Nonprofit
Published 3/22/26 12:54PM
Done in a Day

Help a needy girl say “yes” to her dream dress—and to one of life’s most meaningful milestones.

On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Fort Lauderdale, FL
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime), Weekends (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    It's up to you!
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    15
    Cause Areas:
    Housing & Homelessness, Volunteering, Women
    Good For:
    Teens, Public Groups, Age 55+, Private Corporate Groups
    Age Requirement:
    13+
    Other Requirements:
    Females ONLY!

    Description

    Help a needy girl say “yes” to her dream dress—and to one of life’s most meaningful milestones.

    Becca’s Closet is a nonprofit organization that provides free formal dresses to high school girls with financial need who otherwise wouldn’t be able to attend prom, homecoming, or military balls. We also serve students through partnerships with special-needs programs and organizations like Best Buddies.

    What You’ll Do

    • Be a Personal Shopper
    • Work one-on-one with a student to help her find the perfect dress. Your encouragement and kindness make all the difference.
    • Sort, organize, and prepare dresses so they’re ready for each girl’s special moment.

    Why It Matters

    For many girls, this is the first dress they’ve ever owned.

    You’ll witness the moment confidence replaces uncertainty—and it’s unforgettable.

    You don’t need fashion experience. If you have patience, compassion, and a positive attitude, you’re exactly who we’re looking for.

    How It Works

    We serve girls by appointment only, creating a calm, personalized experience for each student.

    Each girl schedules a time to visit our boutique-style space, where she receives one-on-one attention from a team of volunteers to help her find the perfect dress.

    This appointment model allows every girl to feel comfortable, supported, and truly special.

    When We Need Volunteers:

    Our Seasons:

      • Prom: February – mid-May
      • Homecoming: August – October

    Volunteer Shifts:

    • Typically weekends (10:00 AM – 3:30 PM)
    • Choose a full shift or just a few hours—flexible to your schedule.
    • Help with dress sorting, inventory, and organization.

    Perks for Students

    • Earn community service hours (check with your school for approval)
    • Eligible for double service hours for hard work and initiative
    • Opportunity to apply for the Becca’s Closet Involvement Scholarship

    How Our Volunteer Emails Work

    All of our volunteer opportunities are coordinated through email/text to keep things simple and flexible.

    • We send weekly emails/texts during peak seasons (Prom and Homecoming) with specific volunteer dates and shift details.
    • Each email includes a simple way to sign up for the date(s) that work for you.
    • You can choose to volunteer for a full shift or just a few hours—whatever fits your schedule.
    • We also send occasional emails throughout the year for new dress sorting and organization days.

    Once you sign up, you’ll receive any important details you need before your shift.

    If your plans change, no problem—just let us know by email.

    There’s no long-term commitment—just sign up when you’re available.

    👉 Sign up here to receive our volunteer emails: http://eepurl.com/Q1LPv

    📘 Check out our Volunteer Guide: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WnNIY0o0mgS-bLXXrQCSLvDLdIcjwHMQ/view?usp=drivesdk

    💕 Join Us!

    Whether you can give a few hours or a full day, your time helps create a moment these girls will remember forever.

    We can’t do this without our volunteers—and we can’t wait to have you be part of it.

    Location

    On-site

    Galleria Mall, Ft Lauderdale

    2414 E Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304, USA
    3rd floor

    Please fill out this form

    Instructions:

    The learn more about volunteer with Becca’s Closet, go to https://drive.google.com/file/d/1WnNIY0o0mgS-bLXXrQCSLvDLdIcjwHMQ/view?usp=drivesdk

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