Military Brides

Military Brides

November 11th, 2011 @ 11:14 am by Miss Doe
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I am not a military bride, but I am a proud American. I do support our troops. And like many others I want to help, but don’t always know how. In honor of Veterans day today, I bring to you an incredible cause for military brides.

Yesterday I listed my veil for sale under the classifieds section. I started thinking that maybe I would donate it instead. But where?

I was wondering if there was some type of organization dedicated to brides in the military or brides who are marrying a military man, and I came across a website called Brides Across America .

Brides Across America is an organization that recognizes the need for our country to do more to support our troops and their loved ones. Many bridal salons across America have been donating dresses to this foundation. Brides Across America also accepts donations of used dresses, veils, and accessories.

{Image via Brides Across America}

They hold events all across the country where military brides can come in and take their pick from many brand new and pre-loved items. Brides who have currently or deployed fiances within the past 5 years, or who have been deployed themselves qualify to attend these events.

How have I not heard about this before? I started to do more research, and was completely blown away by this foundation. I know there are many of us out there who have a wedding item that we no longer need, yet we don’t know what to do with it, be it a dress, veil, tiara, or jewelry. If you are interested in donating, consider Brides Across America. They will take clean gowns up to 4 years old as well as any other accessory that is in good condition. Follow this link for shipping instructions and how to donate.

This is such an incredible way to help their wedding dreams come true, and a small way for us to say thank you to our military families for the sacrifices that they make every single day. And of course, if you’re a military hive member, definitely check out how Brides Across America can help you have the wedding of your dreams too.

Do you know of any other organizations out there specifically geared toward military brides?

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13 Responses to “Military Brides”

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sooner365 (message) 2,434 posts, Buzzing bee

Thank you!! FI and met in the Navy:)) I served Jul 2001-Jul 2006 and him Nov 02-07. very hard on us but 7 yrs later still here!! I love that other brides give back. It is really touching, I have a dress I just dont want and thinking of donating it. If I cannot sell it I will!

11/11/11 @ 11:21 am (reply)

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knvprincess143 (message) 802 posts, Busy bee

OMGoodness, this is exactly what I needed to see. I always said that I want to donate my dress after to perhaps a couple of the services. But had no idea how I was going to do it. This is perfect. I’m bookmarking this so I can remember where I want to send my dress. THANK YOU SOOOOO MUCH for sharing. Truely the best thing I read all day.

11/11/11 @ 11:26 am (reply)

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Mrs. Ladyfingers (message) 1,119 posts, Bumble bee

Thank you for this information! I want to keep the dress, but I don’t. This gives me something worthwhile to do with it once I end up getting rid of it

11/11/11 @ 11:31 am (reply)

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Alexis22 (message) 316 posts, Helper bee

Thank you so much for doing this research! I knew I wanted to donate my dress after the wedding but wasn’t sure where to do it. Now I have the perfect place!

11/11/11 @ 11:44 am (reply)

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Queen2bee (message) 129 posts, Blushing bee

Thank you for this resource! This is great way to do something worthwhile with my wedding attire after the wedding is over. Maybe I will keep one item as a memento for my future daughter, but I can donate other items that won’t hold as much sentimental value.

11/11/11 @ 11:48 am (reply)

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Miss Mole (message) 985 posts, Busy bee

What a great post about such a great cause! Thanks Miss Doe!

11/11/11 @ 12:25 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Pony (message) 4,171 posts, Honey bee

Thanks for highlighting such a wonderful cause Doe!

11/11/11 @ 1:04 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Red Sox (message) 60 posts, Worker bee

As a military bride this is amazing! How did I not know about this amazing cause?! Well I know what I am doing with my dress after the wedding! Thank you so much for being so thoughtful and bringing this to light

11/11/11 @ 1:14 pm (reply)

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Future Army Wife (message) 1,101 posts, Bumble bee

Thanks for posting this. I didn’t know about it and might check out the next one near me. I know my fiance would appreciate not having to pay for a dress

11/11/11 @ 3:53 pm (reply)

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Miss Doe (message) 540 posts, Busy bee

So glad everyone got some good info. from this! It is so awesome!
@Future Army Wife: Please do check it out! That would be so awesome! If it turns out well, let me know! I’d love to hear!

11/11/11 @ 6:02 pm (reply)

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TLH21 (message) 289 posts, Helper bee

WOW, I never knew there was an organization that did this, as a many of my friends and myself are veterans its nice to know that there are organizations who look a little past the everyday thank you’s and take their appreciation a little further. Thank you sooo much for this post Miss Doe, I’m keeping the webaddress in my bookmarks and passing it on to “my girls”.

11/12/11 @ 10:28 am (reply)

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sizzi09 (message) 39 posts, Newbee

I was one of thirty lucky brides to receive a wedding dress free of charge at a local store participating in the Brides Across America event. I didn’t cry when I found “the dress” but a few tears did slip when the owner of the store (who is incredibly generous) kept thanking us for our family’s service and sacrifices. I plan on donating my dress back to the organization as soon as I’m home from the honeymoon.

11/12/11 @ 6:29 pm (reply)

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