Hope Art began in 2009 in Mongu, Zambia as a small workshop with a simple idea: to give women dignified work and bring hope to families in need. We strive to ensure guilt-free shopping that uplifts women in Southern Africa and brings hope to families in need. Our mission is simple: to make a difference!
It all started with the word ART
Hope Art is a ministry of Hope Family and Zambia Project. Today, twelve ladies make their living between our two workshops in Mongu, Zambia and George, South Africa. 100% of profits go back into bringing hope to families in need: food, clean water, a place to be safe and HOPE.
Hand-crafted by them.
All twelve of our ladies, between Mongu and George. We are proud to share their work and their names.
Felicity
HOPE ART · GEORGE
Irene
HOPE ART · MONGU
Chilombo
HOPE ART · MONGU
Carol
HOPE ART · MONGU
Sombo
HOPE ART · MONGU
Doreen
HOPE ART · MONGU
Hazel
HOPE ART · GEORGE
Nyambe
HOPE ART · MONGU
Irene
HOPE ART · MONGU
Gail
HOPE ART · GEORGE
Inonge
HOPE ART · MONGU
Annie
HOPE ART · MONGU
Slowly, by hand.
From a page to a finished piece, the small beads that built our story.
01. Cut & Roll
Each bead begins as a strip of recycled paper, carefully cut and rolled by hand.
02. Varnish
A protective coat of varnish seals and strengthens each bead for lasting beauty and making it semi-waterproof.
03. Design
Our ladies arrange beads into unique patterns, creating one-of-a-kind pieces.
04. Finished
The design is brought to life, ready to go out and bring hope to your home and theirs.
MEET THE TEAM
The team behind Hope Art.
The team leading our two workshops in George and Mongu and the people keeping the whole thing running.
Marinette Van Coller
HOPE ART FOUNDING LEADER
“I have been inspired by the Hope Art ladies since founding Hope Art in 2009. Despite facing many obstacles in their own lives, they remain dedicated to helping children in need. Your support means so much to our team — together, we are making a significant difference.”
Petri Kleyn
HOPE ART TEAM LEADER
“Hope Art has impacted my life tremendously, getting to work with an incredible group of ladies, learning from them every day. There is something incredibly special in knowing that everything we do makes a difference in the lives of children in need.”
Rosemary Lubonga
MONGU TEAM LEADER
“I have been part of Hope Art for 16 years. Through Hope Art, I have grown spiritually and am able to support my family financially. What I love most is being able to do daily devotions with the team every morning.”
Abigail Minnies
SALES & MARKETING COORDINATOR
“I love everything Hope Art represents. The concept of using paper to make the most stunning jewellery pieces is so fascinating to me. When I wear Hope Art, I feel a sense of purpose.”
Siphesihle Khumalo
George Team Leader
“I became a full-time Hope Art volunteer because I was looking for a way to give back and make a difference with the gifts that God has given me so that women and children in Zambia will be able to live better.”
Gracious Sitenge
Full-Time Volunteer