Since beginning with occasional workshops at a handful of elementary schools in Austin, Texas, in 2003, the Be An Artist Program has gradually expanded into an international program in which more than 10,000 students have participated. With continued generous support from individuals, businesses and the community, the Be An Artist Program seeks to reach more students than ever before in 2011-2012.

Be An Artist Inc. is registered as a nonprofit 501(c)3 corporation and we welcome donations of all amounts to help support the program. Most contributions in the United States are tax-deductible.

Contributions can be made online, or by check or money order.  Please send checks made out to “Be An Artist, Inc.” to:

Be An Artist, Inc.
P.O. Box 2454
Austin, TX 78768 
U.S.A.

You will receive by mail a receipt for your tax records.

Please join the Be An Artist Program email list to stay up to date on fundraising concerts and other benefit events in Austin and beyond. To talk about corporate sponsorships or partnerships, or otherwise volunteer your time or talents to the Be An Artist Program, please contact Darden directly.

The Be An Artist Program also accepts gifts-in-kind, such as airline miles, hotel vouchers, etc.  Donations of this kind help defray costs for schools to bring the program into their city. Please contact Darden if you have a contribution that you think may help in this way.

Many thanks for your continued support for the Be An Artist Program,