Comerica Bank to hold Seventh Annual Prom Dress Drive, Benefiting Jackets for Jobs

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Comerica Bank has launched its seventh annual Prom Dress Drive from March 24 to April 18, 2025, supporting community partner Jackets for Jobs. Nine banking centers across Metro Detroit will serve as collection sites for new or gently used dresses and accessories.

Last year's four-week drive collected a record 2,600 dresses, contributing to Comerica's total of over 10,000 dresses donated throughout six previous drives. The initiative partners with Jackets for Jobs, a Detroit-based nonprofit celebrating its 25th anniversary, which focuses on career development and providing professional clothing.

Following last year's success, Comerica expanded its impact by hosting the first annual Homecoming Dress Boutique giveaway in September. This year's Prom Dress Boutique will be held April 25-27 at the Samaritan Center in Detroit.

Public encouraged to drop-off dresses and accessories at select Comerica locations March 24-April 18

DETROIT, March 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Comerica Bank is welcoming donations for its seventh annual Prom Dress Drive beginning Monday, March 24, and continuing through Friday, April 18, in support of community partner Jackets for Jobs. Nine Comerica banking centers throughout Metro Detroit will serve as collection sites.

Individuals and businesses alike can drop off new or gently used dresses, along with accessories, such as jewelry, shoes, purses, and wraps, at participating Comerica locations to benefit southeast Michigan students.

For the second-consecutive year, Comerica will accept donations of dresses and accessories over a four-week span. Last year's four-week prom dress drive garnered a record total of over 2,600 dresses donated.

"The response by our customers, colleagues and community to support our annual prom dress drive has been quite remarkable," said Steve Davis, Comerica Bank Michigan Market President. "We appreciate everyone who helps make both the Prom Dress Drive and Jackets For Job Prom Dress Boutique possible. The generous donations and volunteer assistance positively impacts youth in our area, and we look forward to making this spring memorable for many teens in our community."

This year marks Comerica's third year donating dresses and accessories to Jackets for Jobs, a Detroit-based nonprofit that focuses on career development and removes barriers by providing high-quality clothing that makes clients look and feel professional to support workplace success. This year, Jackets for Jobs celebrates 25 years serving the community.

"Over the past two years, we have seen numerous teens and their families feel a great sense of relief knowing that they are able to enjoy one of the most memorable events of a high schooler's life with less stress by removing many barriers that exist," said Alison Vaughn, Jackets for Jobs Founder and Executive Director. "To see their reaction and emotions, in addition to their families' reaction, when they know they have the right dress and accessories is truly a heartwarming moment knowing that they can experience these special moments."

As a result of last year's record prom dress drive and to extend the outreach to support youth in the community, Comerica partnered with Jackets For Jobs in hosting the first annual Homecoming Dress Boutique giveaway in September. It was the third dress boutique in two years that supported teens in Detroit and from several southeast Michigan communities.

Over the previous six Prom Dress Drives, Comerica has collected more than 10,000 dresses, including last year's record total, to help local teens experience the high school tradition of prom.

Donation Locations
Individuals and local businesses, including bridal and dress shops from surrounding areas, seeking to donate dresses and accessories to the Comerica Prom Dress Drive can do so at locations in the following eight metro Detroit communities: Ann Arbor, Bloomfield Hills, Dearborn, Grosse Pointe, Northville, Novi, Rochester Hills and Sterling Heights (new location in 2025).

The following Comerica Bank locations will accept donations:

Comerica Banking Centers

• Ann Arbor | Stadium Blvd.-Pauline: 1969 W. Stadium Blvd., Ann Arbor, MI 48103
• Bloomfield Hills | Woodward-Hunter: 36440 Woodward Ave., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
• Bloomfield Hills | Telegraph-Long Lake: 3910 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 100, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302
• Dearborn | Michigan-American: 16150 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
• Grosse Pointe | Fisher-St. Paul: 415 Fisher Rd., Grosse Pointe, MI 48230
• Northville | Northville: 129 E. Main St., Northville, MI 48167
• Novi | Grand River and Beck: 47440 Grand River, Novi, MI 48374
• Rochester Hills | Walton-Adams: 3021 Walton Blvd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309
• Sterling Heights | Eighteen Mile-Dequindre: 1955 Eighteen Mile Rd., Sterling Heights, MI 48314

Jackets for Jobs Prom Dress Boutique
This year's Jackets for Jobs Prom Dress Boutique will take place Friday, April 25 through Sunday, April 27 at the Samaritan Center (5555 Conner St.) in Detroit. Schools, organizations or families with teens in need can contact Jackets for Jobs at (313) 579-9160 for more information.

About Comerica Bank
Comerica Bank, a subsidiary of Comerica Incorporated, has served Michigan longer than any other bank with a continuous presence dating back over 175 years to its Detroit founding in 1849. It is the largest bank employer in metro Detroit and has approximately 4,300 employees (FTE) statewide. With one of the largest banking center networks in Michigan, Comerica nurtures lifelong relationships with unwavering integrity and financial prudence. Comerica positively impacts the lives of Michigan residents by helping customers be successful, providing financial support that assists hundreds of charitable organizations, and actively participating in Detroit's downtown revitalization. Comerica Incorporated (NYSE: CMA) is a financial services company strategically aligned by three business segments: The Commercial Bank, The Retail Bank, and Wealth Management. Follow on Facebook: www.facebook.com/Comerica, X: @ComericaBank and Instagram: @comerica_bank.

About Jackets for Jobs
Jackets for Jobs is an award-winning non-profit organization that provides career clothing for metro Detroit job seekers. For over two decades, we have assisted over 35,000 job seekers put their best foot forward to obtain employment. For people experiencing barriers to employment and independence, clothing insecurity is real. It can mean not having anything to wear or not having the right thing to wear. Both are barriers to advancement. Jackets for Jobs provides a stable source of well-maintained and displayed clothing that is suitable for any need, from casual to workwear.

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FAQ

When and where can I donate dresses for Comerica Bank's 2025 Prom Dress Drive?

Donations can be made from March 24 to April 18, 2025, at nine Comerica banking centers across Metro Detroit, including locations in Ann Arbor, Bloomfield Hills, Dearborn, Grosse Pointe, Northville, Novi, Rochester Hills, and Sterling Heights.

How many dresses has Comerica Bank's Prom Dress Drive collected over the years?

Comerica has collected over 10,000 dresses throughout six previous drives, with last year setting a record of 2,600 dresses donated.

What items can be donated to Comerica Bank's 2025 Prom Dress Drive?

New or gently used dresses, along with accessories including jewelry, shoes, purses, and wraps can be donated.

When and where is the 2025 Jackets for Jobs Prom Dress Boutique event?

The Prom Dress Boutique will take place from April 25-27, 2025, at the Samaritan Center (5555 Conner St.) in Detroit.