The Jewelers for Veterans Foundation is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to connecting returning U.S. armed forces veterans with educational, training and employment opportunities in the jewelry industry. Military veterans returning from Iraq, Afghanistan and other overseas missions face high unemployment rates as they look for jobs in a down economy. Jewelers for Veterans is devoted to providing these veterans with a pathway to economic success in an exciting industry where they can put their skills to good use. With your support, the foundation will offer U.S. veterans: online resources, job counseling, one-on-one support, educational opportunities through industry institutions, employment opportunities through jewelry industry employers and general knowledge about careers in the jewelry industry. We invite everyone passionate about creating jobs in American industry to take part in our mission: *Jewelry Industry Professionals – With your support and training, a new workforce awaits. *Military Veterans – The jewelry industry has many jobs available. Learn about our efforts and see how your skills might transfer to jewelry jobs. *Military Supporters – Military families, concerned citizens, and government support offices, learn about our work and how you can help U.S. troops get jobs in jewelry. *Media – Discover the intriguing story of how U.S. jewelry industry leaders created this mutually beneficial foundation for military veteran job opportunities.