I Wish for Prom

Honoring a legacy of care.

Originally established in 2007 by the late Mandi Himler, “I Wish for Prom” is a formal gown collection and donation system now proudly operated by Luke 3:11 Ministries.

Our mission is to ensure that local high school students can experience a magical prom night, completely free from financial stress. The cost of a beautiful prom dress and matching accessories shouldn’t keep a student from making lifelong memories with their friends. We partner with wonderful local community spaces to provide a fun, personalized boutique shopping experience for local students at absolutely no cost.

How the Program Works

The Boutique Experience

We don’t just hand out dresses—we create a memorable, dignity-first shopping experience. Students get to browse, try on, and select the perfect gown with the help of friendly volunteers who are there to help them shine.

What We Provide

• Gently used and new prom dresses and formal gowns in all styles and sizes.
• Shoes, jewelry, evening bags, and matching accessories to complete the look.

Look Below to Choose How You Want to Get Involved!

It takes a community to bring a dream to life. From organizing inventory to helping a student find the perfect dress, there are so many ways you can support this seasonal initiative!

✨ Volunteer With Us

• Dress Consultants: Work directly with students during our boutique days to help them browse the racks and find a gown that makes them look and feel amazing.
• Boutique Setup & Organizing: Help us sort dresses by size, hang incoming inventory, and keep our display racks looking beautiful and welcoming.

👗 Donate to the Cause

We accept modern, gently used, or brand-new formalwear donations to keep our collection fully stocked. You can drop off:

• Prom dresses and formal gowns (clean, modern, and in good condition).
• Formal shoes, jewelry, and accessories.
• Financial contributions to help fund dress racks, hangers, garment bags, and boutique supplies.

 I Wish for Prom – Dress Donations

Help make prom dreams come true.

• Donate gently used or new prom dresses, shoes, jewelry, and accessories
• Drop off locations:
  • 503 Ballentine porch station
  • Maddie’s on Main – Downtown Marion
  • Finding Center – Downtown Marion
• No income restrictions — open to any teen who needs a dress
• We host special giveaway events in the spring

 Participate Through Donations of Funds or Supplies

• Organize a peanut butter and jelly collection in your school, workplace, or neighborhood
• Give financially:
  • Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/luke311ministries.org
  • PayPal: mailto:luke311ministries@yahoo.com
  • Mail checks to: 499 Ballentine Ave, Marion, OH 43302
• Drop off donations at:
  • 503 Ballentine porch station
• Shop our Amazon wishlists:
  • PBJ Truck Wishlist
  • Laundry Project Wishlist