CMT Gowns that Give

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CMT Gowns that Give

Support Charcot-Marie-Tooth (CMT) Research by Donating a Dress!

Thank you for helping the HNF reach our goal: 1,000 gowns and $50,000 raised to fund research and programs for people living with CMT.

Your gently loved gown can make a meaningful difference.

Formal events only. Prom, homecoming, formal weddings, mother of the bride, mother of the groom.

 

Donation Guidelines & Proceeds

  • All donations are final. No returns or retrievals.
  • HNF reserves the right to donate or discard gowns that don’t meet standards.
  • Most gowns will be sold in-store; some may be listed online.
  • 50% of proceeds benefit HNF’s CMT research and patient programs.
  • Unsold gowns may be used for future fundraisers or donated.

Step 1 ~ Pick Your Dress

We accept:

  • Clean, wearable gowns less than 7 years old 
  • Dresses free of stains, rips, or missing parts
  • Altered gowns are welcome!

Note: HNF may recycle or donate items that don’t meet quality standards.

Step 2 ~ Request a Free USPS Box

Visit Local USPS or Order a Free USPS Flat Rate Box

Go to: USPS Free Flat Rate Boxes

Choose:

  • Medium (fits 1–2 short dresses)
  • Large (fits 1–2 gowns or 3 short dresses)

Boxes are FREE and delivered to your door.

Step 3 ~ Package Dress & Donor Note

Pack & Include a Donor Note ~ Required for HNF to receive proceeds.

Click here to print the donor note.

If unable to print, a handwritten note is fine.

Without this note, we can’t track your donation to the campaign.

Step 4 ~ Ship Your Dress

Shipping Address:

Around the Block Boutique

306B Rome Street

Carrollton, GA 30117

(Write “CMT Gowns that Give” on the box)

Option A: Drop Off at USPS

  • Medium Flat Rate Box: ~ $17.10
  • Large Flat Rate Box: ~ $22.80

Includes tracking + $100 insurance

Option B: Ship from Home

Use USPS Click-N-Ship

Print label + schedule a free pickup

Share & Inspire

Snap a photo of yourself in the gown you’re donating and share it!

Tag @hnf-cure and use #CMTGownsThatGive to inspire others.

Questions? co******@******re.org

Let’s reach 1,000 gowns and $50K—together. Thank you for giving back through fashion

Follow & Shop Around the Block Boutique

Located in downtown Carrollton, Georgia, Around the Block Boutique is a welcoming consignment shop offering affordable formalwear for women of all sizes. Whether you’re dressing up for prom, a gala, a wedding, or a college formal, you’ll find a curated selection of new and gently loved gowns without the high price tag.

Since opening at 306B Rome Street, just behind the Courtyard by Marriott, the boutique has grown to offer 2000+ dresses and has welcomed shoppers from near and far—even from hours away. With a growing number of consigned gowns arriving from homecomings, proms, and special events across the region, there’s always something new to discover.

Visit Us

306B Rome Street

Carrollton, Georgia

(Monday–Thursday, 3:00 PM–6:00 PM; hours may vary)

Stay Connected

Instagram: @around_the_block_boutique

Facebook: Around the Block Boutique

Find your dream dress, support a small business, and shop with purpose—right here in Carrollton.

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