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Donate to LA Prom Closet
Founded in 2008, LA’s Prom Closet was created to encourage self-confidence and grace to economically disadvantaged high school senior girls by providing them with donated new and used semi-formal and formal gowns so they can attend their high school prom. The 501c3 non-profit organization enlists volunteers and uses a donated facility to hold their annual “Dress to Remember” gown giveaway event each spring. The day of pampering involves gown “shopping,” dress fittings with seamstresses, accessory selection and workshop participation ranging from self-esteem building, etiquette skills and motivational speakers to makeup, hair and nail tutorials.
LA’s Prom Closet works with school counselors, social workers, mentor programs and local families to provide girls in the greater Los Angeles area with the courage and support to participate in the event. The organization strives to promote self-worth and give these women the much-needed affirmation to stay in school and push forward. Furthermore it provides a stepping-stone for girls to realize their potential and the immeasurable opportunities that await them.
History
LA’s Prom Closet began in a closet, literally. Founder and President, Natalie Torres (28), decided to purge her wardrobe and give away clothing she no longer wore. While cleaning out her closet, she came across old formal gowns and bridesmaid dresses she had only worn once or twice. She was shocked to find no local donation center to donate the gowns and knew others faced the same problem. Torres knew the social currency of these dresses for girls that might not be able to afford them, and thus decided to start an organization that would provide free gowns to girls who needed and deserved them. Enlisting several of her closest friends to help make her idea a reality, LA’s Prom Closet came to fruition in April 2008, and has since turned into a successful annual event.
LA’s Prom Closet is a non-profit 501c3 organization made up of volunteers who rely on donated dresses, volunteer services and monetary donations to achieve its goals. For more information about donating, volunteering or participating, please visit http://www.myspace.com/laspromcloset or contact LA’s Prom Closet at laspromcloset@yahoo.com.
LA's Prom Closet Fundraiser at Canal Club in Venice this Thursday, November 19th from 7pm-10pm
CANAL CLUB
2025 Pacific Avenue
Venice, California 90291
Located ½ block from Venice Beach, 1 block from the Venice Canals and across the street from James' Beach; in the heart of vibrant, artistic Venice.
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I love this!! What a great idea!!
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