http://wishuponawedding.org The World's First Nonprofit Wedding Wish Granting Organization Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:08:58 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/sew-in-love-in-philadelphia/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/sew-in-love-in-philadelphia/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:08:58 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8893 Philadelphia Weddings Magazine is hosting its first ever bridal couture design contest on Wednesday, April 11 from 7-9 pm at the Loews Hotel in Philadelphia. This event is going to be one of the hottest fashion shows in Philadelphia, with students from five of Philadelphia’s top design schools designing and creating original bridal designs.  A  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/sew-in-love-in-philadelphia/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/chinese-new-year-banquet-in-philadelphia-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/chinese-new-year-banquet-in-philadelphia-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 01:43:40 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=9021 The World Famous Joseph Poon is hosting a 10 course Chinese Banquet on Thursday, February 9 from 7:30 -9:30 to celebrate the Chinese New Year at his kitchen at 1010 Cherry Street in Philadelphia with proceeds benefiting Wish Upon A Wedding Philadelphia! Chef Joseph Poon is known for his Asian Fusion Cuisine, preparing fresh meals  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/02/01/chinese-new-year-banquet-in-philadelphia-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/30/latest-chapters-launch-is-pure-michigan/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/30/latest-chapters-launch-is-pure-michigan/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 01:58:54 +0000 Michigan Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8945 January in Michigan usually means hot cars and high fashion, but the North American International Auto Show and Charity Preview couldn’t compete with Wish Upon a Wedding Michigan when we rolled out the red-carpet treatment for our Launch Party. In an evening that was truly “Pure Michigan,” the elite of the wedding and hospitality industry  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/30/latest-chapters-launch-is-pure-michigan/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/26/heidi-and-billys-111111-las-vegas-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/26/heidi-and-billys-111111-las-vegas-wedding/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:26:48 +0000 Las Vegas marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8906 On one of the most special wedding dates of our time, Heidi and Billy started a new chapter in their love story as they united in matrimony at the Platinum Hotel in Las Vegas. In a city where numbers have a special significance, the favored date of 11/11/11 attracted swarms of brides and grooms to  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/26/heidi-and-billys-111111-las-vegas-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/wish-granter-spotlight-a-garden-party/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/wish-granter-spotlight-a-garden-party/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 03:22:53 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8886 We are so thankful for the sister team over at A Garden Party who provided us with florals for our South Jersey Meet and Greet. We were about to get hit with Hurricane Irene and one of their brides had to push up her wedding but they still made it out to provide us with  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/wish-granter-spotlight-a-garden-party/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/tiffany-mark%e2%80%99s-love-story-one-night-in-a-bar/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/tiffany-mark%e2%80%99s-love-story-one-night-in-a-bar/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:24:26 +0000 Houston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8877 Tiffany and Mark met in the typical Texas fashion…at a country dance club in Dallas. Tiffany was meeting up with a group of special education teachers and Mark was supposed to be meeting a buddy from work who never showed up. Needless to say they caught each other eyes immediately from across the dance floor  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/24/tiffany-mark%e2%80%99s-love-story-one-night-in-a-bar/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/15/alexis-christian-married/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/15/alexis-christian-married/#comments Sun, 15 Jan 2012 15:22:34 +0000 Houston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8803 Imagine the coolest wedding you’ve ever been to for a very special couple and multiply that by 10. That would be the wedding of Alexis and Christian which took place at Villa Rinata in Houston, Texas on Sunday, November 20th. Orange snap dragons perfectly matched Christian’s Mohawk and pink roses to mirror the crowning glory of  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/15/alexis-christian-married/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/12/wish-upon-a-cocktail-benefiting-the-minnesota-chapter/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/12/wish-upon-a-cocktail-benefiting-the-minnesota-chapter/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 18:38:02 +0000 Minnesota Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8793  Please Join Us! WISH UPON A COCKTAIL An evening of cocktails, culinary delights, and an exciting bar flair contest! Chase away those winter blues while enjoying an evening out for an extraordinary cause – mouthwatering culinary creations by Chef Casey, an exciting bar flair contest sponsored by UV Vodka, photo booth fun provided by Molly  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/12/wish-upon-a-cocktail-benefiting-the-minnesota-chapter/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/09/nick-shannon-high-school-sweetheart-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/09/nick-shannon-high-school-sweetheart-love-story/#comments Mon, 09 Jan 2012 12:00:20 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8728   The Love Story of Nick and Shannon from WUW Indy on Vimeo. For Nick, it was love at first sight. Shannon, however, wasn’t so sure. Both members of the same high school marching band, Shannon made it clear to Nick that he’d have to make some changes if he wanted to date her. After  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/09/nick-shannon-high-school-sweetheart-love-story/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/03/chicagos-2nd-annual-wish-upon-a-wedding-gala/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/03/chicagos-2nd-annual-wish-upon-a-wedding-gala/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:00:50 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8566 The Chicago Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding held their second annual Blissful Wishes Ball and Gala on November 1, 2011 at the historic Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel. This year, the theme was MOD, and the stunning Crystal Ballroom was transformed into a black and white extravaganza by The Meetinghouse Companies, Inc., complete with black feathers,  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/03/chicagos-2nd-annual-wish-upon-a-wedding-gala/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/02/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-2011-year-in-review/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/02/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-2011-year-in-review/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 00:45:35 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8693 2011 was a fabulous year for our local St. Louis chapter! From bridal shows to wedding wishes and our second annual gala, the chapter’s second year in existence proved to be a very memorable one for our couples and everyone involved! Of course, everything we do couldn’t be done without our board members, committee members  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/02/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-2011-year-in-review/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/01/wish-upon-a-wedding-houston-2011-year-in-review/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/01/wish-upon-a-wedding-houston-2011-year-in-review/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 18:00:18 +0000 Houston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8809 Since the Houston Chapter launched in June 2010, we have been educating our community about the joy and love this organization spreads to our wish recipients, wish granters and volunteers alike. In 2011, we have participated in bridal shows to spread the word, granted a wedding wish and hosted great fundraising events. None this would  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2012/01/01/wish-upon-a-wedding-houston-2011-year-in-review/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-announces-2011-shining-star-nominees/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-announces-2011-shining-star-nominees/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 15:13:22 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8163 ]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-announces-2011-shining-star-nominees/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/13/meet-greet-with-the-boston-new-england-chapter-of-wuw-at-the-easton-country-club/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/13/meet-greet-with-the-boston-new-england-chapter-of-wuw-at-the-easton-country-club/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 01:15:52 +0000 Boston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8550 We hope you will join us for this Meet & Greet on the South Shore for Wish Upon a Wedding Boston & New England! Thursday , January 19, 2012 6:00pm – 9:00pm Its absolutely free to attend! This is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how you can get involved with Wish  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/13/meet-greet-with-the-boston-new-england-chapter-of-wuw-at-the-easton-country-club/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/louise-george-the-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/louise-george-the-wedding/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:16:31 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8478 Louise and George’s love story is one that really sticks with the reader or those who hear it and know them. They share an unconditional love that inspires and a commitment to one another that was now made official through their marriage in October at the Glen Foerd Mansion in Philadelphia.     Above Photo: Love letters  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/louise-george-the-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/%e2%80%9che-sat-by-an-angel%e2%80%9d/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/%e2%80%9che-sat-by-an-angel%e2%80%9d/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 18:03:58 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8491 We are honored to share the following letter received by our Atlanta chapter’s first bride – whose husband Cliff was suffering from end stage renal failure at the time their wedding wish was granted.   We just LOVE to hear about happy endings like the following beautiful story.     Good Morning Family and Friends  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/09/%e2%80%9che-sat-by-an-angel%e2%80%9d/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/06/monica-deshawns-111111-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/06/monica-deshawns-111111-wedding/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:07:35 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8332 11/11/11 was a coveted wedding date for couples across the country, and Monica and Deshawn felt especially blessed to be the fourth wedding wish granted by the Chicago Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding.  Their love-story-25-years-in-the-making culminated on Friday, November 11th, as they celebrated their wedding day with their dearest family and friends at the beautiful Lincolnshire Marriott Resort. The  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/06/monica-deshawns-111111-wedding/feed/ 3 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/02/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-launch-party/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/02/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-launch-party/#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:09:18 +0000 San Diego Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8461 {Photography by} Betsy & Jeff McCue of LaVida Creations It takes a village. And oh, what an amazing village San Diego is! The San Diego Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding successfully launched in June of this year. Generous wedding professionals throughout San Diego County came together at the Destination Event Center in La Jolla to celebrate the launch and to  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/12/02/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-launch-party/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/#comments Tue, 22 Nov 2011 02:43:15 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8370 It’s only been twenty four hours and the St. Louis wedding industry is still a buzz from our 2011 Blissful Wishes Ball. What an amazing evening had by all! From tarot card readings to blindfolded tastings and St. Louis Cardinals’ autographed memorabilia, the gala had something for everyone! We we’re especially honored to have two  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/18/geoff-noel-the-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/18/geoff-noel-the-wedding/#comments Sat, 19 Nov 2011 00:36:23 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8277 Geoff and Noel are such a special couple to us as they were our first ever Wish Recipients for the Philadelphia Chapter.  It’s hard not to fall in love with their love story, love just gushes from between these two people and we were all so touched by the happiness we witnessed first hand. We  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/18/geoff-noel-the-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/13/valerie-and-larrys-fall-themed-wedding-wish-njny-metro/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/13/valerie-and-larrys-fall-themed-wedding-wish-njny-metro/#comments Mon, 14 Nov 2011 03:39:51 +0000 New Jersey Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8283 Larry and Valerie met in March 1999 while she was working at Headquarters Plaza Hotel (now th e HYATT). His best friend, who worked there introduced them.  Their first date was at his favorite mall and they ate dinner at the Sizzler, Valerie’s first time to either locations. Their love story is a complex but  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/13/valerie-and-larrys-fall-themed-wedding-wish-njny-metro/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/08/st-louis-chapter-pleased-to-announce-2011-shining-star-award-nominees/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/08/st-louis-chapter-pleased-to-announce-2011-shining-star-award-nominees/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:30:18 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8169 The Wish Upon a Wedding St. Louis Chapter is excited to announce our three nominees for the 2011 Shining Star Award! The Shining Star award is given to a nominee who is a member of the St. Louis wedding industry and has given back to the St. Louis community through volunteer service, donations of goods  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/08/st-louis-chapter-pleased-to-announce-2011-shining-star-award-nominees/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/07/strong-people-with-strong-minds%e2%80%94heidi-billy%e2%80%99s-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/07/strong-people-with-strong-minds%e2%80%94heidi-billy%e2%80%99s-love-story/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 18:05:57 +0000 Las Vegas marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8221 When Billy was an active softball player, he took notice of a particularly “put-together” woman who enjoyed watching the games after work. Billy admired this stylish spectator from afar for many years, until mutual friends made the love connection in 2005. “We fell in love instantly,” reminisces Billy. “Not only did I fall in love  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/11/07/strong-people-with-strong-minds%e2%80%94heidi-billy%e2%80%99s-love-story/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/26/the-wedding-show-by-go2wed-com-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding-minnesota/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/26/the-wedding-show-by-go2wed-com-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding-minnesota/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 19:58:38 +0000 Minnesota Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8158 Wish Upon A Wedding may have a new Minnesota Chapter that recently launched in August. But there is no shortage of supporters in this state. Local wedding planning website, Go2Wed.com is supporting the chapter and its needs by donating their admission proceeds from their upcoming wedding show to the Minnesota Chapter. Admission to The Wedding  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/26/the-wedding-show-by-go2wed-com-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding-minnesota/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/25/danae-derricks-love-story-columbus-chapter/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/25/danae-derricks-love-story-columbus-chapter/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:36:52 +0000 Ohio Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8115 Wish Upon A Wedding is so pleased to announce that we’ll be making  Danae and  Derrick’s wedding wishes come true on November 13, 2011! Danae and Derrick are from the same hometown, but they had never been formally  introduced.  They eventually started talking on Facebook and discovered that they only  lived ½ mile away from  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/25/danae-derricks-love-story-columbus-chapter/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/24/chicagos-shining-star-award-nominees/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/24/chicagos-shining-star-award-nominees/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 20:36:13 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8097 The Chicago Board of Wish Upon a Wedding would like to congratulate the following nominees for this years Shining Star Award Keith Jorgensen – Poetic Productions Larry King – MFO Entertainment Group Tom Kokinakos – Phil Stefani Signature Events Heather Vickery – Greatest Expectations Tom Walter – Tasty Catering Mary Winslow – Take the Cake  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/24/chicagos-shining-star-award-nominees/feed/ 2 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/23/wish-granter-spotlight-cutting-edge-entertainment/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/23/wish-granter-spotlight-cutting-edge-entertainment/#comments Sun, 23 Oct 2011 23:30:11 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8083 Cutting Edge Entertainment was the DJ for our launch party back in January, and we thought we’d tell you a bit about them as we’re so thankful for their generosity! They are an entertainment company based in Philadelphia that specializes in offering entertainment and DJ services for special events like weddings, mitzvahs and sweet 16’s. They’ve  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/23/wish-granter-spotlight-cutting-edge-entertainment/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/14/deshawn-monica-a-love-story-25-years-in-the-making/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/14/deshawn-monica-a-love-story-25-years-in-the-making/#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 19:14:28 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8051 The Chicago Chapter is thrilled to announce our next wish!      Sarah Alair Photography In the words of Deshawn, aka Djay: “Monica and I originally met 25 years ago in grammar school. Oglesby Elementary to be exact.  She was super smart, and I was the class clown and star athlete.  I thought she was the  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/14/deshawn-monica-a-love-story-25-years-in-the-making/feed/ 3 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/12/louise-and-george/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/12/louise-and-george/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:16:51 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8019 Louise and George share a love for each other that is truly beautiful and inspiring. They met while still in high school and George had made attempts to ask Louise on a date but her family never allowed her to date George. They ended up reconnecting years later and for 23 years have only spent  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/12/louise-and-george/feed/ 5 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/11/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-nominated-for-stl-grown/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/11/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-nominated-for-stl-grown/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 03:38:34 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=8003 Exciting news in St. Louis! The Wish Upon a Wedding St. Louis Chapter was nominated for the STL Grown Contest, where Monsanto has pledged to help St. Louis grow by awarding $15,000, $10,000, and $5,000 awards to local projects. AND WE ARE ONE OF THEM! We are humbled and honored! Voting ends on Sunday, October  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/11/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-nominated-for-stl-grown/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/09/wish-upon-a-wedding-launches-in-north-carolina/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/09/wish-upon-a-wedding-launches-in-north-carolina/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 02:37:57 +0000 North Carolina Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7985 On September 27th, the North Carolina chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding made its official debut with a launch party at Top of the Hill Restaurant and Brewery in Chapel Hill. The event was certainly a night to remember and drew attendees, including wedding vendors, small business owners, members of the medical community, and media  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/09/wish-upon-a-wedding-launches-in-north-carolina/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/04/announcing-chicagos-blissful-wishes-ball-goes-mod/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/04/announcing-chicagos-blissful-wishes-ball-goes-mod/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:52:00 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7976 The Wish Upon a Wedding Chicago Chapter invites you to the 2011 Blissful Wishes Ball! Tuesday, November 1 at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel 6PM cocktails 7PM dinner, program & dancing We’re thrilled to announce the theme and this year, we’re going… MOD. Tickets will sell out, so register now to ensure your seat at the ball! We had a  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/10/04/announcing-chicagos-blissful-wishes-ball-goes-mod/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/23/sneak-peak-at-the-laoc-blissful-wishes-ball/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/23/sneak-peak-at-the-laoc-blissful-wishes-ball/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 22:38:49 +0000 LA Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7677 Wednesday night was the OC/LA Wish Upon A Wedding Blissful Wishes Ball. The gala was huge success thanks to our generous patrons and sponsors!!! After everything has been accounted for our chapter has raised $20,333.18! We’ll be posting all of the pictures soon! Until then please enjoy a Sneak Peak of the Gala  by Troy Grover  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/23/sneak-peak-at-the-laoc-blissful-wishes-ball/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/21/natural-impression-design-named-newest-wuw-national-sponsor/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/21/natural-impression-design-named-newest-wuw-national-sponsor/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:45:04 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7942 Beginning September 20, 2011, Wish Recipients will be able to choose their complete line of stationery for their weddings from Natural Impressions Design, a custom invitation design company based in Miami, FL with retail shops throughout the United States. For the past 14 years the brand is best known for combining unique printing and finishing  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/21/natural-impression-design-named-newest-wuw-national-sponsor/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/20/linae-and-david-get-married-in-ohio/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/20/linae-and-david-get-married-in-ohio/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 18:36:45 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7862 Linae and David met on the online dating site, Plenty of Fish. She was just “goofing off” with a friend who was browsing the site, when David caught her eye, and she felt drawn to him. She sent him a message on a whim, and he replied back. They’ve pretty much been inseparable since then!  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/20/linae-and-david-get-married-in-ohio/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/19/bid-to-win-dinner-with-randy-fenoli-or-a-vacation-in-paradise/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/19/bid-to-win-dinner-with-randy-fenoli-or-a-vacation-in-paradise/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2011 12:58:39 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7880   Score amazing deals on everything needed to plan an exquisite wedding or event, by visiting  Bid Your Wish for Wedded Bliss. The largest online charity wedding auction of its kind offers over 300 items, many starting as low as $50, with proceeds benefitting Wish Upon a Wedding.     Even if you aren’t planning  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/19/bid-to-win-dinner-with-randy-fenoli-or-a-vacation-in-paradise/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/18/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/18/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2011 01:27:34 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7901 It’s that time of year again! You guessed it, gala time! Here in St. Louis we’re gearing up in a big way for what’s sure to be another AMAZING gala! This year’s theme is “Transformations” which means we expect to see a lot of alter egos and real life transformations going on. Taking place at  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/18/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-second-annual-blissful-wishes-ball/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/16/jon-and-alyssa-get-married-in-ohio/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/16/jon-and-alyssa-get-married-in-ohio/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2011 20:36:40 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7836 Jon and Alyssa met while working at the same movie theater in their Ohio town.  They started dating just a few months later, and not long after that they realized they’d both  fallen in love. Their relationship came naturally, and everything just seemed to fit together without any question as to why or how. After  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/16/jon-and-alyssa-get-married-in-ohio/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/14/blissful-wishes-ball-indianapolis-save-the-date/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/14/blissful-wishes-ball-indianapolis-save-the-date/#comments Thu, 15 Sep 2011 02:58:58 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7840 ]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/14/blissful-wishes-ball-indianapolis-save-the-date/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/12/tammy-and-cameron-a-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/12/tammy-and-cameron-a-love-story/#comments Mon, 12 Sep 2011 14:36:34 +0000 Las Vegas marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7680 When Cameron first saw Tammy she was a dressed in all white—modeling for a fashion show in a white blouse and long white skirt with a flower in her hair.  Tammy recalls she felt ‘bridal’ in ensemble.  Both Cameron and Tammy were attending a conference from out of state.  Cameron, visiting from Las Vegas, noticed  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/12/tammy-and-cameron-a-love-story/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/06/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-launches/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/06/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-launches/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 04:00:31 +0000 San Diego Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7798 In the beginning of this year, the San Diego Chapter of Wish Upon A Wedding was formed.  Our wonderful San Diego wedding professionals are excited to share our knowledge, creativity and love while we grant wedding wishes to deserving couples.  This blog will document the heart-felt stories, wonderful venders and most of all this wonderful  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/06/san-diego-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-launches/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-wish-granter-drive/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-wish-granter-drive/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 01:28:55 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7718 Here in St. Louis, Wish Upon a Wedding is growing. We’ve granted three wedding wishes and are hopeful to grant many more for for deserving couples in our area. In order to continue to support future wishes, our chapter needed more Wish Granters! And our amazing Volunteer Coordinator Co-Chairs along with their committee members planned  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-hosts-wish-granter-drive/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/03/the-blissful-wishes-ball/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/03/the-blissful-wishes-ball/#comments Sat, 03 Sep 2011 17:14:26 +0000 WUW Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7773 The Blissful Wishes Ball Dinner & Dancing for a Worthwhile Cause The Blissful Wishes Ball is a glamorous Gala put on to raise crucial funds for Wish Upon a Wedding. This high-profile event includes: dinner, dancing, entertainment and silent auctions. Held in several major cities across the country, and attended by thousands of supporters, the  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/03/the-blissful-wishes-ball/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/02/event-planners-needed-to-coordinate-wishes/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/02/event-planners-needed-to-coordinate-wishes/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2011 15:11:02 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7702 We are seeking professional Event Planners across the nation to apply as board members in the role of CO-VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR CHAIR. If you LOVE planning weddings and securing the wedding “team”, this is the role for you! Working with a partner, our Volunteer Coordinators initiate the planning stages of our Wedding Wishes. These board members must  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/02/event-planners-needed-to-coordinate-wishes/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/01/weddingstar-named-wuws-newest-national-sponsor/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/01/weddingstar-named-wuws-newest-national-sponsor/#comments Thu, 01 Sep 2011 14:01:59 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7748 Wish Recipients Can Now Choose Their Favors Directly from Weddingstar! Beginning September 1, 2011 Wish Upon a Wedding will enter into an exciting partnership with the popular favor and accessory supplier, Weddingstar. Every couple receiving a Wedding Wish from our organization will be given the opportunity to choose whatever they like from Weddingstar’s collection of  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/09/01/weddingstar-named-wuws-newest-national-sponsor/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/31/wish-granter-chairs-represent-wuw-in-the-community/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/31/wish-granter-chairs-represent-wuw-in-the-community/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:39:14 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7699 Do you enjoy talking with people? Are you a compassionate, kind person who feels empathy for others? Would you like to meet and interview our Wish Recipient couples to help WUW determine their eligibility for a Wish? You should apply to become a board member as a WISH GRANTER CHAIR  This is a TWO YEAR  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/31/wish-granter-chairs-represent-wuw-in-the-community/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/30/annual-golf-outting-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/30/annual-golf-outting-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:59:14 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7644 Calling all Midwest Wedding and Event Professionals!  Please join us for the Third Annual Charity BBQ and Golf Outing! All proceeds benefit Wish Upon a Wedding! Date: Wednesday, September 14th, 2011 Golf Tee Time: 12:30pm BBQ and Networking: 5pm-8pm Where: Crane’s Landing Golf Course 10 Marriott Drive Lincolnshire, IL Register Here! http://midwestweddingprofessionalscharitygolfouting.eventbrite.com/ Support a great cause and network with event professionals and  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/30/annual-golf-outting-benefits-wish-upon-a-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/laoc-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-announces-nominees-for-2011-shining-stars/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/laoc-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-announces-nominees-for-2011-shining-stars/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 02:20:22 +0000 LA Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7663 LA/ OC Chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding Announces the 2011 Shining Star Nominees. Formal Induction Ceremony will take place at The Blissful Wishes Ball on September 21, 2011 at the Richard Nixon Library in Yorba Linda, California.   Utterly Engaged is the first online wedding magazine for stylish brides looking for unique inspiration and resources.  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/laoc-wish-upon-a-wedding-chapter-announces-nominees-for-2011-shining-stars/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/marketing-blog-experts-apply-to-be-a-wuw-board-member-today/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/marketing-blog-experts-apply-to-be-a-wuw-board-member-today/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2011 15:50:19 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7636 Our Marketing Chairs play an important role in WUW’s growth and ability to help couples in need, perhaps the MOST important role. The number one task they do is blogging for WUW, thus raising awareness and opening new windows of opportunity. They also  manage all our social media outlets, acting as the “voice” of WUW  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/29/marketing-blog-experts-apply-to-be-a-wuw-board-member-today/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/vice-presidents-can-now-apply-to-lead-by-example/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/vice-presidents-can-now-apply-to-lead-by-example/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:13:34 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7634 Today we’ll talk about an always needed and greatly appreciated board member role, the Vice Presidents.  The VP’s often serve as our “silent-givers”, dedicated to making things run smoothly and picking up the pieces where others aren’t able to or for absent board members. We encourage you to APPLY TODAY if interested in serving as  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/vice-presidents-can-now-apply-to-lead-by-example/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/jaynel-and-john-are-married/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/jaynel-and-john-are-married/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:40:56 +0000 WUW Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7651 Jaynel and John are married! Before friends and family, at the beautiful Julia Morgan Ballroom, the beautiful bride and handsome groom exchanged their vows. It was a very intimate and personal ceremony followed by an amazing candlelit dinner by the fireplace and the evening finished with dancing! The décor was rustic with branches and fresh  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/25/jaynel-and-john-are-married/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/23/dreaming-of-being-president-board-members-needed-to-lead-by-example/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/23/dreaming-of-being-president-board-members-needed-to-lead-by-example/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 19:07:50 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7622 APPLY TO BE A WUW PRESIDENT! {click!} Welcome to the first installment of our series, “Lead by Example”.  Wish Upon a Wedding will be turning 2 years old this January.  That means that while many are staying, other board members who have dedicated their service to us as Founders will soon be moving on… And we  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/23/dreaming-of-being-president-board-members-needed-to-lead-by-example/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/17/central-floridas-1st-wish-eden-cory-banks-july-17th-2011/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/17/central-floridas-1st-wish-eden-cory-banks-july-17th-2011/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2011 13:31:45 +0000 Orlando Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7583 It was a typical summer day in Sarasota as Eden and Cory began preparing for their special day.  As the day grew warmer the flurry of activity increased: the stylist arrived, the photographers began snapping pictures and the local media waited patiently to meet the couple.  Nervous excitement and the smell of lillies filled the  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/17/central-floridas-1st-wish-eden-cory-banks-july-17th-2011/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/16/tejani-jewelry-partners-with-wish-upon-a-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/16/tejani-jewelry-partners-with-wish-upon-a-wedding/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 14:32:14 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7567 Our Brides Will Soon be Made even More Beautiful Jewelry designer,  Urvi Tejani is a talented New York City designer and businesswoman, who created the Tejani collection  to bring couture jewelry to brides at an especially affordable price. Thanks to her belief in giving back to the community, every Wish Upon a Wedding bride will now have  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/16/tejani-jewelry-partners-with-wish-upon-a-wedding/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/15/apply-now-to-become-a-board-member-at-all-chapters/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/15/apply-now-to-become-a-board-member-at-all-chapters/#comments Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:39:28 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7542 Submit online application here The time has come to open the windows of opportunity to a new group of enthusiastic volunteers, who would like to become involved as a board members at local chapters across the nation. With the founding board members’ two-year terms about to expire, we are offering this heart-warming opportunity to community-focused  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/15/apply-now-to-become-a-board-member-at-all-chapters/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/love-takes-centerstage-joanne-joe-get-married-in-boston/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/love-takes-centerstage-joanne-joe-get-married-in-boston/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:32:25 +0000 Boston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7386 Their love story is one of amazement that couples everywhere can learn from. Strength, hope, love and perseverance. “Is love so fragile“ …. began the lyrics to Joanne and Joe‘s First Dance together as husband and wife. How true those words are. Who knew that Joanne , a breast cancer survivor would be fighting for  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/love-takes-centerstage-joanne-joe-get-married-in-boston/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/minnesota-chapter-launches-a-bright-future/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/minnesota-chapter-launches-a-bright-future/#comments Wed, 10 Aug 2011 16:41:47 +0000 Minnesota Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7364 The August 2nd launch party at DS Event Center showed a great investment in the future of this organization in Minnesota. Surrounded by hundreds of supporters, our Master of Ceremonies, Bill Hermann announced the Minnesota Wish Upon A Wedding launching its chapter by showcasing the support this organization provides and how it celebrates love. Attendees  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/10/minnesota-chapter-launches-a-bright-future/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/09/auction-donation-faqs/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/09/auction-donation-faqs/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:11:04 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7367 Bid Your Wish for Wedded Bliss~ Wish Upon a Wedding’s Luxury Online Charity Wedding Auction Q: What is BID YOUR WISH FOR WEDDED BLISS? A: Bid Your Wish for Wedded Bliss is a luxury online charity wedding auction, marketed towards engaged couples and wedding professionals. Typically it lasts for six weeks in the Fall. It  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/09/auction-donation-faqs/feed/ 3 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/03/philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet-in-south-jersey/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/03/philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet-in-south-jersey/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:10:25 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7323 The Philadelphia Chapter of Wish Upon A Wedding is hosting a Meet and Greet at Valleybrook Country Club (200 Golfview Drive, Blackwood, NJ) on Thursday, August 25 from 6-9 pm. Another great opportunity for anyone to learn more about Wish Upon A Wedding and how they can get involved! There is no fee to attend  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/03/philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet-in-south-jersey/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/02/john-jaynel-a-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/02/john-jaynel-a-love-story/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 03:53:06 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7310 John & Jaynel are an amazing and fun couple filled with laughter! Both are writers, they met at the Association Writers Professionals, spending much of the day together after initially meeting talking and reading about short stories. Living in 2 different places, Jaynel in San Francisco and John in Utah, the relationship started as a  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/08/02/john-jaynel-a-love-story/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/28/la-oc-blissful-wishes-ball/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/28/la-oc-blissful-wishes-ball/#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:55 +0000 LA Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7303 Wish Upon a Wedding LA / OC & Brides Southern California Announce the 2011 Gala Design Challenge Featuring  a Special Design Challenge of Royal – Inspired  Vinyettes  from Around the World. Wednesday September 21, 2011. Richard Nixon Library Yorba Linda California FOR MORE INFO ON PARTICIPATING IN THE DESIGN CHALLEGE OR EVENT SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, Please  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/28/la-oc-blissful-wishes-ball/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/21/valerie-larry-are-set-to-wed-in-new-jersey/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/21/valerie-larry-are-set-to-wed-in-new-jersey/#comments Fri, 22 Jul 2011 02:16:08 +0000 New Jersey Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7276 How They Met: Larry and Valerie met in March 1999 while she was working at Headquarters Plaza Hotel (now the HYATT). His best friend, who worked there introduced them.  Their first date was at his favorite mall and they ate dinner at the Sizzler, Valerie’s first time to either locations. Their love story: Valerie states  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/21/valerie-larry-are-set-to-wed-in-new-jersey/feed/ 6 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/20/7271/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/20/7271/#comments Wed, 20 Jul 2011 19:46:29 +0000 Minnesota Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7271 We are so excited for the Minnesota Launch Party just around the corner. Coming to St. Paul August 2nd, we will join together at Dancers Studio as event and business professionals and community participants to welcome the Wish Upon A Wedding organization to Minnesota. TO REGISTER for your Free Ticket: www.launchpartyminnesota.eventbrite.com This fabulous event is  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/20/7271/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/19/las-vegas-grants-itsfirst-wedding-wish-robin-and-nick/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/19/las-vegas-grants-itsfirst-wedding-wish-robin-and-nick/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:32:10 +0000 Las Vegas marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7162 Las Vegas is truly excited to have granted our first wedding wish.  Robin and Nick were married on June 8th 2011 on a beautiful Las Vegas summer day and while there were many amazing and beautiful components to their day, the most beautiful part was seeing these two together and getting married. Both Robin and  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/19/las-vegas-grants-itsfirst-wedding-wish-robin-and-nick/feed/ 2 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/15/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-third-wish-for-lance-tina/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/15/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-third-wish-for-lance-tina/#comments Fri, 15 Jul 2011 21:19:09 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=7077 Summer is wedding season and for Lance and Tina, Wish Upon a Wedding St. Louis’ third wedding wish and first special circumstance wish recipients, this summer was no exception. On June 27, 2011 Lance married his caregiver, his partner and most importantly his best friend, Tina. Tina and Lance met in 2008 while Tina was  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/07/15/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-third-wish-for-lance-tina/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/geoff-and-noel-a-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/geoff-and-noel-a-love-story/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 20:48:45 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5443 When Geoff and Noel met, they met in paradise, attending a mutual friend’s destination wedding in the Cayman Islands.  In the middle of the tropics, they watched sunsets together and spent time getting to know each other walking on beautiful beaches.  As they returned home, they found that they had grown too close to remain  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/geoff-and-noel-a-love-story/feed/ 5 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/inspiration-to-give-a-personal-story-about-becoming-a-wish-granter/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/inspiration-to-give-a-personal-story-about-becoming-a-wish-granter/#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:29:33 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5399 My name is Karin Doolin, and myself and my husband Roger are photographers and videographers in the St. Louis area. Last year, I was so excited upon hearing about the local chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding being formed in the St.Louis area.  Previously I had been a part of a wedding day where the  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/27/inspiration-to-give-a-personal-story-about-becoming-a-wish-granter/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/24/the-launching-of-boston-new-england/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/24/the-launching-of-boston-new-england/#comments Sat, 25 Jun 2011 03:43:38 +0000 Boston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5412 With a year plus in the making the Boston & New England Chapter has finally launched. June 20th will not only be a day of reflection for our dedicated team but it represents the beginning of the creation of many journeys of love and life. As seen in the video created by DL Video Productions,  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/24/the-launching-of-boston-new-england/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/16/lance-tina-a-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/16/lance-tina-a-love-story/#comments Fri, 17 Jun 2011 00:25:34 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5338 When you first meet Tina and Lance, a bubbly young couple from St. Louis, you are struck by their vivaciousness. They are full of life, extremely personable and can finish each other’s sentences. After dating for more than two years, they have recently become engaged. They are happy. And why wouldn’t they be? They seem  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/16/lance-tina-a-love-story/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/11/laoc-grants-second-wish-lisa-and-douglas/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/11/laoc-grants-second-wish-lisa-and-douglas/#comments Sun, 12 Jun 2011 03:57:25 +0000 LA Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5178 Lisa and Douglas  were wed in  May of 2011 in a lovely ceremony held in Orange County, California.  Doug suffers from MS, as well as moyamoya disease, a rare disorder that constricts blood flow to the brain. This very special occasion was the LA/OC Chapter of Wish Upon A Wedding’s second granted wish.  To read  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/11/laoc-grants-second-wish-lisa-and-douglas/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/10/alexis-and-christian-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/10/alexis-and-christian-love-story/#comments Fri, 10 Jun 2011 18:17:20 +0000 Houston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5150 Christian, a local celebrity in his own right, has been with the City of Houston for over 25 years and has been in a punk band since 1978. Alexis says that from afar he can look little intimidating with his stature and hair, but when he opens up and speaks all of that “melts away”  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/10/alexis-and-christian-love-story/feed/ 28 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/06/seeking-board-members-across-america/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/06/seeking-board-members-across-america/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:13:38 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5134 Interested in getting involved with Wish Upon a Wedding on a deeper level? We are currently running a nation-wide campaign to fill several VOLUNTEER board positions that are set to expire at the end of 2011. Elections will be held by local chapters in October of 2011. All positions are volunteer (unpaid) roles. Most Board  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/06/seeking-board-members-across-america/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/03/registry-10-bridal-barn-sale-donates-to-wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/03/registry-10-bridal-barn-sale-donates-to-wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia/#comments Fri, 03 Jun 2011 15:56:06 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5103 The Bridal Barn Sale, sponsored by Registry 10 of Partyspace.com, is a great place for brides to sell leftover wedding items that they no longer need.  Brides can register for a table for $10 and then they can display any items that they either purchased for or used at their wedding! We’re so grateful that  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/06/03/registry-10-bridal-barn-sale-donates-to-wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/31/jackie-and-rochon-are-married/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/31/jackie-and-rochon-are-married/#comments Tue, 31 May 2011 17:27:03 +0000 admin http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5052 On a beautiful spring day, with their families, children and 106 year-old grandmother, Jackie and Rochon said, “I Do”! The day was planned by Nicole Lisanne and they wed at the gorgeous Stone Tree Golf Club, in Novato, California.  The wedding party danced the evening away with SJ’s Disc Jockey wearing fabulous hats and enjoyed  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/31/jackie-and-rochon-are-married/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/24/a-wish-upon-a-cabaret/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/24/a-wish-upon-a-cabaret/#comments Tue, 24 May 2011 18:17:00 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5035   We’re so excited to host a “A Wish Upon A Cabaret” fundraiser here in Philadelphia to support the local chapter of Wish Upon A Wedding.  Join us on June 8, from 7-10 p.m. at Drexebrook (4700 Drexelbrook Drive Drexel Hill, PA) for a night of performances by local industry professionals like you’ve never seen them  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/24/a-wish-upon-a-cabaret/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/06/jackie-and-rochon-a-love-story/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/06/jackie-and-rochon-a-love-story/#comments Fri, 06 May 2011 20:19:59 +0000 admin http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5002 Jackie and Rochon have known each for several years, passing each other briefly; Rochon is the delivery person for Jackie’s office. They became office friends, Rochon would come into Jackie’s office and they would talk about what was going on with each other. They ran into each other unexpectedly a few times before Rochon asked  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/06/jackie-and-rochon-a-love-story/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/2nd-wish-granted-for-the-indianapolis-chapter/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/2nd-wish-granted-for-the-indianapolis-chapter/#comments Fri, 06 May 2011 03:16:25 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4975 “Forever can never be long enough for me To feel like I’ve had long enough with you Forget the world now we won’t let them see But there’s one thing left to do Now that the weight has lifted Love has surely shifted my way Marry Me Today and every day Marry Me” • “Marry  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/2nd-wish-granted-for-the-indianapolis-chapter/feed/ 2 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-now-on-partyspace/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-now-on-partyspace/#comments Thu, 05 May 2011 18:32:22 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4965 We’re really excited to announce that Wish Upon A Wedding Philadelphia has been added to “Registry 10″, the buy local gift registry on Partyspace.com.  The site allows brides to make customized registries for local causes or stores so that guests can support local businesses through their purchases.  Thank you to Partyspace.com for supporting us in  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/05/05/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-now-on-partyspace/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/24/st-louis-chapter-wish-granters-needed/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/24/st-louis-chapter-wish-granters-needed/#comments Sun, 24 Apr 2011 18:32:06 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4567 We’re very honored to make wedding wishes come true here in the St. Louis area! And so far we’ve granted two wonderful wishes, one for Dani and Tony and one very recently for Jason and Melissa. In order to keep making these wishes come true, we need your support! We’ve had lots of amazingly generous  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/24/st-louis-chapter-wish-granters-needed/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/20/indianapolis-chapter-grants-their-1st-wish/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/20/indianapolis-chapter-grants-their-1st-wish/#comments Thu, 21 Apr 2011 03:26:29 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4873 Cory & Janice believe good things happen all the time, and when they tied the knot recently they received one of their ‘Box of Blessings’ in the heart of Indianapolis. Cory suffers from Diabetic Retinopathy with Macular Edema and Chronic Pain Syndrome due to Diabetes. This means that on many days he deals with more  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/20/indianapolis-chapter-grants-their-1st-wish/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/19/sally-tom-indianapoliss-2nd-wish-coming-true-very-soon/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/19/sally-tom-indianapoliss-2nd-wish-coming-true-very-soon/#comments Tue, 19 Apr 2011 17:41:18 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4855 Click image to hear Sally & Tom’s Love Story in their own words… It’s not every day that you hear someone say, “Farmville” brought us together. When two people meet under unusual circumstances, it’s easy to dismiss it as “chance” or “luck,” but Sally believes more in destiny. How else can she explain finding her  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/19/sally-tom-indianapoliss-2nd-wish-coming-true-very-soon/feed/ 2 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/18/royal-wedding-hen-party-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/18/royal-wedding-hen-party-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/#comments Mon, 18 Apr 2011 14:47:58 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4812 Be sure to attend this fabulous party on April 28 at The Four Seasons Hotel St. Louis]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/18/royal-wedding-hen-party-to-benefit-wish-upon-a-wedding/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/14/nicole-and-brandon-get-married/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/14/nicole-and-brandon-get-married/#comments Thu, 14 Apr 2011 16:04:16 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=5254 The moment Nicole met Brandon she was on Cloud 9. Although their relationship has faced many difficult times, their love for each other has never faltered. Diagnosed with Stage 3b cervical cancer in April of 2009, just six months after meeting Brandon, Nicole is the first to say that she could not go through this  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/14/nicole-and-brandon-get-married/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/douglas-lisa-a-love-story-in-california/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/douglas-lisa-a-love-story-in-california/#comments Thu, 14 Apr 2011 00:24:49 +0000 LA Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4513 “In the fall of 1991, when Douglas and Lisa were first introduced through Lisa’s sister, his high school classmate, neither of them had any idea that their paths would cross again eight years later and they would discover a love beyond their wildest dreams. Inseparable from that second meeting; Douglas and Lisa found themselves exploring  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/douglas-lisa-a-love-story-in-california/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/congrats-to-erikka-omoro-atlanta-wedding-wish-2/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/congrats-to-erikka-omoro-atlanta-wedding-wish-2/#comments Wed, 13 Apr 2011 19:55:13 +0000 admin http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4737   As a Marine serving in Afghanistan, Omoro wasn’t looking for love. But upon his return, all that changed when he met Erika. The start of their love story is textbook. “We met on a random Wednesday,” recalls Erikka. She was at a launch party in Buckhead with a sorority sister, and Omoro was there with  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/13/congrats-to-erikka-omoro-atlanta-wedding-wish-2/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/11/once-upon-a-time/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/11/once-upon-a-time/#comments Mon, 11 Apr 2011 14:26:04 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4655 Meet the courageous couple that inspired the creation of Wish Upon a Wedding. Once Upon a Time, there was a woman from Wisconsin named Vanessa.   She met a man named Mike.  Vanessa and Mike became friends through the Air Force.  He was an Officer, she was an Air Force academy graduate working a civilian  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/11/once-upon-a-time/feed/ 5 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/08/brides-giving-back/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/08/brides-giving-back/#comments Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:47:19 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4647 A couple of months ago, we received an envelope containing quite a wonderful surprise! This photo, along with a check in the amount of $845.00 was inside that envelope. Apparently the lovely ladies in this photo, a group of brides from Long Island, NY passed the hat at a recent bridal event, and gathered this  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/08/brides-giving-back/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/05/colorado-wedding-nonprofit/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/05/colorado-wedding-nonprofit/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2011 15:34:14 +0000 Colorado Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4614 The moment Nicole met Brandon she was on Cloud Nine. Although their relationship has faced many difficult times, their love for each other has never faltered. Diagnosed with Stage 3b cervical cancer in April of 2009, just six months after meeting Brandon, Nicole is the first to say that she could not go through this without  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/05/colorado-wedding-nonprofit/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/03/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/03/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet/#comments Sun, 03 Apr 2011 23:28:57 +0000 Philadelphia Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4573 Wish Upon A Wedding Philadelphia hosted a Meet and Greet on March 1st for everyone who was unable to attend our launch party.  The Germantown Cricket Club was gracious enough to host the event and give us the opportunity to speak to more people about what the organization is about and how they can get  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/04/03/wish-upon-a-wedding-philadelphia-hosts-a-meet-and-greet/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/indianapolis-1st-wish-the-count-down-is-on/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/indianapolis-1st-wish-the-count-down-is-on/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 19:59:44 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4557 9 days and counting to Janice & Cory’s big day! We are so excited and have a fantastic group of wish granters helping to make it a dream day. As the final details get set, we wanted you to learn more about this special couple. Jennifer and John Moon, from Northernlight Filmworks (Love Story Video)  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/indianapolis-1st-wish-the-count-down-is-on/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/wish-upon-a-wedding-new-jerseys-1st-meet-greet/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/wish-upon-a-wedding-new-jerseys-1st-meet-greet/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:55:06 +0000 New Jersey Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4545 Wish Upon A Wedding New Jersey is excited to announce they will be having a Wine and Cupcakes Meet & Greet to spread the word about our organization!  Next Tuesday, April 5th at 6 pm, Paper Works and Events in Englewood NJ is generously donating their lovely, newly remodeled studio space for this mixer. Attendees  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/29/wish-upon-a-wedding-new-jerseys-1st-meet-greet/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/benefit-dinner-at-gracies-restaurant/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/benefit-dinner-at-gracies-restaurant/#comments Tue, 29 Mar 2011 05:18:36 +0000 Portland Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4534 Join the Portland chapter Board of Directors for a benefit dinner at Gracie’s Restaurant inside the Hotel deLuxe on March 29, 2011.  Dinner service begins at 5pm.  To make reservations dial (503) 222.2171.]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/benefit-dinner-at-gracies-restaurant/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/abc-indianapolis-%e2%80%93-art-of-the-table-a-big-success-for-local-charities/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/abc-indianapolis-%e2%80%93-art-of-the-table-a-big-success-for-local-charities/#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 18:57:37 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4498 Wish Upon a Wedding Indianapolis was excited to be one of several charities for this years ABC-Art of the Table fundraiser. Each year this event draws several hundred to see the latest trends in table designs and it proved to be another a great success this year! This year ABC will be distributing about $5000 to  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/28/abc-indianapolis-%e2%80%93-art-of-the-table-a-big-success-for-local-charities/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/24/omoro-erikka-a-love-story-in-atlanta/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/24/omoro-erikka-a-love-story-in-atlanta/#comments Thu, 24 Mar 2011 17:00:18 +0000 CWO http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4508 “We met on a random Wednesday,” recalls Erikka. She was at a launch party in Buckhead with a sorority sister, and Omoro, a Marine who had served in Afghanistan, was there with friends. “When I first saw her she was dancing, it was her confidence that I was attracted to,” added Omoro. The two chatted,  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/24/omoro-erikka-a-love-story-in-atlanta/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-second-wish-for-jason-and-melissa/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-second-wish-for-jason-and-melissa/#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2011 04:05:20 +0000 St. Louis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4445 Jason and Melissa were wed in St Louis not long after he was diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer. Here is their story… Spring has sprung! And it’s the season when a young man’s thoughts turn to love. Such is the case for Jason Trent, a young father of two, was diagnosed last August  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/wish-upon-a-wedding-st-louis-grants-second-wish-for-jason-and-melissa/feed/ 2 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/citysolve-urban-race-supports-wish-upon-a-wedding-houston/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/citysolve-urban-race-supports-wish-upon-a-wedding-houston/#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2011 20:47:25 +0000 Houston Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4432 When CitySolve Urban Race came to Houston no one had any idea how much fun a citywide race could be! The goal of CitySolve is to offer a unique urban adventure game where teams solve clever clues and face fun challenges while discovering their city in a fun new way. Last year the event was  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/21/citysolve-urban-race-supports-wish-upon-a-wedding-houston/feed/ 1 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/17/alyssa-jonathans-love-story-cleveland-chapter/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/17/alyssa-jonathans-love-story-cleveland-chapter/#comments Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:27:28 +0000 Ohio Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4419 Wish Upon A Wedding is so pleased to announce that we’ll be making Alyssa and Jonathan’s wedding wishes come true on Monday, July 18 At the end of 2006, Jonathan and Alyssa met while working at a movie theater. It didn’t take long for them to notice each other and become friends shortly after. They  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/17/alyssa-jonathans-love-story-cleveland-chapter/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-colorado-2/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-colorado-2/#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2011 15:00:27 +0000 Colorado Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4406 On March 12, 2011 Dominique walked down the aisle looking like a princess ready to marry the love of her life, Myles, at the Ritz-Carlton, Denver. With her diagnosis of Stage 4 breast cancer in 2010, Dominique and Myles never imagined they would have a real wedding. “When you’re ill, the first thing that goes out  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/14/wish-upon-a-wedding-colorado-2/feed/ 0 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/07/janice-corys-love-story-indianapolis-chapter-1st-wish-recipients/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/07/janice-corys-love-story-indianapolis-chapter-1st-wish-recipients/#comments Mon, 07 Mar 2011 19:37:17 +0000 Indianapolis Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4360 The Love Story of Cory and Janice Sometimes you meet “the one” well before either of you even knows it. Cory and Janice knew of each other growing up, having gone to school together since grade school. They didn’t really float in the same circles then, but shared some mutual friends. It wasn’t until as  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/07/janice-corys-love-story-indianapolis-chapter-1st-wish-recipients/feed/ 4 http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/04/wish-upon-a-wedding-chicago-at-wed-bash/ http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/04/wish-upon-a-wedding-chicago-at-wed-bash/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2011 16:52:20 +0000 Chicago Marketing http://wishuponawedding.org/?p=4376 Last week, we were thrilled to attend WED Bash, the first annual event hosted by Wedding Guide Chicago to celebrate their expansion to the downtown Chicago market. More importantly, WGC is an avid supporter of Wish Upon a Wedding, and we are truly honored that they have selected WUW Chicago as their Partner Charity for  [ Read More ]]]> http://wishuponawedding.org/2011/03/04/wish-upon-a-wedding-chicago-at-wed-bash/feed/ 0