30 | THE COLONY NEWS | AUGUST 2022 |
By Rita Nastri, 698-8640
I continue to receive calls to my request last month for
gently used ball gowns, tuxedos, fancy formal accessories
(purses, cummerbunds, dressy shoes, etc.) in preparation for
the Marine Corps Birthday Balls held throughout the Base on
Thursday, Nov. 10. The gowns and tuxes are offered free at an
open house sponsored by the Camp Pendleton YMCA for the
Marine spouses who cannot afford to purchase a tux or ball
gown for these special events.
Even being away for a few weeks, I returned to multiple calls,
so the trips to Pendleton continue with your beautiful finery.
I will continue to collect your donations at your home and
deliver the items to Camp Pendleton, where the Y has set up
a showroom for display and distribution. Because the word is
out about the Pendleton gown give-away, Marine Corps Bases
Twentynine Palms and Yuma will also be receiving gowns from
this event.
The Y stands firm about the last delivery. Their cut-off date
for the collection is Thursday, Sept. 1. This gives them time to
set up the showroom for the clothes selection process, which
usually takes place during the second week of September.
Thank you for your continued support. This is a 501c3
project, and I will provide you with a thank you letter. Please
call me at the above number to book your pickup date.
Ball Gowns & Formal Attire Needed for Marines
