# Texans for the Arts

> The leading statewide voice for arts advocacy in Texas — connecting artists, organizations, funders, educators, and policymakers to protect and grow public investment in arts and culture.

Texans for the Arts (TFA) is a 501(c)(4) advocacy organization. Its sister nonprofit, the Texans for the Arts Foundation (TFAF), is a 501(c)(3) public charity supporting research, education, and civic engagement around the arts in Texas.

## Pages

- [About TFA](/about): Mission, history, and how the organization works.
- [Foundation](/foundation): The 501(c)(3) Texans for the Arts Foundation and its programs.
- [Programs](/programs): Statewide programs, trainings, and initiatives.
- [Legislative Tracker](/tracker): Bills impacting arts and culture in the Texas Legislature.
- [Interim Charges](/tracker/interim): Curated repository of interim legislative priorities.
- [Legislative Priorities](/about/legislative-priorities): TFA's current session priorities.
- [Advocacy Toolkit](/toolkit): Public toolkit for advocating for the arts.
- [Myths vs Facts](/advocacy/myths-vs-facts): Common misconceptions about arts funding in Texas.
- [HOT Toolkit](/hot-toolkit): Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT) guidance for arts organizations, municipalities, and hotels.
- [What is HOT](/hot-toolkit/what-is-hot): Plain-language explainer of municipal HOT for the arts.
- [HOT for Arts](/hot-toolkit/arts): Step-by-step HOT guidance for artists and arts organizations.
- [HOT for Municipalities](/hot-toolkit/municipalities): Guidance for city staff and elected officials.
- [HOT for Hotels](/hot-toolkit/hotels): Partnership and program guidance for lodging operators.
- [HOT Resources](/hot-toolkit/resources): Documents, links, and references.
- [HOT FAQ](/hot-toolkit/faq): Frequently asked questions about HOT and the arts.
- [Members](/members): TFA membership benefits and information.
- [Join](/join): Become a member — individuals and organizations.
- [Donate](/donate): Support arts advocacy in Texas.
- [Share Your Impact](/share-impact): Tell your HOT or arts-funding story.
- [Board of Directors](/people/board): TFA leadership.
- [Team](/people/team): TFA staff.
- [Partners](/partners): Formal and funding partners.
- [Media](/media): Press, coverage, and announcements.
- [Events](/events): Convenings, summits, advocacy days, and trainings.
- [TFA Summit + Houston Arts Forum 2026](/events/summit): Joint convening at the Hobby Center, October 12, 2026.
- [Texas Arts Advocacy Day](/events/advocacy-day): Annual advocacy day at the Texas Capitol.
- [Telling Our South Texas Stories](/events/south-texas-stories): Regional convening in San Benito.
- [Professional Development Trainings](/events/trainings): Tiered trainings for arts advocates.
- [Contact](/contact): Get in touch with TFA.
- [FAQ](/faq): General frequently asked questions.

## Optional

- [Board Interest Form](/board/interest): Express interest in serving on the TFA board.
- [Careers](/careers): Open roles at TFA.
- [Privacy Policy](/privacy)
- [Terms of Use](/terms)