Philanthropy
At David Gardner’s Jewelers, community is everything. Since opening our doors, Julia and David Gardner have remained committed to giving back in ways both big and small. As a family-owned jewelry store in the heart of College Station, we believe our success is deeply connected to the well-being of the people around us.
From multiplying donations through creative campaigns to partnering with more than 300 local organizations annually, we strive to be a jeweler that gives generously and inspires others to do the same. Our desire is to create opportunities to raise funds, raise awareness, and rally support for important causes.
Dear friends and longtime customers, Britt and Kay Rice, pictured with Julia and David Gardner—partners in building a Habitat for Humanity home together.
Both Julia and David Gardner are proud graduates of College Station ISD and longtime supporters of scholarships and fundraisers benefiting our local schools. Matt and Sophie Newton pictured with the winner of 2025 CSISD’s 50 Men Who Can Cook Raffle.
The Gardners hosted ‘Polish’ for Texas A&M’s Panhellenic Council Redefine Week, welcoming sorority women from every chapter into the store for an evening of encouragement, conversation, and community.
David Gardner pictured with a member of Texas A&M University’s Ol’ Ags.
David Gardner pictured with winners from the Texas A&M University Corps of Cadets Annual Golf Tournament.
We’re proud to support the Texas A&M University community in countless ways and serve as the Preferred Jeweler of Texas A&M Athletics. A significant portion of our philanthropic involvement is dedicated to the students, traditions, and organizations that make Texas A&M such a special place. From sororities and fraternities to student leadership groups and service organizations, we believe in investing in the people who represent the future of our community.
Being in the art world themselves, the Gardners LOVE the arts of the Brazos Valley and deeply value the world-class performances Texas A&M University’s OPAS brings to our community. They’re proud to partner with OPAS to help raise funds that ensure this cultural legacy continues to thrive.
David and Julia have served on boards and initiatives supporting the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, Young Life, Habitat for Humanity, Scotty’s House, Brazos Valley Rehabilitation Center, and many more. We were also founding members of Brazos Christian School. Julia has served as president of the Junior League and has been honored by dozens of local nonprofits for her commitment to service.
Julia Gardner pictured with fellow Junior League of Bryan-College Station members Matney Neatherlin and Julie Porter.
Julia Gardner with President George H.W. Bush. She was honored to take part in the opening ceremony of the George H.W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum, assisted in planning his 80th birthday celebration, and served as a docent for the event.
Julia and David Gardner are longtime supporters of Pink Alliance’s Surviving & Thriving Luncheon. They’ve had the honor of designing and gifting jewelry—raffled in support of the cause—to Good Morning America anchors Joan Lunden (2014) and Amy Robach (2017).
The Gardners are known not only as jewelers but also as generous neighbors, tireless volunteers, and community leaders. Whether designing a piece to support a fundraiser or donating time and resources behind the scenes, they continue to live out their belief that strong communities start with strong commitments.
OnRamp shares God’s grace by gifting reliable vehicles to hard-working people in need to partner with them on the road to self-sufficiency. David and Julia are proud to be a part of Wheels, Watches and Whiskey each year – an event that benefits this awesome organization.
For engagement ring shoppers seeking a trusted, ethical, and community-focused jeweler in College Station, we offer more than beautiful jewelry—we offer a connection to something bigger.
