Judith Ripka Gift Cards ($1,100 Value) to Benefit Autism Speaks
Gift Card Featured as Part of Judith Ripka Advertisement in September Issue of VOGUE
Gift Card Featured as Part of Judith Ripka Advertisement in September Issue of VOGUE
NEW YORK, N.Y. (August 17, 2009) – Judith Ripka Jewelry announced that it will join forces with Autism Speaks for a large scale charity partnership reaching 10 million American women who read Vogue. Exclusively debuting in the September 2009 issue of Vogue magazine on newsstands August 15, the partnership between Judith Ripka and Autism Speaks invites Vogue readers to “shop for a cause.”
Attached to a 2-page 4-color insert featuring Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss will be a perforated Gift Card worth $1,000 towards the purchase of a piece of Judith Ripka 18K Couture jewelry and $100 towards the purchase of a piece of Judith Ripka Silver jewelry. There is no minimum purchase required, and 10% of the net proceeds from every purchase will benefit Autism Speaks. Vogue readers can either bring the Gift Card into a Judith Ripka store, or to a participating independent jeweler to shop or redeem online at www.judithripka.com. Judith's dedication to Autism Speaks stems from meeting co-founder Suzanne Wright and being moved by her devotion to autism research.
“During an economic time when charitable giving has declined, it is important for all of us to find a way to give back, and I felt it was time for me to create a formal program for what I've been doing informally for years,” said Judith Ripka. “By incentivizing people to shop, I hope to not only raise significant funds for Autism Speaks, but also have people feel good about shopping and re-entering the stream of commerce. And, what better way to connect with shoppers around the world than take out an advertisement in the September issue of Vogue! A win-win for all.”
About Judith Ripka
Judith Ripka is devoted to inspiring others through her craft, and for the past three (3) years, Judith has designed exclusive and iconic pieces of jewelry for Autism Speaks with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the organization. Judith Ripka designs the ultimate in accessible fine jewelry, enabling women to look and feel beautiful every day and in every role in their lives, from blue jeans to black tie and everything in between. Renowned for creating wearable, versatile jewelry for every woman, Judith Ripka designs two distinct collections, her 18K Couture collection and her Silver collection. Celebrated by the red carpet elite for its modern elegance and sophistication, each piece of jewelry Judith creates reflects her passion for design. Simply stated by Judith, “When a woman is wearing my jewelry, I want her to feel as if she is wrapped in one of life's greatest luxuries.” Located in every key market across the country, Judith Ripka jewelry is available at its 16 retail stores, as well as key department stores such as Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, and independent fine jewelers. Visit www.judithripka.com to learn more.
About Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Autism Speaks funds more than $30 million each year in new autism research, in addition to supporting the Autism Treatment Network, Autism Genetic Resource Exchange, Autism Clinical Trials Network, Autism Tissue Program and a range of other scientific and medical programs. Notable awareness initiatives include the establishment of the annual United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 and an award-winning, multi-year national public service advertising campaign with the Ad Council. Autism Speaks' family services efforts include the Autism Video Glossary, a 100 Day Kit for newly-diagnosed families, a School Community Tool Kit and the distribution of community grants to local service providers. Its government relations department, through its Autism Votes initiative, has played a critical role in securing federal legislation to advance the federal government's response to autism, and has successfully advocated for insurance reform to require insurers to cover medically-necessary autism therapies. Each year, Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism Speaksfundraising events are held in more than 70 cities across the country, as well as Canada and the United Kingdom.
About the Autism Speaks Co-Founders
Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Suzanne and Bob Wright, the grandparents of a child with autism. Bob Wright is Senior Advisor at Lee Equity Partners and served as vice chairman, General Electric, and chief executive officer of NBC and NBC Universal for more than twenty years. He also serves on the board of directors of the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation and RAND Corporation. Suzanne Wright has an extensive history of active involvement in community and philanthropic endeavors, mostly directed toward helping children. She serves on the boards of several non-profit organizations and is also Trustee Emeritus of Sarah Lawrence College, her alma mater. To learn more about Autism Speaks, please visit www.autismspeaks.org.
Attached to a 2-page 4-color insert featuring Shoshanna Lonstein Gruss will be a perforated Gift Card worth $1,000 towards the purchase of a piece of Judith Ripka 18K Couture jewelry and $100 towards the purchase of a piece of Judith Ripka Silver jewelry. There is no minimum purchase required, and 10% of the net proceeds from every purchase will benefit Autism Speaks. Vogue readers can either bring the Gift Card into a Judith Ripka store, or to a participating independent jeweler to shop or redeem online at www.judithripka.com. Judith's dedication to Autism Speaks stems from meeting co-founder Suzanne Wright and being moved by her devotion to autism research.
“During an economic time when charitable giving has declined, it is important for all of us to find a way to give back, and I felt it was time for me to create a formal program for what I've been doing informally for years,” said Judith Ripka. “By incentivizing people to shop, I hope to not only raise significant funds for Autism Speaks, but also have people feel good about shopping and re-entering the stream of commerce. And, what better way to connect with shoppers around the world than take out an advertisement in the September issue of Vogue! A win-win for all.”
About Judith Ripka
Judith Ripka is devoted to inspiring others through her craft, and for the past three (3) years, Judith has designed exclusive and iconic pieces of jewelry for Autism Speaks with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the organization. Judith Ripka designs the ultimate in accessible fine jewelry, enabling women to look and feel beautiful every day and in every role in their lives, from blue jeans to black tie and everything in between. Renowned for creating wearable, versatile jewelry for every woman, Judith Ripka designs two distinct collections, her 18K Couture collection and her Silver collection. Celebrated by the red carpet elite for its modern elegance and sophistication, each piece of jewelry Judith creates reflects her passion for design. Simply stated by Judith, “When a woman is wearing my jewelry, I want her to feel as if she is wrapped in one of life's greatest luxuries.” Located in every key market across the country, Judith Ripka jewelry is available at its 16 retail stores, as well as key department stores such as Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, and independent fine jewelers. Visit www.judithripka.com to learn more.
About Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is the nation's largest autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. Autism Speaks funds more than $30 million each year in new autism research, in addition to supporting the Autism Treatment Network, Autism Genetic Resource Exchange, Autism Clinical Trials Network, Autism Tissue Program and a range of other scientific and medical programs. Notable awareness initiatives include the establishment of the annual United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day on April 2 and an award-winning, multi-year national public service advertising campaign with the Ad Council. Autism Speaks' family services efforts include the Autism Video Glossary, a 100 Day Kit for newly-diagnosed families, a School Community Tool Kit and the distribution of community grants to local service providers. Its government relations department, through its Autism Votes initiative, has played a critical role in securing federal legislation to advance the federal government's response to autism, and has successfully advocated for insurance reform to require insurers to cover medically-necessary autism therapies. Each year, Autism Speaks Walk Now for Autism Speaksfundraising events are held in more than 70 cities across the country, as well as Canada and the United Kingdom.
About the Autism Speaks Co-Founders
Autism Speaks was founded in February 2005 by Suzanne and Bob Wright, the grandparents of a child with autism. Bob Wright is Senior Advisor at Lee Equity Partners and served as vice chairman, General Electric, and chief executive officer of NBC and NBC Universal for more than twenty years. He also serves on the board of directors of the Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation and RAND Corporation. Suzanne Wright has an extensive history of active involvement in community and philanthropic endeavors, mostly directed toward helping children. She serves on the boards of several non-profit organizations and is also Trustee Emeritus of Sarah Lawrence College, her alma mater. To learn more about Autism Speaks, please visit www.autismspeaks.org.
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