About The ART Foundation
Empowering children with creativity and sustainability through art for over a decade.
13 Years
of Excellence in Art
Sustainability
through Art Education
India's Largest
Art Platform
5000+
Schools Registered
India’s leading platform that transforms creativity into meaningful impact since 2011
The ART Foundation was established in 2011 by Mr. Pandu Ranga Guptha with the vision to empower children through artistic expression. With over a decade of dedication, it has become India’s largest creative platform promoting peace, sustainability, and education through art.
We connect students, educators, and schools from all across the country through national competitions, community events, webinars, and art education programs aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The foundation continues to ignite imagination, raise awareness, and celebrate talent — nurturing over 5000 schools and empowering countless students to create change through creativity.
Founder & Chairman, The ART Foundation
Awarded by the United Nations for promoting sustainability through education and art
Honored with the prestigious SDG Impact Award by the United Nations, Mr. Guptha has been recognized globally for his outstanding contribution in spreading awareness about the Sustainable Development Goals among school children through art and education.
His visionary leadership at The ART Foundation has created platforms for over 5000 schools to embrace creativity as a tool for sustainability and peace-building. This international recognition marks a proud moment in India’s educational and creative journey.
Awarded by the United Nations
A timeline of creativity, community, and recognition since 2011
The ART Foundation was founded to promote peace and creativity through art.
Hosted the 1st National Level Drawing Competition with 500+ schools nationwide.
Expanded recognition across multiple states and regions.
Introduced SDG-themed art competitions across schools.
Launched mentorship programs in collaboration with leading institutions.
Created the TAF Art Community Platform for students and teachers.
Engaged 2000+ schools through competitions and workshops.
Launched creative SDG campaigns for awareness through art.
Adopted online competitions and nationwide webinar series.
Continued digital events and workshops during the pandemic.
Promoted art curriculum to 4000+ schools.
Crossed 5000+ registered schools in our art programs.
Launched structured art classes and online community drives.
Archived national winner galleries and introduced student showcases.
Received the UN SDG Impact Award for sustainability education through art.
Art is more than creativity — it's our vision for education, expression, and sustainability.
To promote creativity, peace, and sustainability through art education, empowering students to become expressive, responsible citizens.
To build India’s largest creative platform that nurtures imagination and drives positive social change through inclusive art initiatives.
Over a decade of collaboration with schools across India