The organization was created in 2001 to preserve and promote Brazilian culture in the greater Houston metropolitan area.
In 2006, the organization established a cultural center in order to further develop and expand its program and performance
offerings. Located in the historic Houston Heights, the center provides a home in which the Foundation offers the majority
of its classes and workshops, as well as hosts events and educational programs.
Mission Statement
The Brazilian Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing cultural education and building
community through the preservation and sharing of Brazilian culture.
Artistic Director
Mauricio Campos was born in Sao Paulo, Brazil. In 2001, he established the Brazilian Arts Foundation to share his love
of Brazilian culture and the unique energy of its traditions, dances, and music. He has led classes and workshops in capoeira,
music, and dance all around the Houston area including at Houston Community College, Rice University, St. John's School, Texas A&M
Prairie View, Texas A&M in Galveston, and the University of Houston.
Legal Counseling
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Board of Directors
John Denson, CPA
Monica Aizpurua
Chief Of Staff - City of Houston
Angelita G. Rodrigues
Consulado Geral do Brasil Houston
Steve Phelan
President - ESP Enterprise Inc
Shawn Walters
IT Manager - US Operation Hubwoo
Ana Carolina N. Crema
Consulado Geral do Brasil Houston
Gretchen Young
Marketing Analyst - Fiesta
Margarene Fonteneves
Consulado Geral do Brasil Houston
Olga Tunga
Institute of International Education
Anoush Dekmezian
Amigos de las Americas
Advisory Board
Pio Del Castillo
Account Manager - Lopez Negrete
Betty T. Leite
Project Manager - KBR