Who We Are - Steps of Joy
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote children's joyful well-being through arts and sports.
Sports and arts are interconnected through creativity, problem-solving, aesthetics, and a reliance on fundamental principles. When activities from both fields are experienced by children, it fosters a holistic development of them to have a well-rounded foundation for lifelong physical health, emotional intelligence, and inner joy. Our organization is passionate about promoting this joyful growth of children through arts and sports.
Our Story
Steps of Joy were named by taking the initials of its founder Samantha and Jacob. Samantha Kordus is on NC volleyball academy U15 and U16 rooster, she plays varsity volleyball at Cary Academy. Prior to her volleyball journey Samantha was an accomplished table tennis player holding 2023 US table tennis national title for girls double under 13. On the artistic side she is a singer and an extraordinarily talented creative writer who started writing fantasy novels at just 6. Jacob Kordus is a member of the USA Table Tennis U11 and U13 national team. He secured 3 golds for United States at the Pan American U11 & U13 Championship in 2025. Jacob is a passionate pianist , winning many regional and international performance and composition competitions. Jacob is also a violinist who is currently serving as a first violin at Triangle Youth Symphony.