Preserving Cultural Heritage as a Public Good
The Academy of Tango Texas is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity established to advance cultural education, artistic appreciation, and historical understanding of Argentine tango.
Argentine tango is widely recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, representing a profound synthesis of music, poetry, social dance, and immigrant cultural history. Our organization exists to ensure that this cultural legacy is studied, preserved, and shared authentically with diverse communities across Texas.
As a public-benefit organization, we focus on educational lectures, listening sessions, archival studies, community workshops, and public cultural outreach.
Official Nonprofit Registration
Based on official IRS documentation and federal determination records:
| Public Brand | Academy of Tango Texas |
|---|---|
| Legal Name | ACADEMY OF TANGO-TEXAS CORRESPONDIENTE DE LA ACADEMIA NACIONAL DEL TANGO DE LA REPUBLICA ARGENTINA |
| EIN (Tax ID) | 27-0782592 |
| Tax Status | 501(c)(3) Public Charity |
| IRC Section | 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) |
| Exemption Date | August 21, 2009 |
| Official Domain | academyoftangotexas.us |
Values That Guide Our Educational Work
Every educational initiative, seminar, and workshop is anchored in core nonprofit values designed to serve the public interest.
1. Cultural Authenticity & Respect
We approach Argentine tango with deep fidelity to its historical roots in the Río de la Plata, honoring the musicians, lyricists, dancers, and cultural traditions that defined its Golden Age and ongoing evolution.
2. Inclusivity & Accessibility
Cultural arts belong to everyone. We design our educational programs and workshops to be welcoming to people of all backgrounds, ages, and experience levels, removing barriers to cultural engagement.
3. Integrity & Transparency
As a public charity, we adhere to the highest standards of organizational transparency, non-commercial educational integrity, and ethical stewardship of all community contributions and resources.
Organizational Name & Documentary Heritage
The exact legal name of our organization as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service is:
ACADEMY OF TANGO-TEXAS CORRESPONDIENTE DE LA ACADEMIA NACIONAL DEL TANGO DE LA REPUBLICA ARGENTINA
In alignment with strict nonprofit transparency standards, the Academy of Tango Texas presents its legal name exactly as recorded in official government documentation, reflecting our dedication to honoring Argentine tango heritage and scholarly appreciation.
Governance & Administrative Structure
The Academy of Tango Texas operates under the governance of its authorized leadership and board, ensuring that all activities fulfill the organization's charitable, educational, and cultural purposes as defined under IRC Section 501(c)(3).
For official inquiries regarding governance, bylaws, or documentation verification, please contact our administrative office at info@academyoftangotexas.us.