John Voelzow, proprietor of Pavé Fine Jewelry, was presented with the National Operation School Bell^® Award at the Assistance League® of Bend Silver Gala. The award recognizes Mr. Voelzow’s many years of significant contributions to Assistance League of Bend and its philanthropic programs that support vulnerable children in Deschutes County.

The award is intended to honor those who, through significant financial, in-kind or service support, have a direct, powerful and positive effect on Operation School Bell in a chapter’s community. Assistance League of Bend has nominated a community member for the national award only five times in 25 years.