Des Plaines police collecting prom dresses

The Des Plaines Police Department is accepting gently-used gowns, dresses and accessories throughout March for young women who may need help purchasing formal/prom wear. Des Plaines is partnering with Niles and Park Ridge police departments on the “Fashion Police: Prom Possible” campaign. The donation box is located in the lobby of the Des Plaines Police Department, 1418 Miner St., and is accessible 24 hours a day. For more information, contact officer Michael Heidkamp, Des Plaines Police Department, (847) 391-5400, Sgt. Robert Tornabene, Niles Police Department, (847) 588-6500, or officer Julie Genualdi, Park Ridge Police Department, (847) 318-5252.