Photograph courtesy Kenzie's Closet
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ESTABLISHED 2006
MISSION Kenzie’s Closet provides local high school girls with fashionable, formal prom attire through a one-of-a-kind shopping day, inspiring them to discover a sense of self-confidence, celebrate their individuality, and feel empowered. It’s more than a dress—it’s a journey to discover your true self.
SERVING OUR COMMUNITY Our unique non-profit serves students in grades 9–12 with a personal or financial need and makes their prom dreams a reality. Prom is a rite of passage for high school students. Everyone should feel this sense of belonging and inclusion. Without our services, the students might not have a chance to participate and be a part of this important high school milestone. Each student that comes to our boutique is assigned a personal shopper to help them find the perfect dress, new shoes, a new handbag, two accessories to complement their dress, and free on-site alterations. We empower these young women to look, and more importantly, feel their best by providing them with not only a dress and all the accessories but also kind words, confidence, love, and patience. Many of our students have told us we help them overcome barriers we didn’t even know existed.
LEADERSHIP
Kathy McDonald, Executive Director
Heather Batdorf, Community Engagement Manager
Sarah Wood Evans, Board Chair
Amy Campbell, Vice Chair
Meghan Broderick, Secretary
Robert Lesan III, Treasurer
Board members
Amanda Grote, Amy Joseph, Ashlee Wooten, Lance Mall, Mary Condon, Megan Stacey, Peter Frey, Robert Coletti, Scott Farmer
Natalie Jones, Immediate Past Chair
Amanda Bentley Fessler, Chair Emeritus
Brynne Farmer Coletti, Founder
OTHER WAYS TO HELP
• Volunteer on a shopping day as a personal shopper or seamstress. Season runs from late February to early May.
• Donate—your financial supports helps us continue to empower young women.
• Follow, like, share our social media.
• Host a dress drive at your office or school.
• Donate gently used prom dresses and accessories.
• Attend or sponsor Paint the City Pink Gala, our largest fundraiser of the year. Join us for the pinkest party in town on February 21, 2026, at The Mercantile Immersive featuring fabulous food, open bar, amazing raffles, dancing, and a fashion show featuring students wearing a collection of prom dresses found in our boutique.
• Contact us to get involved and learn more about all the fun we are having!
2010 Madison Rd., Lower Level
Cincinnati, OH 45208
(513) 533-7766
www.kenziescloset.org
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