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Press Release: On July 17, 2104, Gemological Science International (GSI) launched the Joy Box campaign, a social initiative for Each One Teach One, which is tied to "Educate a Child, Discover a Personality" -- a charitable foundation aimed for underprivileged children in Mumbai. The initiative is a first of its kind and from the start, it gained great support and generous donations from the gems and jewelry industry. GSI is delighted to make first delivery of the school supplies, children clothes and other items. It includes contributions from Hari Krishna Diamonds, Moksh Jewellers, Fine Creations, Phalak Impex, Steck Beck, Fashion Exim and others. GSI is extremely proud of its employees that came forward and generously donated to the cause  .
Mark Gershburg, the CEO of GSI, said, “It gives me an immense pleasure to be a part of this campaign, initiated by GSI staff. I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the contributors from gems and jewelry industry and to GSI employees specifically for playing a key role in this endeavor.”
Hema Raney, the CEO of Each One Teach One, on receiving the first Joy Box, said, “The children were overjoyed to see the amount of items contributed, which consisted of clothes, umbrellas, stationary items and so on. The happiness in their hearts was reflected on their faces, through a smile. Each One Teach One appreciates the support of the gems and jewelry industry and especially GSI, which made a big difference in the lives of the children.”
GSI’s Joy Boxes are located in strategic locations all over Bharat Diamond Bourse (BDB), so that you can drop off your donations. You also can contact GSI for pick up at your doorstep.
About GSI
In 2005, Gemological Science International (GSI) was established in New York City as a full-service, high-tech lab designed specifically to meet the rapidly changing needs of the jewelry industry. With offices in the U.S., India, Israel and Belgium, it is currently one of the world’s largest and most technically advanced gem laboratories. GSI is known for its integrity, innovations and its commitment to the highest corporate social responsibility standards. Visit www.gemscience.net About Each One Teach One (EOTO) Founded in 1983, EOTO - Educate a Child, Discover a Personality is a charitable foundation aimed at creating opportunities for underprivileged children in rural and urban India. To date they have reached out to more than 5,000 children in India. More than 8,000 students have passed through the EOTO journey. Among the foundation’s benefits are extra coaching for students; computer education; scholarships for higher education; notebooks and uniforms; healthy snacks and training programs for teachers. Visit www.eotoindia.org.
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