Empowering Brides, Uplifting Communities: The Impact of Honest in Ivory's 'Gowns That Give' Initiative

At Honest in Ivory, we believe that a wedding gown should be more than just beautiful - it should carry meaning. When you step into our boutique, you’re not just saying yes to a dress. You’re also helping us say yes to making a difference. Through our “Gowns That Give” initiative, we donate a portion of every gown sold to women-centric causes right here in our Spokane community.

It’s our way of ensuring that every love story we celebrate inside our boutique also supports stories of resilience, empowerment, and hope beyond our doors.

As a woman-owned and operated bridal shop, we know the power of women supporting women. That’s why we launched “Gowns That Give” - a program rooted in the belief that local businesses should uplift the communities that nurture them.

Each quarter, our team comes together to vote on a local nonprofit making an impact for women and families. From helping babies born into recovery, to ensuring women and children have access to healthy meals, the causes we support are close to our hearts. And with every bride who says “yes” at Honest in Ivory, the ripple effect of kindness grows!

So far in 2025, we’ve been honored to stand alongside incredible nonprofits in Spokane, thanks to our brides’ support:

Q2 2025: Maddie’s Place This spring, we were proud to donate to Maddie’s Place, a nonprofit recovery nursery dedicated to infants experiencing withdrawal due to prenatal substance exposure. Their compassionate, holistic care helps strengthen families and gives these little ones a brighter start. Q1 2025: Women & Children’s Free Restaurant Earlier this year, we donated $2,700 to this nonprofit, which provides nutritious, chef-prepared meals to women and children facing food insecurity. Serving over a million meals annually, they nourish not only bodies but also dignity and hope.

Each of these donations was made possible because of you - our brides who chose Honest in Ivory for their most meaningful purchase.

When you buy your gown at Honest in Ivory, you’re doing more than investing in your wedding day - you’re investing in women and families in Spokane. Every stitch, every lace detail, and every joyful “yes” helps us extend love and support to women who need it most. And we don’t take that lightly. This is the heart of “Gowns That Give”: turning the magic of your wedding journey into a lasting impact for others.

To every bride who has walked through our doors: thank you. Your purchase has not only given you a gown to cherish forever but also contributed to creating stronger families, safer futures, and brighter tomorrows for women and children in our community.

When you’re ready to find “the one,” book your bridal appointment with us!