GOING BEYOND THE TRADITIONAL BRIDAL REGISTRY
INSPIRATIONS FOR WEDDINGS ONLINE MAGAZINE l VOLUME 6 ISSUE 12 l pp 60
WHILE MATERIAL THINGS ARE USEFUL to have around the house, not everyone is into accumulating stuff. Some couples even bring in things they already have from their homes prior to the wedding. So, if eschewing the typical newlywed gifts sounds like a pleasant idea, then you might want to consider the alternative: How about a charitable endeavor in your name instead?
Kindness is the gift that keeps on giving. It is also becoming increasingly popular for those who already have enough to share their blessings for a good cause. And just as weddings are rich in symbolism, so is the sentiment behind a donation. For what better way to start life as newlyweds than to send some positivity out to the community—the same world you will be living and possibly raising your future children in.
Have we got you on board? Great! Now it’s time to get your guests on board as well by making the announcement. Give them the heads-up early on by including the details on your printed invitations. Instead of the card that indicates where you are registered, specify that you already have everything you need, material-wise, to start your next big adventure, but that it would be so kind of them to lend a helping hand to any of the several causes you are passionate about. Then proceed to indicate those institutions, followed by a short description of the cause represented.
And in case you are seeking out which organizations to send donations to, try any of the following that are near and dear to Themes & Motifs:
TAHANANG WALANG HAGDANAN :
This organization specializes in providing special education and training to those with disabilities.
UNICEF (UNITED NATIONS CHILDREN’S FUND) :
UNICEF assists in the needs of children and mothers in developing countries.
PHILIPPINE BIBLE SOCIETY :
Feeding the soul, this organization strives to provide the Bible to the masses by spreading The Word, distribution, and translation into various dialects.
WORLD VISION :
Another organization that reaches out to the youth, World Vision seeks sponsors for children in need, particularly when it comes to providing them with education and other essentials.
UNHCR (UNITED NATIONS HIGH COMMISSIONER FOR REFUGEES) :
UNHCR helps to protect refugees, helping them resettle in a different country.
(Words by Marielle Ong)
