Who We Are
Founder, Dr. Tyleen Caffrey entered the foster care system just a few short weeks before her junior prom. With no previous resources, no prom dress, and no financial means to provide for herself, she received an unforgettable evening through the generosity of her foster parents. Tyleen was president of the Student Association of Social Workers (SASW) during graduate school. She initiated and led a prom dress project in which she collected over 500 dresses, $2500 in cash donations, and several donated services. SASW served nearly 100 youth in foster care. Tyleen received special recognition for this project including being recognized by the Hattiesburg American newspaper as one of 12 people who made a difference in the community, named Social Work Student of the Year by the University of Southern Mississippi, and received the Claire Nowlin Social Work Student of the Year given by the Mississippi Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers.
When a military move brought her family to Clovis, she decided to create a nonprofit from this project. Monarch Formals was the first organization of its kind to provide formalwear in Clovis, NM. Since its establishment in 2008, Monarch Formals has provided hundreds of formals for prom, homecoming, pageants, banquets, military events, and other formal events. Monarch Formals host many events and fundraisers throughout the year. Check out our website or social media for upcoming events. The success of this project depends on support from the communities. Tyleen is very involved in the community and hopes the community will continue to support Monarch Formals.
What We Do
Vision:
To ensure individuals in need of formal attire have access regardless of financial situation.
Mission:
Monarch Formals is dedicated to establishing positive memories during important occasions in one’s life. By receiving new, gently used formals, accessories, and donated services, Monarch Formals make certain that individuals don’t miss out on important life events because they don’t have the proper attire
