Dedicated to supporting the growth and success of the fine jewelry trade, the JCK Industry Fund has awarded more than $7 million in grants over the nearly three decades it’s been in existence.
Applications are now open for its 2025 grants, with a deadline of Nov. 15, 2024.
“If you are involved in initiatives centered around sustainability, transparency, responsible sourcing, inclusivity, security or growth of the industry as a whole, we invite you to apply for our 2025 grant funding,” said Sarin Bachmann, group vice president of the RX jewelry portfolio (which includes JCK) and chair of the JCK Industry Fund’s advisory committee, in a statement.
This past year, the JCK Industry Fund reached a new milestone—granting over $340,000 to worthwhile causes.
“JCK is committed to investing in the future of the jewelry industry through annual Industry Fund grants,” Bachmann said. “Our mission is to empower innovative organizations that aim to drive positive change and elevate our industry to new heights.”
To be eligible to apply for the JCK Industry Fund, a company, organization, or nonprofit group must implement projects or initiatives aimed at benefiting the jewelry industry by driving consumer commerce, building consumer confidence, advancing sustainable business practices, promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), or enhancing security practices. Recipients will be notified in early 2025.
The committee of industry leaders who will review entries is composed of Bachmann; Lisa Bridge, president and CEO, Ben Bridge Jeweler; John Green, president and CEO, Lux Bond & Green; Michael Lerche, president, Goldstar Jewelry; Eddie LeVian, CEO, Le Vian; and Sam Sandberg, chairman, A. Jaffe.
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