FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Junior Service League of Beaufort Announces Sixth Annual Prom Boutique
Local nonprofit helps local girls find the perfect prom dress
Beaufort, South Carolina–February 7, 2016 – The Junior Service League of Beaufort (JSLB)is hosting its sixthannual Prom Boutique on March 11th from 1 to 5 p.m. at YMCA of Beaufort.
Since 2011, JSLB’s Prom Boutique has helped girls in Beaufort and Jasper counties experience the magic of finding the perfect prom dress. In past years, over 75 girls have attended the event where they are able to choose from a wide variety of new and gently used formal dresses, accessories and jewelry at no cost. JSLB members serve as personal stylists for the girls, helping each to pick the perfect gown and complete her look. And this year, JSLB is excited to expand the opportunity to Hampton country students as well.
“The most rewarding part of this experience, and why we continue to host this event year after year, is the reaction of the girls when they find the perfect dress,” said Missy Nelson, co-chairwoman of the Prom Boutique. “The girls leave the Prom Boutique with a sense of confidence that serves them far beyond the memorable occasion of prom.”
Similar to years past, the Prom Boutique offers attendees a red-carpet experience and includes a VIP hour, from 11 a.m. to noon for those who pre-register for the event. VIP attendees have the opportunity to have first pick of all dresses and accessories, while enjoying even more personalized attention from JSLB’s personal stylists. VIP applications are available through school guidance counselors and on the website at
Any student in Beaufort, Jasper or Hampton County is invited to attend the boutique. Shoppers must show their student ID or have a letter on school letterhead from their guidance counselor, teacher or school administrator. All girls who attend the event are welcome to bring family members or friends to help them shop.
The YMCA of Beaufort is located at 1801 Richmond Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935.
Members of the media are invited to attend and cover the event. An event information media sheet will be available and members will be available for comment.
About Junior Service League of Beaufort
JSLB is a nonprofit organization founded in 2005 dedicated to supporting and enriching the lives of women, children and families in the Beaufort County community. Since its founding, the league has donated more than $125,000 and provides regular volunteers to organizations such as the Child Abuse Prevention Association and Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse. JSLB also hosts an annual blood drive in the winter, a free prom dress boutique in the spring along with an annual fundraising event. For more information, please visit