Brides and grooms-to-be are scouring the web to find their dream furnishings to add to their wedding registries. And now there is a way for them to take their list to a whole new level (whether it is green, socially conscious, or simply unique!), by creating an additional registry – a charitable wedding registry on ChangingThePresent.

The site offers over a thousand "donation gift" opportunities from hundreds of leading nonprofits that reach out to the world and make a difference.

For example, on ChangingThePresent couples can register to:

• Provide 12 bedtime stories to children most in need ($36) with First Book.
• Sponsor a chimpanzee ($90) with In Defense of Animals.
• Protect land permanently through the Natural Resources Defense Council ($40).
• Provide one family with a basic cookstove ($15) that lost their home to a natural disaster with American Refugee Committee.

We think it is a great way for couples to celebrate their union with friends and family, especially those couples who don’t need another toaster!

Newlyweds Heather and Rishi talk about their relationship and creating their charitable wedding registry: "I knew I wanted to spend my life with Heather because I HATE talking on the phone, and all I ever wanted to do was call her!" exclaims Rishi. "We love being together and having fun, but it’s important to both of us to be of real service. That’s where we find our satisfaction. It was nice to have a way to express things we care about along with decor!" Heather explains.

In addition to the charitable registries offered on the site, couples can also browse for charitable favors or gifts for their bridal party or loved ones.

The organization is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and donations made on the site are tax-deductible.

For any additional information regarding charitable wedding registries, favors, and gifts, please visit www.ChangingThePresent.org.