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FOUNDATION mission

The RJO Foundation supports the

advancement of the jewelry industry

by providing scholarships and

grants to individuals or programs.

Our advancement of the jewelry industry provides opportunities to ensure continued growth of the

industry. The Foundation mobilizes the giving power of our members and vendors to continue to make an impact

in the industry.

donation

The Foundation is a separate 501(c)3 business entity. The Foundation

accepts monetary donations anytime

throughout the year. All donations are tax-deductible.

MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN THE INDUSTRY

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CONTACT US

800.247.1774 / rjo@rjomembers.com

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helping the independent retail jeweler

A FEW WORDS FROM OUR DONORS…

The reason I contributed to the foundation is to pay a tribute to my daughter Khushi who passed away six years ago. Through the foundation I will be able to support the charities and other events to benefit the industry. I contributed to the foundation to promote education amongst the fellow jewelers. This is greatly satisfying. It is important for the jewelers to be well informed about the current industry trends with respect to designs, pricing , styling, quality and any other changes happening in the industry not only here but also overseas. ~ Prashant Mehta, DiaExpressions

We all have received much from this great country as well as the jewelry industry. It’s our small way of giving back to an industry and extended family we have been part of for over

30 years. The RJO Foundation's focus on Education is critical for us to attract, retain, train and grow the next generation of Jewelers and is vital to the continued success and

growth of our industry. ~The ASHI Team

I feel education is an important part of a well-rounded jeweler. Encouraging them with a start on their education can make a big difference in keeping them in our industry. Our industry will be in need of young people following in the footsteps of independent jewelers as many of us are facing retirement in the next few years. ~ Mike Doland, Doland Jewelers

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President Mike Doland, Doland Jewelers ���� Dubuque, IA

Vice President Joe Koester, Herzog Jewelers ���� Fort Mitchell, KY

Secretary Treasurer AG Becker, Becker Jewelers ���� Breese, IL

Directors Terry Dickens, Herteen & Stocker Jewelers ���� Iowa City, IA

Bob Disinger, Disinger Jewelers ���� Jasper, IN Deb Borgemoen, Wickersham Jewelry ���� Cedar Creek, WI

Kimberly Gassen, Kelly Jewelry ���� Columbus, NE Mark A. Cormier, Hager Jewelry Inc. ���� Hutchinson, MN

Erika Godfrey, Hawthorne Jewelry ���� Kearney, NE Mike Pribyl, Cahill-Pribyl Jewelry & Gifts ���� Keokuk, IA

Executive Director Mary Peterson, RJO ���� Newton, IA

For board contact info or more information on the RJO Foundation visit rjomembers.com.

Giving to the Foundation The 501(c)3 non-profit RJO Foundation accepts monetary donations at any time throughout the year. To donate to the RJO Foundation,

contact the RJO Office at (800) 247-1774 or maryp@rjomembers.com. You may also honor someone special or memorialize

someone who has passed with your gift.

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