This video was produced by LifeTouch, who was a sponsor of Joy Prom, for their promotional use.
See photos from the 2010 Bay Area Joy Prom.
On May 16, 2010, the Bay Area united to host its first Joy Prom. This community-sponsored event was a full-scale, first-class prom for people with special needs. Through volunteers, donations and corporate sponsorships, these often-overlooked individuals had a night to SHINE.
That night, 130 special needs guests (ages 13 through 85) enjoyed a free prom and were treated like kings and queens. At Joy Prom, each guest…
- was paired with an escort for the evening (a trained volunteer)
- was given a corsage or boutonnière and sipped on sparkling cider
- had their make-up and hair touched up (ladies); or shoes shined (gentlemen)
- had formal prom portraits taken against a spectacular backdrop
- rode around town in a stretch limousine and arrived in style at the Red Carpet entrance
- received a royal welcome and were formally introduced to the crowd
- proceeded down the walk of fame, surrounded by paparazzi and fans
- enjoyed a full dinner buffet and dessert bar
- danced the night away to a DJ and a live band
- received a gift bag, full portrait package and made memories that will last a lifetime