# Art Matters

Arts education nonprofit in Athens, Texas 75751. EIN 45-5517224. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A25)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 2012
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organizations-business-master-file-extract-eo-bmf

## Local context

- Henderson County, Texas: about 18,599 children under 18 (U.S. Census Bureau, July 1, 2024): https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/datasets/2020-2024/counties/asrh/cc-est2024-agesex-all.csv
- 23 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.2 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Athens: 7 licensed child care centers: https://backpr.com/find/texas/athens
- Texas rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/texas

## Questions

**What is Art Matters's EIN?**

Art Matters's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-5517224. It is the nine-digit number the IRS uses to identify the organization. Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File posted October 13, 2026.

**Is Art Matters a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Art Matters in Athens, Texas as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 2012. This is from the IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026. Status can change, so check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**Are donations to Art Matters tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Art Matters as tax-deductible (IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026). How much you can deduct depends on your own taxes, and this is not tax advice. Check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**What does Art Matters do?**

The IRS classifies Art Matters as: Arts education. It has not filed a Form 990 or 990-EZ with a mission statement that we have loaded.

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Data as of November 8, 2026. Sources: IRS Business Master File, IRS Form 990 series e-file data, U.S. Census Bureau. No officer or staff names are published.