BULGARIAN ASSOCIATION AND CULTURAL CENTER BULGARE

The mission of the cultural center is to foster awareness, understanding and appreciation of the wealth of Bulgarian historical and cultural heritage by offering a diverse selection of quality cultural experiences through artistic expression in education and the visual and performing arts. To support the Bulgarian community in the Dallas-Fort Worth area through a variety of community events, educational classes or other charitable work; to provide a forum of expression for the Bulgarians in the area and where appropriate provide support and representation in pursuing common benefits for the Bulgarian Community.

The Bulgarian Association and Cultural Center "Bulgare" was established by volunteers with a passion for preserving and promoting Bulgaria’s vibrant, thirteen centuries-old cultural heritage.

The center was officially founded in September 2009, but the people behind it had been really active in the previous years organizing concerts, classes, workshops, exhibits and other quality cultural exchanges that for the benefit of the local community.

As a community-based organization, BACC "Bulgare" is driven by its members and many volunteers.

As of May 16, 2016 BACC "Bulgare" was classified as a public charity and is exempt from federal income tax under IRC Section 501 (C) (3). Donors can deuct contributions they make to us under IRC Section 170. We are qualified to receive tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under Section 2055, 2106, or 2522.