Partnership Spotlight: HART of Folsom

HART of Folsom is part of a regional network of 10 grassroots HART organizations in the Sacramento area. They are a volunteer-led, non-profit, community-based organization assisting those experiencing homelessness in Folsom toward self-sufficiency and greater independence. Working with local partners who care deeply about serving their unhoused neighbors they strive to reduce rates of homelessness annually by providing a winter shelter program and seven transitional housing units with strong case management services.

New Joy Arts partners with HART to provide weekly art opportunities for the guests staying in the winter shelter. As space allows at each church or community host site, Angela brings a variety of materials and creative projects for individuals to create. This relaxed and conversational time after dinner allows for creative connection, renewal and a welcome release from the struggles of the day. Many guests greet the return of “Art Night” each week with curiosity and joy.

A note from HART:
Thank you so much for bringing the freedom and relaxation of art to all of us at the Winter Shelter this year. It was a beautiful sight to see folks enjoying the activities and your company. You not only brought art but your calm  compassion and sense of humor. You blessed us all greatly each week, thank you for setting apart time for us. We are so very grateful.

Bev Siess and the HART of Folsom Winter Shelter 2026

Angela & New Joy Arts partnered with a local woodworker, Fred Kent, to make this photo booth for HART of Folsom to use at their community fundraising events.

You can support this initiative and more like it by becoming a monthly patron of New Joy Arts. The regular gifts of donors provides materials and allows Angela to give away programing to organizations like this.

You can volunteer to come create with Angela and connect with the participants or serve with HART. The shelter typically runs Jan – Mar each year. If you are interested in volunteering you can email Angela or check out the HART website.