In the 2020 US Census, roughly half a million Texans went uncounted. As a result, Texans lost out on nearly $25 billion of federal funding and lost one seat in the US House of Representatives. The Texas Census Institute (TxCI) was launched as a result to ensure that every Texan is counted and our state has the data and resources we need to continue to thrive.
With a booming economy, vibrant art and culture, and world-class outdoor experiences, Texas is the home of possibility and opportunity. That kind of success requires planning and hard work, and beginning with an accurate census where every Texan counts.
TxCI is the hub for all things census in Texas, dedicated to increasing participation in the annual American Community Survey and achieving a complete count in the 2030 US Census. TxCI’s work aims to increase statewide stakeholder engagement, build regional capacity, and support regular planning for the census with a goal of activating political support and state resources and focusing philanthropic investments on historically hard-to-count communities.
The Texas Census Institute accomplishes our mission through research, education, and partnerships.
RESEARCH:
With state and national partners, TxCI uses data to highlight the importance of the census to all regions of the state, the economy, and at-risk populations.
EDUCATION:
TxCI works to educate and inform policymakers at every level as to the importance of the census, with a goal of generating broad, non-partisan support.
PARTNERSHIPS:
Texas is huge and our population is diverse. To ensure we have the greatest reach, TxCI will partner with organizations representing regions, sectors, populations and more.
The Texas Census Institute’s mission is to provide independent, nonpartisan, data-driven and trusted census policy and program guidance that encourages census participation so all Texans can access the resources they need to enjoy a great quality of life.
In times like these, a prosperous future isn’t delivered, its built. Ensuring an accurate census is a collective effort that requires the support of local governments, non-profits, educators, community organizations, and citizens all over Texas. The role of TxCI is to act as the critical linchpin between these groups and coordinate the effort towards the next census. The only way we can accomplish our goal is through operational support that will allow us to continue our work. Please consider supporting our mission to make Texas the best place to live and work for generations to come.
Organization name
Texas Census Institute
Causes
Human Rights, Civil Rights & Advocacy
Operating Budget
$500,000 - $999,999
Counties Served
Grayson, Wise, Tarrant, Somervell, Rockwall, Parker, Palo Pinto, Navarro, Montague, Kaufman, Johnson, Hunt, Hood, Fannin, Erath, Ellis, Denton, Dallas, Cooke, Collin
BIPOC Serving
Native American, Hispanic or Latinx, Asian/Pacific Islander, Black or African American
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
511 Hambrick