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Since 2003, Project Prom has given eligible high school students the opportunity to choose free formal attire from a selection of thousands of donated items.  The gowns and other accessories are received through the generosity of retail establishments and the general public.

The Project Prom Shop is located at Century III Mall on the third floor just inside Mall Entrance C.

How to receive formal attire

The 2010 Gown Giveaway will take place on March 23, 24 and 25 at the Project Prom Shop at Century III Mall from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

With the assistance of a trusted adult, young men in need of a tuxedo should contact the Project Prom coordinator at 412-350-3428.

View Eligibility guidelines.

How to donate formal attire

Pre-Prom Season

We accept new and gently used formal attire, as listed below, during the months of January through March, in anticipation of the upcoming prom season.  Formal gowns, tuxedos, shoes and handbags can be dropped off at One Smithfield Street, Pittsburgh, PA  15222 (in the first floor lobby) from 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m .Monday through Friday.

By mail

We accept packages containing new and gently used formal attire, as listed below, during pre-prom season at the following address:

Project Prom
One Smithfield Street
First Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

How to make cash donations

Make a monetary donation year round to help purchase tuxedo rentals and dresses in hard-to-find sizes.  Checks can be written to the "DHS Donations Fund" memo: Project Prom

Project Prom
One Smithfield Street
First Floor
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Accepted Items (undamaged, clean and currently styled)

Please note:  Only items below will be accepted.  We will be happy to refer you to other worthy charitable organizations that will accept other items.

  • formal gowns
  • tuxedos
  • formal shoes
  • formal purses
  • wraps
  • formal jewelry
  • new hosiery

For more information

Call 412-350-3428

Media Recognition

About Project Prom 

Project Prom Map 2009
Map of the locations
of the girls who benefited
from Project Prom
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