Artist Boat’s history is also a story of resilience. We have weathered Hurricane Ike, the Deepwater Horizon oil spill, Hurricane Harvey, Tropical Storm Rita, and even the COVID-19 pandemic — each time emerging stronger, more capable, and more determined to achieve our mission. These experiences prove our ability to steward land, navigate crises, and remain a trusted partner for funders and the community alike.
– 15 transactions completed since 2013, totaling $24M+ raised with federal, state, and private partners.
– 1,039 acres already saved across wetlands, prairie, and dune/swale systems.
– Recognized in the Texas Coastal Resiliency Master Plan as a Tier 1 Project.
– Over 218,000+ participants served in Artist Boat’s programs, with 5,000 underserved students annually learning on-site at no cost.
