Wish Upon a Wedding is the world’s first nonprofit wish granting organization that provides weddings and vow renewals for couples facing terminal illness or other serious life-altering circumstances. Less than one year old, the organization has 16 active chapters, and will have granted 12 wishes by the end of 2010. During the month of November, they are hosting several fund raising galas and auctions throughout the country, and would like to invite you to participate. Whether you are a bride or groom to be, a wedding industry professional, or you simply love the concept behind their mission… YOU can help make Wedding Wishes come true, while raising crucial funding needed to sustain this wonderful, new nonprofit organization.
Here’s How:
Attend The Blissful Wishes Ball A Gala Celebration to Benefit Wish Upon a Wedding
Chicago November 1, LA November 4, San Francisco November 10, Houston November 11, Charlotte November 12, Orlando November 14, St. Louis November 14, Baltimore November 17, Portland November 18, Atlanta November 21 Buy your tickets today!
The Blissful Wishes Ball is a festive way to support Wish Upon a Wedding. Enjoy a nice night out on the town with an elegant dinner, entertainment, music, dancing, and incredible auction items.
BID YOUR WISHES FOR WEDDING BLISS Online and Live auctions for a Worthwhile Cause
For the first time in history, couples getting married can plan their entire wedding from virtually any city in the United States, knowing that every penny they spend will go directly towards helping a couple in need. It’s so EASY to bid. Find everything from invitations to flowers, catering to DJs, photography to wedding planners, honeymoons and more. Simply visit their online auction site here to choose from hundreds of items from the industry’s best vendors. Even if you are not getting married, check it out for other exciting items, such as dinners in top-rated restaurants, entertainment, sporting events and popular autographed memorabilia. Every cent earned goes towards Wish Upon a Wedding and their mission to provide these heartfelt Wedding Wishes.
ABOUT WISH UPON A WEDDING
Founded in January of 2010 by CA wedding planner, Liz Guthrie of San Jose Wedding Consultants, Wish Upon a Wedding was created to help couples who did not have the time, money, resources or strength to plan a wedding on their own, because of terminal illness or other serious life-altering circumstances. The organization now celebrates the courage, determination and spirit of these couples by granting their dream wedding wishes. It is their goal that chosen recipients can inspire other couples facing similar situations to find hope and strength, while raising awareness for terminal illness.
Supported by industry leaders such as Sasha Souza, David Beahm, Stella Inserra, Jenny Orsini, Kevin Covey, Stacie Francombe, Sylvia Weinstock, Steve Kemble, Mindy Weiss, Mary Dann, and Ivy Robinson (to name just a few), the organization has experienced rapid growth and seen voracious acceptance throughout the country.
To date, eight couples have benefited from the generous work of Wish Upon a Wedding. Over 4,000 volunteers have signed up to become Wish Granters. Their facebook page has attracted over 10,000 fans.
None of this would be possible without public support.
IN LOVING MEMORY…
On Left: Dani and Tony married in St Louis on September 1. She passed away September 30th. Dani had suffered from Cystic Fibrosis since age 3, and had recently received a double lung transplant.
On Right: Florence and Micheal married near Sacramento on March 13. She passed away on September 28. Florence battled stage IV breast cancer, and was diagnosed with six months to live at the time of her wedding.
Please help Wish Upon a Wedding continue to do great things.
Attend a Gala. Donate to or bid in the auctions.
And help them spread the word, by sharing this article with your friends, family, co-workers and acquaintances.
You CAN make a difference in someone’s life today!
