Thrift Store for Hope and Healing | Lexington News

Lexington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 4, 2026 · 1m

A mother-daughter duo in Garrard County, Kentucky, runs Memories Thrift and Vintage Market, turning secondhand treasures into hope for families with children who have special needs. Inspired by the loss of her brother with Trisomy 13, founder Claire Crosby launched the Hopeful Farm Foundation to support these families — and every dollar from their thrift store goes straight to the cause. Shoppers and sellers alike, like Suzy Bourland, feel deeply connected, knowing their purchases help fund a future retreat center where families can find healing in nature. They’re now seeking a land donor in…