irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0MEMBER BENEFITS:JEWELERS OF AMERICA OFFERS MEMBERS BENEFITS INCLUDING BUSINESS RESOURCES, MARKETING TOOLS, DISCOUNT PROGRAMS, EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS, AND CERTIFICATION COURSES. THE MEMBER BENEFITS AVAILABLE ARE ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THE ASSOCIATION'S WEBSITE, WWW.JEWELERS.ORG. IN 2024, JEWELERS OF AMERICA INTRODUCED NEW BENEFITS WITH EBAY THAT PROVIDE CONCIERGE CUSTOMER SERVICE TO OUR MEMBERS WHO ENROLL IN THEIR ONLINE SELLING CHANNEL, AND A NEW BENEFIT PARTNER, PODIUM. THEY PROVIDE MEMBERS WITH AN ONLINE CUSTOMER MESSAGING (PHONE/CHAT/SMS/SOCIAL) AND BUSINESS REVIEW MANAGEMENT PLATFORM.
- #2 $0EDUCATION:JEWELERS OF AMERICA CONTINUED TO EDUCATE CONSUMERS ABOUT FINE JEWELRY THROUGH VARIOUS MEDIA SUCH AS OUR WEBINAR SERIES, PUBLIC RELATIONS, MARKETING, AND SOCIAL MEDIA. IN 2024, JEWELERS OF AMERICA INTRODUCED THREE REGIONAL IN-PERSON LEARNING WORKSHOPS TO FACILITATE EDUCATION FOR OUR MEMBERS ON TOPICS THAT HELP THEM OPERATE THEIR BUSINESSES. WE ALSO INTRODUCED A NEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR BENCH JEWELERS AND THE EMERGING JEWELERS ACCELERATOR PROGRAM WITH BIJC.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Advocacy & Representation
Provides legislative counsel in Washington D.C., organizes member Fly-Ins to engage with Congress, and offers updates on regulatory issues affecting the jewelry industry
CASE Awards
Annual design competition recognizing excellence in custom jewelry design among JA member companies; categories based on retail price with winners selected by a panel of design experts
Education & Workshops
Offers webinars, regional in-person learning workshops, scholarships for bench jewelers, and the Emerging Jewelers Accelerator Program to support professional development
JA Certification
Exclusive certification program to enhance the professional reputation of employees and stores through industry-recognized credentials
JA Member Benefits
Provides members with business resources, marketing tools, discount programs (e.g., FedEx, health care, credit processing), job boards, and educational discounts from institutions like GIA and NAJA
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Jewelry and Gemstone Industry Advancement 3 activities
- Delivery of educational programs and career advancement opportunitiesProvides members with access to discounted jewelry education courses from institutions such as GIA, DCA, and NAJA; offers scholarships including the Nina Pugliese Memorial Scholarship and the Seymour & Evelyn Holtzman Bench Scholarship; and delivers webinars, workshops, and certification programs to support professional development in the jewelry industry.
- Expanding industry reach through strategic affiliations and media ownershipAcquired National Jeweler in 2015 to serve as a primary source of industry news and established strategic affiliations with the Diamond Council of America (2017) and Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America (2025) to strengthen sector-wide collaboration and representation.
- Supporting emerging jewelers through accelerator and scholarship programsOperates the Emerging Jewelers Accelerator Program (EJAP), launched in 2023, which offers workshops and grant funding to new jewelry retailers, and provides targeted scholarships to students and professionals to encourage new talent in the industry.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Administering recognition programs for industry professionalsHosts the annual CASE Awards, a national jewelry design competition that celebrates craftsmanship and excellence in custom design, and recognizes leadership among young professionals through the 20 Under 40 Program, including public announcements and celebratory events such as the Member Meetup cocktail party.
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Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Engagement 1 activity
- Advocacy for jewelry industry issues at the federal levelEngages in government affairs and legislative advocacy on behalf of the jewelry industry, including maintaining legislative counsel in Washington, D.C., organizing annual Fly-Ins for members to meet with congressional leaders, and coordinating delegations to discuss industry concerns with federal policymakers.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Co-producing and distributing industry-focused podcast contentCo-produces the “My Next Question” podcast series with National Jeweler, transforming the original webinar series into a podcast format to deliver industry news, expert interviews, and discussions on trending topics to jewelry professionals.
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Workplace and Affiliate Giving Programs 1 activity
- Funding industry initiatives through grantmaking programsAdministers the Impact Initiative, launched in 2025, which provides grant funds and programming support to other industry organizations to advance ethical practices, environmental responsibility, innovation, and education within the jewelry sector.
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Disaster Relief and Recovery Services 1 activity
- Operating disaster relief support for industry membersManages the Jewelers Relief Fund in partnership with the Diamond Council of America to collect and distribute financial assistance to jewelry industry professionals affected by natural disasters.
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Member Business Referral & Discount Programs 1 activity
- Provision of business and operational resources to member firmsOffers company-wide membership to jewelry retailers, suppliers, designers, and service providers, providing access to discounted shipping (up to 50% off via FedEx), reduced payment processing rates (at least 25% off via Flute), and digital customer communication platforms through benefit programs.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$4.75M
Contributions & grants$10K0%
Program service revenue$1.86M39%
Investment income$2.22M47%
Other revenue$656K
expenses
Total expenses$5.53M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$2.86M
Grants paid out$48K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$74.36M
Cash$1.95M
Investments$68.33M
Liabilities$2.50M
Net assets$71.86M
Liquid reserves152.5 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -11.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAVID BONAPARTE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER | 36 | $622K |
| HUGUE-ANNIE DORESCA | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 35 | $274K |
| MOLLY FALLON | DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & CO | 30 | $194K |
| AMANDA GIZZI | DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIO | 38 | $184K |
| REGINA CIARLEGLIO | DIRECTOR OF MEMBERSHIP & S | 40 | $160K |
| SUSAN POSNOCK | DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS | 40 | $159K |
| BYRON BARTON | CONTROLLER | 28 | $150K |
board members · 18
- CHAD BERG — BOARD MEMBER
- COLEMAN CLARK — CHAIR
- CONSTANCE POLAMALU — BOARD MEMBER
- EDWARD DIKES — BOARD MEMBER
- ELISE GREENBERG — VICE CHAIR
- HUNTER MCGRATH — BOARD MEMBER
- JEFFERY BOLLING — BOARD MEMBER
- JOSEPH COREY — BOARD MEMBER
- JULIE KEENEY — BOARD MEMBER
- KAREN GORACKE — TREASURER
- KIM CRAWFORD — BOARD MEMBER
- KRYSTEL CRAYCRAFT — BOARD MEMBER
- LAWRENCE BOCK — BOARD MEMBER
- LENNY KRAMER — BOARD MEMBER
- MATTHEW ROSENHEIM — CHAIR ELECT
- ROBERT F MOELLER II — IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIR
- ROBERT MARKS — BOARD MEMBER
- SHERRY SMITH — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 36
Who they work with
- Acadiana Animal Aid Partner — Board member serves on its board
- Advancing Vibrant Communities Partner — Board member serves on its board
- American Gem Society Partner — Board member has held multiple leadership roles including President
- BIJC Partner — Partner organization co-launching the Emerging Jewelers Accelerator Program and a scholarship program for bench jewelers.
- Black in Jewelry Coalition Partner — Multiple board members serve on its advisory board
- Black in Jewelry Coalition Partner — Partnered with Jewelers of America to launch the Emerging Jewelers Accelerator Program (EJAP) in 2023.
- DCA Partner — Offers discounted jewelry education courses to JA members through a partnership with DCA.
- Diamond Council of America Partner — Co-exhibited with DCA at JCK in the lobby of The Venetian Convention Center during the 2026 Las Vegas Jewelry Week.
- Diamond Council of America Partner — Collaborates with Jewelers of America to operate the Jewelers Relief Fund.
- Diamond Council of America Partner — Strategic affiliation established in 2017 to support industry education and professional development.
- FedEx Partner — Provides shipping discounts to JA members through a partnership with FedEx.
- Flute Partner — Provides discounted payment processing rates to JA members through a partnership with Flute.
- Forevermark Leadership Council Partner — Board member serves on the council
- GIA Partner — Offers discounted jewelry education courses to JA members through a partnership with GIA.
- Henne Jewelers Partner — Co-created and sponsors the Nina Pugliese Memorial Scholarship with Jewelers of America.
- Henne Jewelers Partner — Partnered with Jewelers of America to create the Nina Pugliese Memorial Scholarship.
- JAPAC Coalition — Jewelers of America organizes member delegations in support of its Political Action Committee, JAPAC, for advocacy meetings on Capitol Hill.
- Jewelers Mutual Group Partner — Provides industry-specific insurance solutions to JA members through a partnership with Jewelers Mutual Group.
- Jewelers for Children Partner — Multiple board members serve on its Board of Directors
- Leading Jewelers Guild Partner — Board member serves as Treasurer
- MJSA (Manufacturing Jewelers of America) Partner — Co-exhibited with MJSA at JCK in the lobby of The Venetian Convention Center during the 2026 Las Vegas Jewelry Week.
- Manufacturing Jewelers and Suppliers of America Partner — Strategic affiliation established in 2025 to strengthen support for manufacturing and supply sectors of the jewelry industry.
- NAJA Partner — Offers discounted jewelry education courses to JA members through a partnership with NAJA.
- National Jeweler Network — Acquired in 2015 as a trusted source for jewelry industry news and information.
- National Jeweler Partner — Co-exhibited with National Jeweler at JCK in the lobby of The Venetian Convention Center during the 2026 Las Vegas Jewelry Week.
- National Jeweler Partner — Co-produces the My Next Question podcast series with Jewelers of America.
- Nevada Retail Network Self-Insurance Group Partner — Board member serves on its Board of Directors
- Nevada Retail Risk Management Association Partner — Board member serves on its board
- Podium Partner — Benefit partner offering members an online customer messaging and business review management platform.
- Responsible Jewellery Council Partner — Co-founded the Responsible Jewellery Council in 2005 and aligns its Code of Professional Practices with the Council's principles.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Member-Driven Professionalism and Standards Settingmethodology: industry_standards_settingBy requiring adherence to a Code of Professional Practices and advancing ethics through member representation, JEWELERS OF AMERICA INC builds consumer confidence and raises industry-wide standards, because shared professional norms increase trust and market integrity.
- Recognition-Based Capacity Buildingmethodology: recognition_based_capacity_buildingBy recognizing design excellence and emerging leadership through juried competitions and awards, the organization elevates industry standards and inspires professionalism, because public recognition motivates innovation and reinforces aspirational benchmarks.
- Unified Advocacy with Member Mobilizationmethodology: policy_advocacy_through_member_mobilizationBy acting as a centralized advocacy voice and organizing member delegations to engage federal policymakers, the organization influences regulatory outcomes that support the jewelry industry, because collective action amplifies political impact and policy alignment.