DES MOINES, Iowa — After a double booking caused Des Moines East High School to lose their post prom location, the school and community are fighting to keep the party on.

The Des Moines East High School Facebook page posted on Thursday saying an issue with the original venue for after prom left them without a location. The school now has 20 days to pull together an after prom hosted at the high school.

East High’s new post prom theme is Vegas night complete with casino tables, bingo, a wedding chapel, food and games. The school is excited for the new theme but says it will take community donations and support to make it happen.

One alum said she saw the post and saw it as an opportunity to give back.

“For me prom was like a big thing that I remember from high school. One of the big memories that I loved. I just don’t want these kids to have to go without because they have 20 days to come up with these things,” said Jerzie Kouri, owner of Jerzie’s Balloon Bliss. “I would want somebody to do that for me or my kids. You know what I mean? Step up and help and where they can.”

East High’s prom takes place April 26, with volunteers needed to decorate the school Friday night and Saturday morning, with a cleanup crew needed Sunday. The school is also seeking volunteers to chaperone from 10:30 p.m. to 3 a.m. on Saturday.

East High is hoping to raise funds to support the additional costs for their new plan. They are inviting businesses to sponsor a table or activity. The school is seeking services, gift cards, decorations, snacks and beverages.

To volunteer or donate you can reach out to Kari Warren at 515-745-6312 or email scarletprideinfo@gmail.com for details. If you would like to make a donation, you can Venmo to @scarlet-pride or mail to Scarlet Pride 815 E 13th St Des Moines, IA 50316.