The Texas Pool
Non-profit OrganizationsTexas, United States11-50 Employees
The Texas Pool is a nonprofit organization based in Plano, North Texas, that maintains a historic public swimming facility. The centerpiece is a large pool carved into the shape of Texas, which opened to the public in 1961 as a landmark during Plano's development after the idea emerged in 1959. Over the years the facility faced decline, but a small group of volunteers revitalized it starting in 2007, and in 2013 the Texas Pool Foundation was formed to preserve the site and support community outreach and swim safety education. The organization serves the local community by keeping the pool open for public use and by hosting events that foster community connection and safety education. It operates as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, with a focus on preservation and outreach supported by tax-deductible donations. In 2023, The Texas Pool partnered with CanCorrect to advance aluminum can recycling, illustrating its collaborative approach with local partners. The Texas Pool employs a relatively small staff and maintains its operations in Plano, serving as a link between its historical roots and contemporary community life.