Kathy Goslee has always had a passion for giving back. “I’ve loved to volunteer since I was 14 years old,” she notes. “Once I opened my own business, however, it became more difficult to find the time.” As the owner of Chesterfield Jewelers, she started looking for opportunities that would work with her six-day schedule. She found a solution that not only supported an important cause and allowed her to be in her store as needed, but also shone a spotlight on the business: the Glennon Card.
Every October, the Glennon Card gives St. Louisans the chance to give back while patronizing some of their favorite stores, restaurants and more. By purchasing a $60 card, you unlock a 20% discount at more than 340 local businesses, and 100% of card sales benefit the young patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital. This year’s shopping period is Oct. 18 to 27. Chesterfield Jewelers has participated since the initiative launched in 2011. “I love that all proceeds from card sales go to support the children at the hospital,” Goslee says. “There are so many needs in our community. As a business owner, I have a responsibility to help however I can.”
The Glennon Card shopping period falls at the perfect time to start holiday shopping. Chesterfield Jewelers offers a curated selection of mid- to upper-end pieces that are sure to add some seasonal sparkle for your loved ones—or yourself. “We carry jewelry that has a timeless look,” Goslee says. “You won’t find trendy items that go out of style quickly.” The store also is a destination for luxury giftware. You can find a wide selection from the world’s top designers, including porcelain from Herend and Limoges, crystal from Lalique and silver from Buccellati. Chesterfield Jewelers’ services include watch and jewelry repair, appraisals, pearl and bead restringing, and more.
Goslee works hard to engage her customer base in the Glennon Card program. Chesterfield Jewelers sends out letters to ensure they are aware of the initiative, and during the shopping period, it holds a giveaway for a piece of Herend porcelain for in-store visitors. “It’s a fun start to the holiday season—we get to see all of our clients come back in, and they get to check out what we’ve brought in for the fourth quarter,” she notes. “Sometimes, we have people who choose to send in a $60 donation for SSM Health Cardinal Glennon even if they can’t use the Glennon Card. I love having the opportunity to raise money for a good cause.”
Since its founding, the Glennon Card program has raised more than $2.6 million. The funds have supported initiatives like the Orthwein Center for Infant and Child Nutrition, the 3D Printing Center of Excellence, Danis Pediatric Center and a number of enhancements to patient areas. Glennon Card funds also have gone toward different programs at the hospital, such as the Knights of Columbus Developmental Center, Footprints, and Reach Out and Read.
Purchase a Glennon Card for 10 days of major savings at local retailers and eateries Oct. 18 to 27. For more information or to purchase a Glennon Card, visit glennoncard.org.
Pictured at top: Chesterfield Jewelers
Photo courtesy of Chesterfield Jewelers
