The sparkle of the holiday season is something that many people look forward to each year and Baribault Jewelers in Glastonbury, Connecticut, is helping to shine an extra-bright spotlight and bring joy to local families facing tough times by custom-curwating a unique jewelry display to benefit Rise and Shine Connecticut, a new nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and assistance to children and families across the state. Named the “Shop for Good” collection, 20% of all proceeds raised from now until Dec. 31 will be donated to the benevolent charity.
“Recent reductions in social programs, compounded with high inflation, have forced more Connecticut families to face both food and financial insecurity this year,” said Christina Baribault-Ortiz, co-owner of Baribault Jewelers. “As a third-generation family business where family is everything, we want to support families in need this holiday season.”
Rise and Shine CT was formed last year by 96.5 TIC morning hosts Christine and Salt, who wanted to create a special foundation that would provide unwavering support and valuable assistance to children and families in need based on the countless listeners that call into their show.
“Our vision was simple – to make a real impact on the lives of those struggling and to be there to lend a helping hand when they needed it most,” said Christine Lee, morning show co-host at 96.5 TIC-FM. “From sudden emergencies to ongoing hardships, we know that everyone’s needs are different, and this charity is designed to help them all.”
“When Christine told us about her plans to start the Rise and Shine Connecticut charity, we were immediately all in, all the way,” said Raeann Baribault-Schwartz, co-owner of Baribault Jewelers. “We have supported her station’s annual “5000 Toys for Girls and Boys” program and look forward to more creative, charitable synergies in the upcoming year.”
The “Shop for Good” line includes a variety of exquisite necklaces, bracelets and earrings made with 14-carat gold, sterling silver and diamonds, each featuring a rising sun element in the design to represent the Rise and Shine Connecticut charity.
Since 1948, the mission of the Baribault family business has always been to help its valued customers create beautiful memories with the people they love.
