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. For that reason, the scholarship is targeted to emerging fine jewelry designers or artisans, and memorializes her tireless pursuit of educating, mentoring, and coaching these entrepreneurs.

In memory of Edelstein's equally unwavering commitment to WJA and the careers of women, only women who are current WJA members are eligible to apply. The recipient can pursue either design or business courses, providing they are focused on improving her artistry and/or her designer jewelry business. 

The Cindy Edelstein Jewelry Design Scholarship is given annually in the amount of $5,000. 

Application Requirements

**All applications are to be filled out by the applicants themselves. They agree that all information is true. Applicants may be moved between categories if the jury deems it necessary.** 

Eligibility Criteria

Application Criteria: 

• Women who are current WJA members are eligible to apply.
• Pursuing either design or business courses, focused on improving their artistry and/or designer jewelry business, at an accredited college, university, or training school within the United States