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Meet Danielle Jones
Danielle Jones is an accomplished nonprofit executive, faith-driven entrepreneur, and creative leader who has raised millions of dollars to support meaningful causes and spearheaded over 400 events for nonprofits throughout her career. After moving to the Sea Islands, Danielle channeled her expertise and passion into founding The Faithful Oak — a creative business dedicated to fine art, pottery, storytelling, and helping others bring their ideas to life.
Through The Faithful Oak, Danielle leads Sea Island Paint Party — creative experiences hosted in local restaurants, galleries and outdoors that bring people together for art, food, and community. She also teaches pottery classes on the Charleston Sea Islands, sharing her appreciation for the craft with both new and experienced students in a welcoming, hands-on environment.
Her art has been exhibited at the Toledo Museum of Art, the U.S. Embassy in Tanzania, the South Carolina State Art Show, and the Coastal Carolina Fair. In 2025, she was selected as one of only 100 artists juried into the prestigious Spoleto Festival USA exhibition. Locally, her work can be found in restaurants and shops throughout the Sea Islands, and she proudly serves as the resident potter for The Goatery at Kiawah River.
As a children’s book author, she has shared her inclusive and adventurous stories at events like Charleston’s Lowcountry Parent Rocket Readers as a presenting author. Her prose has also been featured in publications including BOLD Journey Magazine, Canvas Rebel, and Faith Driven Entrepreneur with articles like, Life as a Parentpreneur and Partnership Without Limits. Additionally, Danielle writes for Johns Island Living Magazine. She has been featured twice by South Carolina Voyager Magazine, most recently in their “Daily Inspiration” series, highlighting her journey and creative endeavors.
Danielle remains committed to serving others. She volunteers and mentors young innovators through Launch X, a student entrepreneurship program founded by MIT. Read her recent article on how to write a winning application here.
She holds an MBA in International Business and a Bachelor’s in Professional Sales and Marketing from the University of Toledo. She is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and a Maxwell Leadership-certified speaker, trainer, and coach. Danielle is also learning American Sign Language as part of her belief in fostering connection and communication.
Whether crafting custom pottery, teaching others, writing an inspiring story, or mentoring future leaders, Danielle’s work reflects her passion for creativity, leadership, and making a lasting impact. When Danielle isn't creating, she’s spending time with her favorite people—her family. Together, they go on adventures across America, exploring new places and making memories along the way!
