About Us
ATX Artists for Social Impact is a grassroots, multidisciplinary performing arts nonprofit that mobilizes artists in solidarity with their local communities to strengthen each other through performance, education, artistic outreach, and community service.
We believe in the power of art to foster belonging and uplift our most vulnerable neighbors.
Our Mission
The mission of ATX Artists for Social Impact is to harness creative expression to strengthen community, inspire compassion, and create lasting social impact.
Our Vision
We envision an Austin where artists are empowered creatives and engaged changemakers whose collective work is dedicated to the greater good.
We strive to create a city where art moves beyond expression and entertainment, sparking a cultural Renaissance rooted in excellence, equity, compassion, and shared humanity.
Our Values
Artistic Excellence — Elevating the highest caliber of creative work to showcase the best that Austin’s vibrant artistic landscape has to offer.
Creative Advocacy — Using mission-driven art to drive humanitarian and social justice efforts for our most vulnerable communities
Collaborative Community Stewardship — Maximizing our impact through strategic partnerships built upon mutual respect, shared accountability, and community service.
Inclusivity & Equity — Designing programs with accessibility, class consciousness, and diversity top of mind.
Historical & Cultural Integrity — Presenting work that honors tradition and amplifies truth, ensuring all our content is rigorously researched, thoughtfully crafted, culturally respectful, and historically grounded.
Sustainability — Creating lasting, responsible change to support artists and communities alike.
Lifelong Learning — Encouraging growth through curiosity and continuous education at any age.
Our Approach
Supporting Artists, the Community, and the Greater Austin Area
How We Serve
Empower Artists
We provide platforms for creative professionals to produce and share work that exemplifies artistic excellence and enriches Austin’s cultural landscape.
Support Changemakers
We offer capacity-building support, community service, and collaboration opportunities to help community partners strengthen their impact and better serve their constituents.
Inspire Action
Through emotionally powerful storytelling and performances, we creatively advocate and raise awareness of pressing social issues, sparking meaningful dialogue.
Fuel Cross-Sector Collaboration
By connecting the arts with social service organizations, we engage supporters who believe in intersectional, community-driven changes.
Impact Goals
Showcase Excellence in the Arts
Our best local artists have access to platforms to present their work, elevating the standard of artistic excellence and enriching Austin’s cultural identity.
Strengthen Community Organizations
Community partners gain practical tools, strategic support, and a network of collaborators—leading to more effective, sustainable programming for those they serve.
Increase Civic Awareness & Empathy
Individual artists and audiences engage more deeply with critical social issues through art that moves, informs, and inspires action.
Unlock Funding & Partnership Pathways
Cross-sector collaborations lead to increased grant eligibility, diversified donor interest, and greater investment in community-centered creative initiatives.
Artists in Residence
Capital Contemporary Ballet is a founding Artist in Residence of ATX Artists for Social Impact, using the power of ballet to engage and serve the Greater Austin community. Led by Artistic Director, Caitlin Elledge.
Through our Dance for All initiative, we present affordable, expert-led classes, performances, and outreach programs that celebrate technical rigor, artistic maturity, inclusivity, and social relevance.
ATX Jazz Orchestra is a founding Artist in Residence of ATX Artists for Social Impact, uniting Austin-based jazz musicians in service of compassionate causes and stronger communities. Led by Musical Director, Joshua Alderete.
Through our Jazz for Humanity initiative, we present community jazz jams, benefit performances, and outreach programs that connect the music of America with local nonprofits who serve the needs of our most vulnerable communities.
Program Overview
Our programs fall under three main pillars that are rooted in artist development, community outreach, and a commitment to art as a tool for connection, expression, and, when needed, compassionate activism that drives social impact:
Performance
Education
Community Service
Learn more about our programs through our initiatives like Dance for All, Jazz for Humanity, and ATX Artists Take Action.