Tutera explained, “I try to be active in a few charities that have meaning and where I feel I can make a difference.”

One of those organizations is the Prevent Cancer Foundation , which he’s been involved with for 10 years. Cancer prevention and early detection hit home for Tutera about four years ago when both his own mother and his partner’s mother were diagnosed with cancer.

“My involvement with the Foundation helped me get through both of these events with a much deeper understanding,” Tutera explained.

Tutera continued, “It isn’t just about curing cancer; it’s about educating people on how to prevent cancer.”

Tutera also talks about his participation in USA Weekend‘s Make a Difference Day 2010, where millions of Americans will be graciously giving their time to help others. As he puts it, “The need for help rarely wanes, and more than money, we need people who have the time and the desire to volunteer.”

To learn more about David Tutera’s thoughts on giving, Make a Difference Day 2010 and WE tv’s WE Volunteer campaign, visit USAWeekend.com.

Jackpot!
Before David chose the couple, they were finding it difficult to have the wedding they wanted and to stick to the budget they had. He talked with Nicole and Dwayne and found they had a love for poker and casinos. With that theme in mind, David transformed the New Jersey venue into a Monte Carlo casino, bringing the couple’s vision of their wedding to life. “It was truly an emotional experience for both of us! David really blew us away with how he captured our passion for the game. I felt like a movie star! It was truly an awesome day…just getting pampered like that was amazing,” Nicole wrote.

Honoring David
Nicole had contacted me earlier this year, after learning of her participation on “My Fair Wedding,” regarding how she could make a donation  to the Prevent Cancer Foundation in honor of David. He has generously been a supporter and friend of the Prevent Cancer Foundation for years and has designated the Foundation as his official “charity of choice.”

If you have a chance to see the “Poker Bride” episode of “My Fair Wedding” on WE tv, you’ll be able to see how deeply touched David was by Nicole and Dwayne’s gift. Congratulations and many long and happy years to Nicole and Dwayne. We could never thank David Tutera enough for all the wonderful ways he supports the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

Calling All Bridal Couples!
Make your special day all the more special by donating to the Prevent Cancer Foundation in lieu of wedding favors. The Foundation provides the bridal couple with table cards letting guests know that they have made a donation for a cancer-free future. I can’t think of a better way to begin a new life. If you would like to learn more visit the Foundation’s Web site or contact me at linda.chastain@preventcancer.org.