Prom-bound teens will be “Ready to Go from Head to Toe” courtesy of a free giveaway
On Saturday, April 12, 2014, Ready Dress Go (RDG) will host its 4th Annual Teen Gown Giveaway for underprivileged teens. The giveaway will be held at Relentless Church, 1878 Killian Road, Akron, OH 44312 from 9 am to 1 pm. Participants will receive prom dresses, shoes, accessories, “Glam Bags” and a chance to win beauty related services. In addition, guests are welcome to enjoy refreshments in the Glam Cafe.
The event is entirely funded by the donations of local businesses, organizations and individuals. RDG’s largest contributors are Young’s Screen-printing, Revolution Church, YMCA Teen Leaders Club, Relentless Church, University of Akron, and E&R Factor. With the help of more than 60 volunteers, RDG provides an extravagant event unmatched by other prom giveaways. “We offer our guests a boutique-quality experience with everything from a personal shopper to catered food while they wait,” stated co-founder Amanda Brant.
Heidi Cucuzza, a volunteer and giveaway participant, had the following to say about RDG’s event. “As a mom, RDG was a blessing, to say the least. There was no way I could afford to send my daughter to her senior prom without their help. These ladies fit her ready from head to toe. As a volunteer, seeing the girls come in, seemingly defeated at times, and watching them blossom into happy young ladies with excitement for life restored…that’s an amazing feeling.”
Ready Dress Go started in 2011 as a project to provide prom dresses to teens whose families were financially challenged. Four years later, they have outfitted over 350 young ladies and have provided an economic solution for many Akron families. Since many teenagers today are being raised by single parents, grandparents, and agencies on a fixed income, prom and other formal events can be a stressful time. Ready Dress Go aims to alleviate that stress.
For more information, please visit our Facebook page or contact Leslie Laney at 330-926-6629.