The following is a press release issued by Lasell College:
Lasell College will host a gala reception celebrating the opening of its newest exhibit featuring more than forty unique designs from jewelry artist and philanthropist, Joan Hornig, on September 22nd at the college’s Yamawaki Art & Culture Center. Media will have the opportunity to view and photograph pieces from Hornig’s Philanthropy is Beautiful® collection, which features exclusive designs worn by a long list of celebrities including Olivia Wilde, Eva Mendes, Cameron Diaz, Tina Fey, Amy Poehler, America Ferrera, and Minka Kelly.
In 2003, Joan Hornig established a foundation dedicated to providing funding for charitable organizations. Over the past seven years, Hornig’s designs have generated over $1 million, 100% of which has gone directly to more than 700 charitable and non-profit organizations worldwide. Hornig’s pieces− which have generated significant revenue for organizations focusing on the arts, social justice, health, the environment, medical research, animal welfare, and education,−continue to benefit worthy causes in ways that are real, lasting and measurable. For more information and to view Hornig’s jewelry designs visit joanhornig.com.
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