ICPAI is a 501(C)(3) nonprofit performing art organization established in 2004. The organization currently has five functional groups and over 150 active members. ICPAI's missions are:

• To organize and prepare Chinese performing/fine arts and culture diversity related performance, exhibitions, fairs, shows, and activities in central Indiana area;

• To promote traditional Chinese Taichi and related performing arts;

• To introduce cross-cultural arts and shows to the public;

• To promote the learning of the performing/fine arts by organizing classes and activities for all age groups;

• To perform all other acts necessary or incidental to the above stated purposes which are authorized and permitted under the Act.