Ohio newlywed couple, Tyler and Melanie Tapajna, decided to donate their wedding reception food to the homeless. They had arranged to have a more traditional celebration for their wedding before the pandemic happened, but their plans had to be changed to keep their friends and family safe.
The Parma, Ohio couple booked a DJ and local caterers to feed 150-people for their big day in August. Due to the coronavirus, many events got canceled, and the couple had to change their plans. For safety reasons, the pair chose not to proceed with their previous plan of a large gathering.
Choosing to donate reception food rather than have a big wedding
Instead, they decided to donate what would have been their food for their big day to a local women's shelter. Melanie told CNN that they had to choose between having a grand wedding or donating the food to the needy. She said that they were more excited to be donating their food than be stressed for their wedding.
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They had a small backyard wedding on August 15, with immediate family members. After the party, the Ohio newlywed couple proceeded with their donation at Laura's Home Women's Crisis Center. It is a Cleveland, Ohio, women and children's facility run by "The City Mission."
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Thankful for the couple's big heart
"The City Mission" wrote on their Facebook page their thanks for the couple. It wrote that they are praying for the immense blessings for the marriage of the couple. It also wrote their thanks for inviting their guests to their wedding feast.
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The couple wore their wedding outfit as they serve food for the people. Tyler wore his black and white tuxedo, while Melanie wore her white lace wedding gown. They both wore face masks, hairnets, and gloves to prevent spreading the deadly virus.
The CEO of "The City Mission," Rich Trickel, said that the Ohio newlywed couple fed 135 women and children with their reception food. They had fried chicken, green beans, salad, and mac and cheese. Trickel said that what they experienced has never happened before. He coordinated with the caterer, Betty's Bomb Ass Burgers, and the couple to get the food delivered.
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He found it unbelievable that the women and kids in their building have experienced a wedding like never before. The couple is hoping that their donation has served as an inspiration for other people whose plans were also been affected by the pandemic. Melanie said that at times like this, you can help others by giving back to the people.
