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Orland Township Donates $2,300 Worth of Prom Dresses

The township Youth and Family Services Department gave out 13 dresses to families in need, and they still have more available.

The Orland Township Youth and Family Services Department held a prom dress drive for families in need on April 11.

A seamstress was on hand to make adjustment to the dresses that were given out, and student volunteers from the township’s Youth Commission assisted.

Dresses are still available at the township office, 14807 Ravinia Dr.

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Find out more by contacting them at 708-403-4001.

Here is a by-the-numbers breakdown of the effort:

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  • Total dresses given out: 13
  • Total dollar value of dresses given: Approx. $2,300
  • Range of costs for donated dresses: $100-$350

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