Allstate Insurance Agent Karen Butterson, Williamsville, NY

By collecting dresses for the Colvin Cleaners Gowns for Prom, we earned Goodwill of Western New York a $30,000 Allstate Foundation Helping Hands grant that will aid the organization’s intentions to help individuals overcome barriers to find good jobs. We see firsthand the opportunities and challenges facing our area, which is why we believe in Goodwill of Western New York’s work. We’re proud to be one of thousands of Allstate volunteers around the country who care for their communities by supporting important local causes.

Our community is collaborative and resilient because we believe in helping each other – especially during times of need. I am honored to support Family Justice Center of Erie County Inc and its efforts to deliver comprehensive client services by Family Justice Center staff and partners to address offender accountability, safety, healing and prevention to enable clients and their children to break the cycle and live free from domestic violence.. As a volunteer, I earned a $1,000 Allstate Foundation Helping Hands grant for the organization. The funds will help Family Justice Center of Erie County Inc to support people in the Williamsville community.

Our Allstate agency at 982 Maple Rd in Williamsville is proud to be a drop-off location for the Gowns for Prom program. Donate new or gently used formal gowns, shoes and accessories before March 31, and they’ll be offered free to area high school students who are unable to afford a prom gown during the selection event on April 9-11 at Shea’s Performing Arts Center. Colvin Cleaners will clean the items you donate.