Gowns for Grads Benefits More Than 500 Youth in Record-Breaking Year

This year’s Gowns for Grads event was the most successful yet, benefiting more than 500 youth from across Durham Region, who are now ready to celebrate their graduation in style. The event, which took place at G.L. Roberts in Oshawa, was
a resounding success and marked a significant milestone for the community initiative.
On Saturday, April 26, 2025, more than 50 volunteers and officers worked tirelessly to assist students in selecting the perfect gowns, shoes, and accessories for their big day. Students left with smiles on their faces, excited about their carefully chosen outfits that will make their graduation even more memorable.
In addition to the gown selections, every attendee was entered into a raffle for a chance to win over 20 prizes, including hairstyling, manicures, pedicures, and gift baskets. All raffle winners will be notified in the coming days.
The success of this year’s event was made possible thanks to the hard work of the Gowns for Grads Committee, DRPS Auxiliary Unit, dedicated volunteers, and the generosity of the community. With such a large number of students benefiting from this initiative, the organizing team is already looking ahead to next year. Plans are underway for even more donations and support to continue helping Durham Region youth.
A huge thank you goes out to all those who donated, volunteered, and participated, including G.L. Roberts CVI for providing the venue space. Your support made this incredible event possible, and we can’t wait to do it all again next year!
Thanks to our sponsors and those who provided donations:
PADAN
COSTCO – Ajax + Ritson Oshawa
DRPA
Downtown Whitby BIA
Durham Region Transit
MELO
G.L. Roberts CVS
Multitech Graphics
Party City Whitby
Pizzaco
8 Bit Beans
Another Spin
Brown and Co. Bowmanville
Blush Pretty
Brookstead Fine Flowers
The Beauty Vault Inc
E+ A Nails and Spa
GoodLife Fitness
Lavish Salona + Spa
Lowe + Simone
One More Cocoa – Gourmet Chocolate
RN RC Aesthetics
Skin Essence Medspa
Style Loft Boutique
Tangled Hair Studio
Vault Mental Health
Yvonne’s Esthetic Boutique
Multitech Graphics
Peacock Promotions
Baked goods donations:
Amelia Till
Carol Sweeney
Carla Holland
Claudette Helen
Barenaked Baker
Bake Boss Cake Shop
Biscuits to Baskets
Gabs + Keeks
Teralyn Coleman