Charities are one way that we can all give something back. There are a number of charities that all reflect causes that many of us want to get involved in. These are the charitable organizations that we all seem to be aware of, whether it’s helping to find a cure for cancer, or donating time and money to local schools. There is another charitable idea that is popping up in more and more communities all the time. This idea is wonderful, inventive and it uses an item that many of us toss away to brighten the life of a young woman. We can now donate used bridesmaid dresses to organizations that will clean them, tailor them and give them to girls who cannot afford a prom dress.

It’s truly a remarkable idea. Many young women pass up on the opportunity to attend their own prom because their family simply cannot afford to buy a new dress. Prom dresses are expensive and in a household where money is tight, it’s just not viewed as important enough to purchase. But with the organizations that are collecting used bridesmaid dresses to convert them to prom dresses every young woman can have something beautiful to wear on her special night.

For women who have held the role of bridesmaid they know that the dresses are generally not the type that can be worn just anywhere. Most brides want their attendants to wear elegant gowns that are sometimes in colors such as pink, baby blue or yellow. Many used bridesmaid dresses actually closely resemble prom dresses so it’s easy to see how effective this idea can be.

If you’ve been in a wedding party recently and have wondered what to do with the gown this is really a perfect solution. The best way to determine where you can donate your dress is to do some research on local charities. Some organizations that collect clothing of all kinds are also participating in this used bridesmaid dresses idea so it’s best to inquire with them first.

Other ideas are to ask at any local high schools. They may also have a program in place that allows community members to donate used bridesmaid dresses for prom.

Just imagine the joy on the face of a young woman who can wear your dress to her senior prom. She won’t have to sit at home wondering what the night could have been like. Instead she’ll be joining in the fun and creating memories that she’ll carry with her for the rest of her life.