Donations Are Being Accepted by GYC for Camille's Closet and Theo's Threads

It's time again to think about prom! As we've written about before, Greensboro Youth Council (GYC) collects new or gently-used formalwear for students in need so that they can have something nice to wear to prom in the spring. Of course, since receiving, reviewing, and organizing donations, takes time, this process starts well before prom. In fact, it started this week! 

You can donate both clothing and also accessories, like jewelry, belts, and purses. 

Here are the donation guidelines: 

Items donated must be purchased 2018 or later and follow the guidelines below.

Clothing

All items must be:

-free of stains, snags, rips, and tears

-in good working condition

-include all accents such as beading, laces, buckles, and snaps.

Accessories

Jewelry clasps and backs must be in working condition.

Purse zippers, snaps, and clasps must close.

Items that are tarnished, discolored or that do not meet these guidelines will not be accepted.

There is an especially great need for plus-sized dresses and gowns and big and tall dress shirts and pants.

The donation drive runs from February 13 through March 10th. Kids will be "shopping" March 29-31. Donations can be dropped off at the following locations: 

BackPack Beginnings, 3711 Alliance Dr, Greensboro, NC

Dillard’s, 150 Four Seasons Town Center, Greensboro, NC

Greensboro Youth Council, 200 N Davie St #315, Greensboro, NC

Griffin Recreation Center, 5301 Hilltop Rd, Jamestown, NC

Lindley Recreation Center, 2907 Springwood Dr, Greensboro, NC

Peeler Recreation Center, 1300 Sykes Ave, Greensboro, NC

Warnersville Recreation Center, 601 Doak St, Greensboro, NC

Please consider donating to this great cause! 

You can also find What's Good in Greensbroro? on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Whats-Good-in-Greensboro-848569635208317/ . See you there!

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Greensboro Youth Council Now Collecting Prom Dresses, Suits, and Accessories for Camille's Closet, Theo's Threads

Spring is nearing, and that means prom season in Guilford County is coming up soon! Guilford County high school students will be excitedly making plans, but some kids in need may be afraid they won't be able to attend their prom because they can't afford a proper suit or dress.

That's where Guilford Youth Council (GYC) steps in to help. GYC will be collecting donations of gently-used formal wear and accessories from February 25th through March 31st. Through the programs Camille's Closet and Theo's Threads, the donated items will provide much-appreciated prom attire for any Guilford County high school student in need.

Items most in need are: 

• Plus size dresses - sizes 16 and up
• Dress shirts and pants
• Shoes - all sizes for both young men and women
• Accessories - purses, ties, and jewelry 

Items can be dropped off at the following locations: 

    Location                                 Address                      Drop-Off Times

 Brown Rec Center                     302 E. Vandalia Rd.        M-F, 2-10pm

 Greensboro Cultural Center       200 N. Davie St.             M-F, 9am-9pm

 Griffin Rec Center                     5301 Hilltop Rd.             M-F, 8am-9pm

 Leonard Rec Center                  6324 Ballinger Rd.          M-F, 2-9pm

 Lewis Rec Center                      3110 Forest Lawn Dr.     M-F, 9am-10pm

 Lindley Rec Center                    2907 Springwood Sr.      M-F, 2-10pm

 Polliwogs Children's Boutique    1724 Battleground Ave.   M-Sat,10am-5:30pm

Have a gorgeous formal dress that you probably won't wear again? Donate it to Camille's Closet and give it new life as a pretty gown for a young lady to wear to her senior prom! And guys, if you have some nice shirts, suits, ties, or dress shoes, please donate them to Theo's Threads and let a young man escort his date in style! 

Pop-up shops will be open April 11-13. For guidelines about donations, pop-up shop hours and locations and other info, call 336-373-4351 or visit https://www.greensboro-nc.gov/CamillesCloset

You can also find What's Good in Greensbroro? on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/Whats-Good-in-Greensboro-848569635208317/ . See you there!

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