Giving the Glam - Prom 2023 by Giving the Glam

NON-PROFIT ORG

PROM 2023

Where charity meets glam on prom day PROM 2023

“To get complimented was not only nice to hear, but also empowering. It made me feel a new confidence in myself that I never knew I could have. That is exactly how I felt on my prom night... and how I still feel today.”

Our Mission Giving The Glam provides an incredible prom experience for underserved urban and suburban high school seniors. We cover the cost of all attire and accessories for students who couldn’t otherwise afford to participate in their prom. Students are given an opportunity to attend their event in style, while we make a large impact on their self-esteem and confidence.

About Us Giving The Glam is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization based in Massachusetts. It was created and established in 2014 by philanthropst Maristela Rapo and her daughter Alexis Rapo. Alexis introduced her mother to the Metropolitan Council for Educational Opportunty (METCO) program coordinator from her school, Dover-Sherborn. Maristela worked with the coordinator to identify underserved students who would benefit from this program. We work with young men and women who all come from different backgrounds and are each being faced with unique challenges. Giving the Glam comes into their lives and helps guide and motivate them to overcome their challenges by building their self-esteem and by acquiring a newfound confidence to help them create a viable plan for their own future. Our organization helps financially challenged teens enjoy their high school prom experience. Each participant is provided with everything they will need to enjoy the prom in style - gowns, tuxedos, accessories, hair and makeup, professional photos, a video and car service to the venue. But in the end, it’s not so much about the clothes, hair and makeup as it is about the rite of passage. From the young person’s point of view, it’s the opportunity and experience of a lifetime. Students are selected in coordination wth Massachusetts Student Grand Programs including METCO and the Boston Police Department’s District B-3 Communty Service Officers. Giving The Glam is making a difference in people’s lives.

Season Work Process While prom season doesn’t come around until May, the Giving the Glam process starts early in January. First, the team helps each candidate choose his tuxedo or her dress. The next step is the fitting and by the middle of March we have completed the fittings. During March and April, our team starts choosing accessories to make sure that all candidates are dressed their very best. As May and June come around, the big day finally arrives. The entire Giving the Glam team comes together for makeup, hair, manicure, and to give the outfits the final touch. Prom is an unforgettable milestone for these students and Giving the Glam gives them the opportunity to attend the prom, make life long memories, and build confidence.

Founders MARISTELA RAPO I was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. I grew up in a very impoverished community and with that came many challenges. There were many times where I couldn’t participate in certain activities because my family simply couldn’t afford it. It was very difficult to feel left out in these situations, as many of my friends were lucky enough to be able to afford these privileges. When I was 17 years old, I moved from Brazil to Europe where my passion for fashion was officially born! I am the former proprieter of two high-end boutiques, Wolford and Giuseppe. I found a way to use my fashion expertise to make a difference and give back to the community. “My past has given me the gift of giving!”

ALEXIS RAPO Alexis Rapo is Maristela’s daughter, and is one of the founders of Giving the Glam. Her career in Giving the Glam started in 2014, when Alexis connected Maristela with the METCO coordinator from Dover-Sherborn High School, knowing that Maristela could use her fashion expertise to help a kid in need. From there, Giving the Glam was formed. Alexis has a very tight bond with this program, and she dedicates a lot of her time helping alongside her mother. You can find her picking out gowns with the girls, making the final adjustments on fitting days, or dancing with the participants on their prom day. Alexis loves helping to make a difference in these kids’ lives! Alexis is currently in her senior year at Boston University where she is studying pre-law. After undergrad, Alexis plans on going to law school to pursue a law degree.

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SOCIAL IMPACT Giving the Glam is able to help financially challenged students feel included in their high school communities. Far too often these individuals are left out of many experiences due to no fault of their own and for them to finally experience this inclusion is an amazing thing to witness. Giving the Glam creates an experience that they will never forget.

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NEED Financial constraints put unneccessary burdens on students and serve to alienate them from the rest of their student body at a time when they most need community. Giving the Glam attempts to fill this need by giving everyone the opportunity to enjoy a high school prom, regardless of financial circumstances. By developing their self-confidence, we prepare these young people for the next chapter in their lives.

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Congratulations Giving the Glam 2023 helped 101 high school students from 7 schools in Massachusetts and 1 in Bronx-NYC.

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Paulo Henrique MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Jozi Felix NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Jozi Felix NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Paulo Henrique MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Paulo Henrique MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Jozi Felix NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Somerville High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Paulo Henrique MAKEUP: Jozi Felix NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Somerville High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Quincy High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Loov Hairdresser NAILS: Loov Hairdresser SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Majestic Day Spa NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Michele Pacheco NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School DRESS: Jovani MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston Arts Academy DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Loov Hairdresser NAILS: Loov Hairdresser SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving. the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School DRESS: Jovani HAIR: Loov Hairdresser MAKEUP: Rena NAILS: Pricylla Fontes SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Norwood High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Framingham High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Somerville High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Somerville High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Somerville High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Boston International Newcomers Academy TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Cardinal Cushing School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo BARBER: Kiko SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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SCHOOL: Kipp High School TUXEDO: Giving the Glam Tuxedo SEAMSTRESS: Sandra Dantas PHOTO: Josias Diniz

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Norwood High School

Framingham High School

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Framingham High School

Somerville High School

Boston International Newcomers Academy

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Boston International Newcomers Academy

Cardinal Cushing School

Kipp High School

Quincy High School

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Boston Arts Academy

Norwood High School

Framingham High School

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Framingham High School

Somerville High School

Boston International Newcomers Academy

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Boston International Newcomers Academy

Cardinal Cushing School

Kipp High School

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PROM 2023 PARTICIPANTS

Kipp High School

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Beauty

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Glam Accessories

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Glam Accessories

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Our Team in Action

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Our Team in Action

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Our Team in Action

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Accomplishments

In 2023 we were able to provide an ultimate prom experience for 101 students from seven schools in Massachusetts and one in Bronx-NYC. With the help of Giving the Glam’s team and a group of volunteers, the students received everything they needed including formal wear, accessories, shoes, makeup, hair styling, photos and transportation for this most memorable day.

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Our Impact in 2023 Massachusetts

New York City

KEY FIGURES 6 MONTHS OF PREPARATION

49 GIRLS SUPPORTED

101 STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN

52 BOYS SUPPORTED

THE PROGRAM

7 SCHOOLS SELECTED IN MASSACHUSETTS

1 SCHOOL SELECTED IN BRONX-NYC

15 VOLUNTEERS OFFERED THEIR TIME

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Program Highlights The program has helped more than 700 students since it was founded in 2014.

2024

2023

2022

2021

120 STUDENTS

101 STUDENTS

122 STUDENTS

51 STUDENTS

2020

2019

2018

2017

3 STUDENTS

157 STUDENTS

130 STUDENTS

83 STUDENTS

2016

2015

2014

52 STUDENTS

20 STUDENTS

1 STUDENT

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Program Highlights 120 101

2024

Giving the Glam’s goal for 2024 is to provide a memorable prom day for 120 students from various schools in Massachusetts and New York City. We set our yearly goals with the intent of helping as many students as we can. These goals are only reached with the commitment and strong support of our sponsors, donors, volunteers, core staff and other professionals with whom we collaborate. Providing a quality experience to our participants takes precedence over rapidly increasing the numbers of those we serve. The aim of our organization is excellence in all that we do.

giving the glam ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT

dress to impress GIVING FOR A CAUSE

06.10.2023 On June 10th, 2023, Giving the Glam hosted Dress to Impress, its Annual Fundraising and Cocktail Party. Friends, family, and donors of our organization enjoyed a wonderful night with food, music, a raffle, and a fashion show. Also, they had a chance to learn more about our foundation and the students we help. All proceeds will help Giving the Glam provide high school students with a memorable prom day.

Giving the Glam | Prom 2023

On the News

Giving the Glam would like to express our gratitude to our local news media for the coverage of our organization. The positive exposure given to our project provides the community with an excellent introduction to our goals and services. We would especially like to thank Boston Herald, NECN, NBC Chanel 10 Boston, NewsMaxTV, WCVB News Boston, WBZTV Boston, Taunton Daily Gazette, Wicked Local Needham, Wicked Local Dover, Wicked Local Sharon, Globo Internacional, Hub Today, Boston Voyager Magazine, Boston Magazine, and Wellesley Weston Magazine.

Announcements Giving the Glam Gala Event June 9th, 2024

Giving the Glam is excited to announce its first ever gala event for its 10year anniversary! Taking place at the Fairmont Copley Plaza in Boston, it will be a stunning night to celebrate the past decade of Giving the Glam. Save the date, and help us make a difference in so many teens’ lives.

LIFE LIVED WELL "I first learned about Courtney when a friend contacted me with an opportunity for a substantial makeup donation to Giving the Glam. I met Courtney's mom, Cathy, who told me her daughter's story. I remember asking why she wanted to come donate all the brand-new makeup. When I heard the story, it touched my heart deeply.

COURTNEY Courtney's mother reflected that the gift of COVID meant that the family got to spend more time together. "Courtney moved home in November of 2020, and she shared with me how stress free and happy she was living with us and her cat Charlie. It was a pleasure to have her at home. She had a tremendous sense of humor which kept us all laughing. She was self-reflective and embraced the challenges that life threw her way, and she wasn't afraid to talk about the addiction that took her life."

The next day I called my makeup artist and asked her to come to my house to open the makeup pallets. All of them were unique in color, shape, design and trade name. Each time I opened a new pallet, I thought about Courtney and her passion for beauty and makeup. I'm thrilled that I can share this passion with our Giving the Glam participants. It is a wonderful way to celebrate her memory", says Maristela Rapo.

Courtney's mom, Cathy, with Giving the Glam participants (2023).

Courtney had many diverse interests including figure skating, following the Patriots and Celtics, makeup artistry, and becoming a dental assistant. She had a certificate in make-up artistry from Elizabeth Grady and earned her dental assistant license and was a valued colleague at Manickas Family Dentistry.

WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU, COURTNEY. If you want to support or donate to ShatterProof Against Addiction, please visit:

www.fundraise.shatterproof.org

Giving the Glam | Prom 2023

Thank you to our 2023 donors and sponsors We are thankful to our individual and corporate donor partners, sponsors, and volunteers for their generosity and confidence in our cause. Their commitment helped make the 2023 achievements possible.

Giving the Glam | Prom 2023

Thank you to our team, sponsors, donors, and volunteers Giving the Glam Maristela Rapo, Founder & President Alexis Rapo, Founder Advisory Board Monique M. Veale, Director of Outreach Cynthia Brewington, Board Member Christiana Brown, Board Member Raquel Fauza, Board Member Didi Long, Board Member Peggy Rose, Board Member Andrea K Yanoff, Board Member Community Service Partner Boston Polcy B-3 Community Service Officer Beauty Jozi Felix, Makeup Specialist Michele Pacheco, Makeup Specialist Rena Witt, Makeup Specialist Majestic Day Spa Paulo Henrique, Hair Specialist Loov Hairdresser & SPA Alessandra DeSousa, Hair Extension Specialist Kiko Tijera, Barber Specialist Pricylla Fontes, Nails Specialist Photo and Audio Josias Diniz, Photographer Seamstress Sandra Dantas

Volunteers Rachel Adami, Josias Barbosa, Marianna Barret, Hayes Benzan, Chris Cole, Kenzie Ellis, Pricylla Fontes, Paulo Henrique, Jamie Kabuusu, Fabio Lima, Gabriel Machado, Michele Pacheco, Anthony Rapo, Alexander Rapo, Jennifer Silva, Victoria Vaciloto Publicist Peggy Rose Catalog Production Sofia Fauza Web Designer Ross Culliton

Giving the Glam | Prom 2023

Support a Student

Sponsorship $25,000

Grand Benefactor

$15,000

Benefactor

$10,000

Sponsor

$5,000

Partner

Supporter Full prom

$1,000 experience for

$750

$500 Dress and accessories

a young lady

$250 Tuxedo and accessories

Full prom experience for a young man

$100 Hair and make-up on prom day $50

Glam's supporters

Giving the Glam wants to continue to give the opportunity to deserving high school students to have a memorable experience on their prom day. With your support we can continue our efforts to help a greater number of students in our community have this unforgettable opportunity.

Make your gift today! Online Make a gift via credit card on our secure site: www.givingtheglam.org

Mail Send your check payable, by mail, to: Giving the Glam, Inc PO Box 153 Norwood, MA 02062

Connect with us! GivingTheGlam @givingtheglam Youtube.com/GivingTheGlam

Giving The Glam PO Box 153 Norwood, MA 02062

www.givingtheglam.org

Special Thanks We are thankful to our friends and supporters that believed in our mission.