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Home Start Thrift Boutique Celebrates National Thrift Shop Day 2025 With Record-Breaking Sales Thanks To Local Influencer Buzz

Social media collaborations with San Diego-based content creators highlighted special shopping hours for National Thrift Shop Day, leading to record-breaking sales for the boutique. San Diego, CA, October 14, 2025–The Home Start Thrift Boutique had a record-breaking sales month in August, thanks to its National Thrift Shop Day celebration on August 17 that attracted local […]

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Instead of Thinking Secondhand When Thrifting, Think Sustainability

There are many reasons to shop secondhand at a local thrift store. Perhaps it’s to save money on newer-to-you items, which is especially helpful during times when inflation is stubborn and prices for consumer goods are higher than normal. Or, maybe it’s because many nonprofit thrift shops and social enterprises direct their proceeds to support

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How Thrift Shopping Can Help You Beat Inflation Without Sacrificing Style

Inflation-Proof Your Wallet by Shopping at the Thrift Store There’s no denying it, consumer prices are up. With inflation on the rise, everything from groceries to gas is putting more pressure on our wallets. In response, many people are cutting back on spending and prioritizing essential items. Non-essentials like household goods, clothing, and furniture are

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SD Business Journal: Home Start Announces New CEO

SAN DIEGO – When former CEO Laura Tancredi-Baese joined Home Start’s team 18 years ago, the organization had been through a rough couple of years. During her tenure, Tancredi-Baese focused on stabilizing funding, deepening impact through social enterprise programs and restoring Home Start’s reputation. Original article in the San Diego Business Journal is here Now,

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From Fear to Freedom: Jane’s Journey Toward Healing and Hope

When Jane Doe first arrived at Home Start in December 2022, she was in crisis. A survivor of domestic violence, she had found the courage to seek help and was placed in our Bridge Housing program for immediate safety and support. But safety can be fleeting when you’re trying to escape abuse. Just weeks later,

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