
  • Expand the scope and awareness of our Young Masters scholarships to all schools grades 8 through 12 in Texas, including showcase performances around the State.
  • Leverage support from foundations and corporations through matching and giving opportunities.


As a Founder, you begin the cycle of support. Your initial funding and visionary leadership provides the foundation upon which a secure future for the arts in Texas can be firmly built. Join us today!

 

Founders for the Arts benefits:

  • Advanced purchase opportunity and premiere seating for Texas Medal of Arts Awards
  • Invitation to special events with the Texas Cultural Trust Board and TCA Commissioners
  • Name Recognition as a Founders for the Arts member on the Cultural Trust website

 

For more information please visit the CreateTexas homepage at

www.createtexas.org

 

Texas Cultural Trust is a 501(c) charitable organization.  All donations are 100% tax deductible.