ABOUT

At Impact Arts, we transform lives and communities by providing accessible, high-quality arts education and experiences. Whether you're a budding artist, a passionate educator, or a community supporter, our programs empower creativity, foster inclusivity, and build lifelong connections.

Our Journey

  • 2003 & 2005

    Texas Arts Project begins as a program of St. Stephen's Episcopal School and Summer Stock Austin begins as a program of St. Edward's University

  • 2014

    Heller Awards for Young Artists begin as the Greater Austin High School Musical Theatre Awards as part of the Long Center and TAP and SSA join LC EDU

  • 2020

    Impact Arts, Inc. a 501c3 nonprofit Is founded, and SSA, TAP, CAP become programs of IA. GAHSMTA Is renamed after Mary Ann and Andrew Heller - Heller Awards for Young Artists

  • 2021

    Impact Arts, Inc. becomes an official company