Gabriel & Co., a prominent name in fine jewelry and bridal wear, proudly marks a decade of collaboration with DKMS, the global non-profit organization committed to the fight against blood cancer and related disorders. This significant anniversary is being celebrated through diverse initiatives, including internal and public donor drives, the introduction of a special DKMS jewelry collection, and active participation in the annual DKMS Gala, all designed to amplify support and awareness for blood stem cell donation.
The journey of this partnership, which began ten years ago, is rooted in Gabriel & Co.'s core value of philanthropy. Dominick Gabriel, co-founder of Gabriel & Co., expressed profound pride in how the company has leveraged its platform to create a tangible impact. He emphasized their ongoing dedication to inspiring employees, clients, and the wider community to engage with the cause, highlighting the potential to save lives through collective effort.
To honor this milestone, Gabriel & Co. recently organized an exclusive donor drive for its employees, held at their New York office on October 13th. This event provided team members with an opportunity to register with DKMS and contribute to the worldwide network of prospective blood stem cell donors.
Furthermore, the company extended its outreach by launching a digital donor drive, making registration accessible to a broader audience. Through a dedicated online portal, individuals can sign up and receive a cheek swab kit at home, simplifying the process of joining the donor registry. This initiative is vital because for many patients battling blood cancer or other blood disorders, a blood stem cell transplant from an unrelated donor is often the only hope for survival. Expanding the donor registry significantly increases the likelihood of finding a life-saving match for these patients.
Christine Gabriel, representing the Gabriel Love Foundation and wife of Dominick Gabriel, shared her personal connection to the cause. Having faced a blood cancer diagnosis herself, she intimately understands the profound importance of finding a compatible donor. Her experience underscored the critical role of DKMS and the unwavering support from her family and company during a challenging period. She expressed immense pride in how her personal ordeal evolved into a sustained commitment to offering hope to other families in similar situations.
The collaboration between Gabriel & Co. and DKMS is a testament to the company's enduring philanthropic ethos, embodied by the Gabriel Love Foundation established in 2016. The foundation is dedicated to supporting causes that create meaningful positive change in people's lives.
Adding to the celebratory activities, Gabriel & Co. actively participated in the DKMS Gala on October 15th. This black-tie event brought together supporters and advocates to celebrate DKMS's impactful work and honor the combined efforts of individuals and organizations fighting against blood cancer. The gala successfully raised over $2.3 million, providing crucial funding for DKMS's global life-saving initiatives. Katharina Harf, Global Chairman of DKMS, reflected on the 20th anniversary of the New York gala, acknowledging the immense power of compassion in saving lives and expressing gratitude to the community for turning hope into second chances. She reaffirmed DKMS's commitment to striving for a future where every patient has access to life-saving treatment.
In a further demonstration of their commitment to the ten-year partnership, Gabriel & Co. is unveiling a new DKMS jewelry collection. This collection continues the company's tradition of utilizing jewelry as a means to raise awareness and garner support for significant causes, building upon the Gabriel Love Foundation's philanthropic endeavors.
Gabriel & Co.'s decade-long alliance with DKMS underscores a powerful synergy between corporate social responsibility and philanthropic action. Through various initiatives, including accessible donor drives and a dedicated jewelry collection, the company continues to foster a culture of giving back and community engagement, profoundly impacting the lives of individuals affected by blood cancer and blood disorders globally.
