University faculty and a local community group collaborated on an event that involved raising funds for a scholarship while bringing awareness to the university's historic costume collection. As part of this program, students created an original design inspired by one of the collection's garments that was featured in a fashion show. Feedback about the event revealed that the majority of students thoroughly delighted in seeing their creations come to life. Students also realized the amount of dedication one must have to successfully organize a fashion show. Overall, they felt accomplished and connected to their peers and community. In addition, the event inspired a continued relationship between the community and the university.