2023 WJA Cindy Edelstein Jewelry Design Scholarship

The Women's Jewelry Association established the Cindy Edelstein Jewelry Design Scholarship in memory of one of the jewelry industry's most beloved and respected members who died suddenly in 2016 of cardiac arrest. Edelstein was a champion of the jewelry design community and especially understood the unique challenges that newcomers to the field faced. The scholarship is targeted to emerging fine jewelry designers or artisans and memorializes her tireless pursuit of educating, mentoring, and coaching these entrepreneurs.

Only women who are current WJA members are eligible to apply. The recipient can pursue either design or business courses, provided they are focused on improving her artistry and/or her designer jewelry business at an accredited college, university, or training school within the United States. The Cindy Edelstein Jewelry Design Scholarship is given annually in the amount of $5,000.

Applicants must submit 1-3 images and may submit up to 1 video (total of 1-4 work samples). All applications must be filled out by the applicants themselves, and applicants agree that all information is true. Applicants may be moved between categories if the jury deems it necessary.