Summary
A teacher named Stefanie Lakin from Solihull started a charity called Madrina, which provides free prom dresses and suits to teenagers who might not afford them otherwise. Since 2022, Madrina has given almost 1,000 dresses and works with schools to identify students in need, aiming to make proms more accessible and inclusive for everyone.
Key Facts
- Stefanie Lakin set up the charity Madrina in 2022 to provide prom dresses for free.
- Madrina has given away almost 1,000 dresses, each worth up to £750.
- The charity also offers free suits for boys, with garments donated by local shops.
- Madrina collaborates with schools, local charities, and parents to find families who need help.
- About 80 schools have pop-up prom shops organized by the charity.
- Shoes and bags are also donated by prom dress shops and community members.
- The initiative helps students who might skip prom due to financial reasons.
- Schools like St Thomas Aquinas Catholic School support the charity to ease the cost burden on parents.
