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Heller Jewelers and Always Dream
Jewels with Impact
At the intersection of fine jewelry and philanthropy, Heller Jewelers has proven that luxury can leave a lasting legacy. Through its collaboration with Olympian Kristi Yamaguchi’s Always Dream, the San Ramon jeweler has transformed the sale of its Always Dream necklace collection into life-changing opportunities for Bay Area children and families. In 2024, the collection generated $27,432.50 in donations, funds that opened doors to early literacy programs at two local schools. The initiative directly supported 151 children from 60 families, putting digital books into little hands, providing parents with the tools to foster learning at home, and offering personalized coaching that empowers entire households. At LUCHA Elementary in San Jose, students and families read over 1,400 books and logged more than 4,000 minutes on tablets. Turner Elementary in Antioch saw similarly inspiring engagement, with participants reading 1,641 books and recording nearly 10,000 minutes of learning time. A winter reading challenge brought these efforts to life, ending with a joyful classroom celebration hosted by Kristi Yamaguchi and Heller Jewelers’ Sarah Heller — an important reminder that learning can be both fun and transformative. For Heller Jewelers, the Always Dream partnership reflects a philosophy that fine jewelry should not only be beautiful but also purposeful. Each necklace represents craftsmanship and carries the promise of a brighter future for a child discovering the joy of reading. The collection remains available at Heller Jewelers’ City Center Bishop Ranch boutique, inviting clients to take part in this ongoing story. Because when luxury is paired with vision, it can change lives: one child, one family, one book at a time.
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