Giving Back {Get Involved}

Below are some wonderful non-profit organizations that we are extremely blessed to work with. We have been extremely fortunate to be able to give back and pay it forward, please feel free to contribute in any way that you feel led. God Bless!

Vision Walk

Website: http://www.visionwalk.org/
Mission:To fund sight-saving research.

Important Dates: May 21st 2011
Donate: For Megan
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Brides Against Breast Cancer

Mission: Fulfilling a dream or wish for cancer patients with their families.

Donate: New/ Used Bridal Gowns, Shoes, Veils, Accessories, etc. More Donation Info.
Website: http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
Important Dates: Event Calendar
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F/Stop Breast Cancer

Website: F/Stop Breast Cancer
Mission: Raising Awareness and Funds for research to end Breast Cancer
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Daniel
Website: http://www.danielkids.org/


Mission: To support and provide for children as far as our means and facilities will enable us.
Important Dates: Event Calendar
Donate: Ways to Give

Thirst Relief

Website: Thirst Relief

Mission: To overcome death and disease resulting from the consumption of contaminated water by providing safe, clean drinking water to those in need around the world.
Donate: Online
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Florida Baptist Children's Home

Website: http://www.fbchomes.org/
Mission: Christ-centered services to children and families in need.

PACE Center for Girls
Website: http://www.pacecenter.org/



Mission: Provides education, counseling and training to girls and young women for an opportunity for a better future
Important Dates: Currently Celebrating Their 25th Anniversary!
Donate: Clothing, School Supplies, Prom Dresses, etc. and Online
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Operation Homefront Florida



Website: http://www.operationhomefront.net/
Mission: Assist military families during difficult financial times by providing assistance in various needs.
Donate: Online

Bands Against Breast Cancer

Website: http://www.bandsagainstbreastcancer.org/
Mission: To harness the power of music to enable us to raise funds to provide education, awareness and support in the fight against breast cancer.
Get Involved: Online

Brides Against Breast Cancer {Behind the Scenes}

Here's a quick little recap of the first couple of days of the Brides Against Breast Cancer Designer Gown Sale...I am so thankful to be a part of such a wonderful cause and only wish I would have had the chance to purchase all my wedding day needs to benefit Breast Cancer Patients!Friday's VIP night kicked off with a fabulous cocktail reception and expert panel of wedding vendors for all the brides to mix, mingle and get all sorts of wonderful advice for the BIG Day!

I absolutely loved the raffle tickets...the ladies got how ever many tickets wrapped around their breasts once- it was a big hit, brilliant!Designer gowns are not the only items there...they have it all from under garments, tiaras, shoes and sooo much more! And to top it off, brides-to-be could even grab their favorite bouquet to see their vision become a reality!

Complete with hair and make up tips, glamour portraits and a fun photo booth this event was such a fantastic opportunity for local brides to save, give back and also benefit from all the free advice and tips to make everything about planning their wedding a little easier :)

A very special thanks to all the volunteers and brides who came out so far to support this wonderful event! Looking forward to reporting back on the total amount of funds raised for all the wishes!!!

One more day left...if you haven't made it out yet The sale runs Sunday 10-6pm at The Hyatt Downtown, Jax :)

Brides Against Breast Cancer

I am so thrilled to be able to share with you the news about Brides Against Breast Cancer! They have paired up what every woman loves {SHOPPING!!!} with all the fabulous other details and adventures of planning a wedding!

We are all somehow touched by breast cancer in our lives as women and joining the fight has never been easier or more F-U-N!

I am honored to be part of such a wonderful cause an amazing community of wedding vendors who have banned together to help end the fight of breast cancer. Please read all the details below and hope to see you there!!!

Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront
225 E Coastline Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32202

VIP NIGHT
Friday, July 23: 6 PM – 9 PM
$45 per Bride and guest
$20 each additional guest

GENERAL SALE
Saturday, July 24: 10 AM – 8 PM
Sunday, July 25: 10 AM – 6 PM
Free Admission

What you can do:
1) Friday is our VIP night.
Tickets are available {HERE} and include the following awesome perks...

- EXCLUSIVE preview and pre-sale of all designer gowns before the doors are open to the public

- First Class Reception of drinks, refreshments, gourmet menu selections and decor of some of the finest wedding vendors in Jacksonville.
- Be pampered and treated like a queen, hair, makeup tips and trials as well us a CRAZY fun photo booth and glamour portrait!

- Even more surprises we can not even release yet!!!

2) SHOP, SHOP, SHOP!
Local brides-to-be have the opportunity to find their dream gowns while making wishes come true for stage IV breast cancer patients!!!
- All gowns featured at BABC events have been donated by famous designers, retailers, manufacturers and individuals.
- Gown sizes range from 2-28 and are marked down by about 35% to 75%.
- Prices start at just $199.
- Couture gowns are also available, some valued at $8,000(wow!)

3) Share this event with everyone you know and help spread the word :)

ABOUT THE FOUNDATION : Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation™ (MMBCF)
Since 1998, the organization has been granting last wishes to hundreds of men and women suffering from stage IV (terminal) breast cancer.

Beyond wish grants, our Mission extends to increasing awareness of breast cancer and educating the public to the vast network of resources and support systems available to breast cancer patients and their families.

MMBCF activities promote the need for vigilance and regular self-examinations to reduce the numbers of men and women who lose the battle with breast cancer.

Current Facts of Breast Cancer:
- Despite significant strides in research, the disease ranks as the leading cause of cancer death in women between the ages of 15-54 and the second leading cause of cancer death among women ages 55-74, devastating thousands of young families each year.

The Foundation reaches thousands of women as they approach marriage and family life to instill good personal health habits – and pass them on to save the lives of their loved ones. Please join us Friday, Saturday or Sunday as we contribute to the fight to end this devastating disease!

Please share the news, this post and the links with friends, families, future brides to be and more to help make this a wonderful success!