As prom season approaches, the Prom Closet at St. Andrew Methodist Church in Plano, Texas is opening up its treasure trove of prom dresses to high school girls at no cost, an event now in its 15th year and aimed at ensuring every girl can dazzle on her special night, FOX 4 News reports. From sizes 0 to 30, the organization is prepared to hand out an ambitious 1,000 dresses this season during shopping sessions from February 20-22 and February 26-March 2.
In a bid to spread the joy of prom unequivocally, it’s not just local girls benefiting, as the Prom Closet has seen attendees from Texas, and spanning the globe from Arkansas to Germany, from Oklahoma and even Thailand, each young woman allowed to bring a single guest for their sartorial hunt, a story shared by FOX 4 News. Those interested in snapping up a dress and accessories must sign up online, this goes for volunteering spirits eager to spread a little fairy tale magic too.
Stepping into the Prom Closet is more than just about the gown; it's about crafting a moment of unbridled joy for girls on a milestone evening. "We believe that every girl should have the opportunity to feel special on her prom night, regardless of her financial situation," the founder expressed their mission of inclusivity and support in a statement obtained by BNN Breaking.
Volunteering promises to be just as heartwarming an experience, one volunteer reflects on the exhilaration in the air, the beaming smiles from ear to ear as girls find ‘the one,’ "Seeing the girls' faces light up when they find the perfect dress is priceless" the volunteer recounted their experience to BNN Breaking, exemplifying the Prom Closet's impact, it's not simply an event it's a catalyst for lifelong memories crafted with love and community engagement.
Girls looking to attend the Prom Closet event, or those who find a calling to volunteer, can make their way over to the event's website to register for a spot in one of the upcoming shopping sessions.
