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Sponsorships and tickets to the annual fundraising event, set for May 31, are available now.
The 28th annual “Facets” event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.
New York—Jewelers for Children (JFC) has announced two industry leaders to be honored at its annual “Facets” fundraising event in May.
The organization will recognize Michael Lerche, CEO of Goldstar Jewellery, and J.K. Symancyk, CEO of Signet Jewelers, as honorees at the event.
"We are proud to have two excellent honorees this year. Michael and J.K. exemplify leadership, integrity, and a deep commitment to giving back,” said Craig Stern, board chair of Jewelers for Children and CEO of Rogers Enterprises.
“Their impact on our industry, and their dedication to supporting children and families, make them incredibly deserving honorees. As we celebrate over $1.2 million donated to our nonprofit partners last year, we look forward to being able to give even more in 2026.”
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The organization will recognize Michael Lerche, CEO of Goldstar Jewellery, and J.K. Symancyk, CEO of Signet Jewelers, as honorees at the event.
"We are proud to have two excellent honorees this year. Michael and J.K. exemplify leadership, integrity, and a deep commitment to giving back,” said Craig Stern, board chair of Jewelers for Children and CEO of Rogers Enterprises.
“Their impact on our industry, and their dedication to supporting children and families, make them incredibly deserving honorees. As we celebrate over $1.2 million donated to our nonprofit partners last year, we look forward to being able to give even more in 2026.”
The event, in its 28th year, will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, at The Venetian Resort in Las Vegas.
It will begin with a cocktail reception, followed by a presentation and auction with one of the children who has benefited from JFC funding, and end with a walking dinner.
Facets 2026 will also recognize JFC’s nine current nonprofit partners and include the announcement of the organization’s 2026 fundraising results, as well as the distribution of funds to its charitable partners.
Sponsorship opportunities and tickets are available for purchase here.
All proceeds directly support JFC’s mission and nonprofit partners.
JFC donates over $1 million annually, directly benefiting nonprofit organizations dedicated to improving the lives of children in need.
For more information, visit JFC’s website.
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