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Akron Club's "Princess Night" project began in 2001.
Gently worn Prom gowns are collected from donations from the local community. The gowns and accessories are displayed boutique-like in a local church on a designated Saturday morning in April. Area high school girls in need of a Prom dress are invited to attend Princess Night, where they select their free gown. The Club enlists local college girls to act as "personal shoppers" to help the high school girls try on and choose their gown.
The first year, Altrusa outfitted 45 area high school girls. In 2006 the number of girls outfitted was approximately 50. Also available for the girls are complimentary makeovers as well as chances to win limo rides, flowers, and dinner certificates for Prom night.
Altrusa's Princess Night project has continued to grow as word spreads through the community. The Akron Club's Princess Night project was recognized at the 2002 Altrusa District Five Conference in Battle Creek, MI.
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