Stories of VOW
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VOW Couple Spotlight: Maggie & Jeremy
VOW Couple, Maggie and Jeremy were married September 10, 2022 on a beautiful day in Minnesota. Maggie and Jeremy "VOWed"…
VOW for Girls Holiday Gift Guide
Give the gift of VOW this holiday season by shopping our holiday gift guide. Not only will these gifts show…
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Minjae Ormes joins VOW Board of Directors
VOW for Girls is pleased to announce the appointment of Minjae Ormes, VP of Marketing, Global Brand, Consumer Product Marketing,…
Shop VOW Products!
Looking for easy, everyday gifts that will be used and give back? The VOW online shop has you covered! Not…
Melange de Blanc Hosts Gala in Honor of VOW for Girls
On International Day of the Girl, the organizers of the Melange de Blanc bridal market hosted a return to New…
VOW for Girls’ Ultimate Wedding Party Gift Guide
Planning your wedding or celebration of love takes a village. Check out VOW for Girls' ultimate wedding gift guide for…
Actress AnnaSophia Robb VOWs her Wedding!
VOW for Girls is thrilled to announce actress AnnaSophia Robb married Trevor Paul in the Catskills in New York on…
Meet Our VOW for Girls Ambassadors!
VOW for Girls is thrilled to announce our first five ambassadors that have committed to raising awareness and supporting VOW's…
VOW Pro Spotlight: Diana Zapata of BlueSpark Photography
This month's VOW Pro feature is VOW Pro member, Diana Zapata of BlueSpark Photography, wedding photographer based in New York.…
How to Politely Ask for Donations in Lieu of Wedding Gifts
Wedding registries and gift lists can be a fun part of the wedding planning process for many engaged couples. But…
Patricia and the VOW Grantee Partner that Helps Keep Girls in School
Just before the pandemic, in a village just outside of Kampala, Uganda we first met a young girl named Patricia.…
A Common Thread: An Embroidery Empowerment Activity
VOW for Girls offers companies meaningful employee engagement opportunities that promote team building while raising awareness about the issue of…
Sheryl Sandberg & Tom Bernthal Donate $1 Million for VOW for Girls
August 20, 2022 - As part of their wedding celebration, Sheryl Sandberg and Tom Bernthal have made a gift of…
Names for Good Re-launches The VOW Bracelet
Names for Good, long time partner of VOW for Girls, has re-launched the beloved VOW Bracelet! The beautiful white glass…
Julia Haart of “My Unorthodox Life” wins $25k for VOW for Girls on Celebrity Family Feud!
Star of Netflix's "My Unorthodox Life", Julia Haart, competed with her family on ABC's Celebrity Family Feud and won $25,000…
VOW Couple Spotlight: Lexie and Cameron
VOW Couple, Lexie and Cameron were married March 3, 2022 on a beautiful day in South Berwick, Maine. Lexie and…
How to VOW Your Event with Evite
Hosting an event and looking to save a trip to the post office with digital invitations? Whether you're planning for…
Free Guide: How Your Wedding Can Make a Difference
You're engaged - congratulations! Finding the love of your life brings so much happiness, and planning a day filled with…
FAQs About Child Marriage
Together with brands, couples, wedding industry professionals, and everyday supporters, we are growing a global movement to end child marriage.…
VOW Pro Spotlight: Artem Lomaz
This month's VOW Pro feature is VOW Pro+ member, Artem Lomaz who is a wedding and event master of ceremonies…
VOW Couple Spotlight: Hope & Nick
This month, our VOW couple spotlight is Hope and Nick, married September 2021 in Treynor, IA. Hope and Nick dedicated…
3 Ways to “VOW” Your Wedding Anniversary
Whether you are having an intimate anniversary celebration or an event gathering loved ones to join in the fun, there…
Fatouma and Her Commitment to Pay It Forward
In VOW’s work to end child marriage, we have found that often those who have been at risk of child…
What To Do If You Don’t Want To Open Gifts at Your Bridal or Wedding Shower
Bridal showers and wedding showers are meant for friends and family to gather together in celebration of the bride and/or…
Why Should We Support a Charity with Our Wedding?
When it comes to choosing a charity, nonprofit, or cause to support with your wedding, it can be tough to…
VOW Pro Spotlight: Jess Onesto of Cheers Babe Photo
This month's VOW Pro feature is VOW Pro member, Jess Onesto of Cheers Babe Photo, wedding photographer based out of…
Shop to Benefit VOW for Girls with ShoppingGives
More and more, consumers want to support brands that align with their values and there is no better way to…
An Elegant Arrangement: VOW for Girls x McQueens Flowers
Since 1991, McQueens Flowers has been telling stories with flowers, building a reputation around the world for creating beautiful and…
Wedding Favors Guests Won’t Leave Behind
When shopping for guest favors, we know you're hoping to find something meaningful that will work for all guests and…
VOW Now Accepts Cryptocurrency
Big news - VOW for Girls is now able to accept donations of cryptocurrency! Donations to VOW can be made…
How to Ask for Donations in Lieu of Anniversary Gifts
Whether you are celebrating 5 years or 25 years together with your partner, we believe there is always a reason…
How to Create a Charitable Wedding Registry
Ah the wedding registry. No matter where you fall on the subject, wedding registries and gift lists are a part…
VOW for Girls Celebrates Inaugural Year of #LoveIsOurBusiness Initiative
Brooklyn, NY - April 6, 2022 - In conjunction with the return to New York Bridal Fashion Week, VOW for…
VOW for Girls on TODAY with Hoda & Jenna!
On March 9, 2022, VOW for Girls was featured on NBC's #TODAYShow with Hoda & Jenna. Host Hoda Kotb loves…
Support VOW for Girls at Checkout with PayPal and eBay
Make a purchase with purpose by selecting VOW for Girls as your favorite charity in PayPal and eBay. 100% of…
Practical Ways to Incorporate VOW Into Your Business As a Wedding Professional
As a wedding professional, you do all the things, from calming stressed couples to tackling business needs-- and you handle…
VOW Launches #LoveIsOurBusiness Initiative To Rally The Global Wedding Industry To End Child Marriage
New York, NY (February 14, 2022) -- Today, VOW for Girls launches #LoveIsOurBusiness, a new initiative that unites the global…
MAROO x Love Is Our Business
For vendors, keeping track of clients’ payments is a painful distraction from helping your clients realize the celebration of their…
5 Easy Ways to Give Back With Your Wedding
Every couple strives for a fun wedding that reflects their values, but thinking up ideas that seamlessly work your beliefs…
Announcing the New Partnership between VOW for Girls and WIPA!
We are elated to announce the brand new partnership between VOW for Girls and Wedding International Professionals Association (WIPA)! As…
Exclusive Valentine’s Day Bracelet Promotion – VOW x Names for Good
Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and there's no better way to celebrate loved ones than with a gorgeous…
The Inimitable Legacy of Archbishop Desmond Tutu, Champion for Ending Child Marriage
The revered Archbishop Desmond Tutu, who recently passed away at the age of 90, had a profound impact on the…
How to Add VOW to Your Existing Wedding Registry
If you're getting married and want to include an element of giving back to your wedding day, using your wedding…
How Giving Back Can Help You Book More Clients
We're on the cusp of a huge wedding boom, with 2.5 million weddings scheduled for 2022. That's the most weddings…
VOW for Girls Grantee Agir Plus Featured in The Washington Post
“If you keep your girls in school they could become ministers,” she said. “They could become a general. They could…
Last Minute Holiday Gifts That Give Back
The holidays are just around the corner -- time to finish crossing names off your gift list! The only thing…
Giving Back is a Key 2022 Wedding Trend for Engaged Couples
For today's engaged couples, celebrating their love and commitment isn't their only priority, they also want to 'do good'. VOW…
VOW Pro Celebrates Giving Tuesday
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Vow Pro If you’re a wedding and event professional and you or your business are looking…
VOW for Girls Advisory Council member spotlight: Justin Warshaw of Justin Alexander
What inspired you to become involved with VOW for Girls? Through our company history we have been donating to charities…
VOW Couple, Elsa & Ryan: A Charitable California Wedding
If you’re thinking about contributing to a charitable cause with your wedding or incorporating a nonprofit that is important to…
Crate and Barrel Le Creuset Fig Collection Supports VOW for Girls
We are thrilled to be working with one of VOW for Girls' launch partners, Crate and Barrel, on a promotion…
VOW for Girls x Crate and Barrel Registry Event
On February 10, 2019, engaged couples and local vendors gathered at the Crate and Barrel Beverly Hills store to support…
VOW & The Wedding Industry: A Perfect Match
How did VOW for Girls come to be and why does VOW partner with engaged couples and the wedding industry…