About Us
Our mission is to provide access to art supplies and artistic experiences for youth who lack supplies at home, youth who are in need, and any child wanting to explore their creativity.
“Creativity takes courage”
—Henri Matisse
Who we are
The Joy of Art was founded by myself, Amber Martenson, in 2021 as a pageant platform. From there it became an international platform where people from around the world were wanting to help participate in The Joy of Art. To make a bigger change in the world and children’s lives, I knew I had to do more, so I decided to apply for non-profit and 501c3 status! The Joy of Art became a 501c3 in July 2024 and is based in Iowa, USA.
The Joy of Art has been able to create change and have reach to at least 15 states and at least 3 different countries!
Impact Made
Arts Education Advocacy
As an individual, I have also been taking my passion for arts education and advocating at the state capitol of Iowa for the past 5 years on Iowa Arts Education Advocacy Day!
UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Help raise funds for The Joy of Art by buying yourself or someone you care about a piece of beautiful Kendra Scott jewelry!
Saturday November 23rd 2 pm (CST) - 4 pm (CST)
Kendra Scott x The Joy of Art
