The Fairy Godmother Project
http://fairygodmotherproject.com/
Houston, Texas—The Fairy Godmother Project, is a charitable drive dedicated to donating prom dresses and tuxedos from Feb. 22 to March 25, to underprivileged teens in the Houston area. The UH college of Liberal Arts has joined forces with city organizations to make the 10 year project a successful one. The out pouring of help from the public and students has made volunteer Jennifer R. Palton and founder Ellen Chang, happy.
This is the first year for the college of Liberal Arts to help the Fairy Godmother Project take off on its fairy wings. This has left Web Writer/Editor Jennifer R. Palton proud, not only for the project, but for the many UH students who have landed a hand.
“I’m excited.” Said Palton. “The campus has given us a good response. We’re enjoying a lot of volunteers.”
The project has received help from sororities and other University of Houston organizations. Due to the students’ dedication by passing out flyers, and using other means to advertise for the cause, there have been countless donations. UH registration and records worker Betty Fields is one of the many who have donated items for the cause.
“There are a lot of kids and parents who can’t afford a prom dress.” Said Fields. She went on to express that with the country’s current economic crisis, the project has “perfect timing.”
Organizers of the project, like Palton, also think that volunteering for this project is getting college students more involved with the city.
“It’s a way to get UH students to participate in a community service.” Said Palton with a reassured tone.
Though Ellen Chang couldn’t agree more that it’s satisfying to see all the volunteer work that is being put toward the project, her main priority are the teens that receive the donations.
“Prom is a big deal.” Said Chang. “Every student should be able to have a night where they feel like a lady and gentleman.” And that’s what Chang has accomplished with the Fairy Godmother Project.
On Saturday, March 27, 2010, the annual shopping day for the teens will take place. It will be held at Define Body, located off of 5781 San Felipe, TX. The teens will have a selection of dresses, tuxes, and accessories to choose from. The girls will also get makeup and hair tips, along with shopping helpers in the store.
Making prom dreams come true is the slogan for the project. And thanks to people like Ellen Chang, these students will have a prom night they will cherish in their dreams forever.
