NEW YORK, June 13, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NuVo Condoms is seeking gay couples who are interested in getting hitched with an all expenses paid wedding at the NYC PrideFest on June 24, 2012. Are you a gay couple that has been looking to tie the knot with your partner? Wait no longer -- NuVo Condoms wants you to take the plunge! In honor of the 1st year anniversary of the legalization of gay marriage in New York, NuVo will be sponsoring the FIRST WEDDING ever at PrideFest for one lucky couple.
This is the opportunity of a lifetime to have an all expenses paid wedding at the legendary NYC PrideFest. The Out NYC Hotel, the first gay hotel in NYC, will provide a one-night stay for the couples wedding night. The ceremony at Pridefest will be officiated by Celebrant Kim Kirkley and include complimentary catering from Markie B's Jamaican Cuisine of East Elmhurst, N.Y and floral arrangements by Mr. Bokay Flowers. In addition, NuVo Condoms will be donating $1,000 to the couple to be put towards the honeymoon of their choice.
Any couple interested in participating in the contest can enter by posting a 60-second video describing why they deserve to be selected to NuVo Condom's Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/NuVoCondoms or send an e-mail to nuvo@nuvocondoms.com with a photo of you and your partner along with a brief paragraph on why you should be selected. Please include your contact information- name, phone number and e-mail in case you are selected as the winner! Submission deadline is June 18th at 12PM. The winning applicant will need to obtain a marriage license before the ceremony.
When speaking about the wedding at Pridefest, Behn Goldis, spokesperson for NuVo Condoms stated, "We are excited about this event, we continue to create awareness for our brand, and more importantly the critical need for greater safe sex practices. This wedding is just another vehicle to get the word out about safe sex. NuVo condoms is also committed to the LGBT community, and will continue to seek out fun and different ways to support this important group here in NY."
NuVo Condoms can currently be purchased in Duane Reade stores throughout New York City, select Walgreens stores, regional retail drug chains and online at CVS.com, drugstore.com and amazon.com. NuVo hopes to hit stores nationwide later this year.
About NuVo Condoms:
NuVo Condoms is the challenger brand that is making a bang --literally-- in the condom industry. The urban, edgy packaging promotes NuVo's message of having a positive, fun yet responsible approach to sexuality and sexual relationships. NuVo is committed to making an impact on unwanted pregnancy and the recent rise in STD's by making condoms available to anyone who needs them at a competitive price.
NuVo Condoms deploys a number of grass roots programs to get the word out about having fun in a safe and responsible manner including: sponsorships, concerts, tailgates, philanthropies and distributing over 400,000 free condoms in 2011 alone. Additionally, NuVo has helped celebrities and athletes stay protected by providing a generous supply of NuVo Condoms. NuVo Condoms was one of the top sponsors of the 2012 World Series Beer Pong Tournament that took place in early January in Las Vegas. The NuVo Protection Plan helped NFL quarterbacks, who got sacked the most every week, stay safe and protected with a free supply of NuVo condoms.
NuVo Condoms are manufactured by NV Healthcare, LLC.
For more information on NuVo condoms, please visit: www.nuvocondoms.com
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About PrideFest:
PrideFest is our annual LGBT street fair, bringing together local residents and families, community leaders, and area business owners. Attracting thousands of out-of-state visitors and volunteers, this year's PrideFest marks the 19th annual event. We will continue to combine vendors, entertainers, and community activities for a day of fun celebration of LGBT Pride in the name of equality. This event is free and open to the public. No tickets are necessary.
Sunday, June 24th 2012
11 AM - 7 PM
Hudson St. between Abingdon Sq. & West 14th St.
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