Bridal Gowns Fund Domestic Violence Support | Roanoke News

In Lynchburg, Virginia, Church Street Bridal isn’t just a dreamy dress shop—it’s a lifeline for survivors of domestic violence. Every wedding gown sold funds the YWCA of Central Virginia, helping provide shelter, counseling, and essentials for victims. With dresses donated from salons across the country, brides pay an average of $600—far below the national average—while helping keep vital services alive. Linda Ellis-Williams, a YWCA veteran who escaped abuse with her kids, says this revenue is essential as needs grow and funding shrinks. When you walk down the aisle here, you’re not just celebrating love—you’re lifting others up too. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f3f06e5d9c95c291