It is estimated that this year alone over 200,000 women and nearly 1,200 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Sadly, breast cancer will take the lives of almost 40,000 people this year in the United States and over 300,000 worldwide. Breast cancer is the number one killer of women between the ages of 15 and 54.
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. We thought this would be the perfect time to tell you about two unique ways you can have a positive impact on this important cause.
Donate Your Gown: Brides Across the Nation Help Grant Dying Wishes
If you were thinking about paying for bridal gown storage, here's an idea that will save you money and support a good cause! "Brides Against Breast Cancer", a fundraising wing of Making Memories, holds charity wedding gown sales in dozens of cities across the nation every year. Gowns whose original value is up to $4,000 are sold between $89 and $899. Gowns originally priced between $4,000 and $10,000 sell for up to 80% off. Sale proceeds help grant wishes and memory making events for women and men who are losing their battle with breast cancer. http://www.bridesagainstbreastcancer.org/
Host a 'Pink Envelope Project' Bridal Shower
So, maybe you're not crazy about the idea of parting ways with your bridal gown. Well, Making Memories offers this creative way for you (and your guests) to support the cause. Make your bridal shower a PEP Shower by including a special Pink Donation Envelope with your shower invitations. Ask your guests to make a donation on behalf of your event. PEP Participants will get their shower featured on the website. For more information, and to order supplies, go to http://www.pinkenvelopeproject.org/pep_bridal_shower.html
About Making Memories
Making Memories was co-founded in 1998 by the mother/daughter team of Fran Hansen and Anna Nelson. Their story has received national coverage from Oprah, MSNBC, Redbook, Martha Stewart Living, Newsweek, Woman's Day, and Shape magazine. They were named 2005 Trendsetters of the Year by Modern Bride Magazine and they were honored as "Women Who Make a Difference" in a recent issue of Family Circle. http://makingmemories.org/
