Blessingdales Thrift Shop Expands to Second Location with Ribbon-Cutting Celebration

(SAVANNAH, Ga.) Sept. 17, 2025, Blessingdales Thrift Shop officially expanded to an additional location in Georgetown with a grand opening ceremony on Wednesday, September 16. Hosted by The Living Vine Maternity Home, the event drew community leaders, supporters and families, including Chatham County Commissioner Pat Farrell and representatives from the Savannah Area Chamber of Commerce.

Among those participating in the ribbon-cutting lineup was a mother and her three-week-old baby, who are current residents of The Living Vine’s maternity home. Proceeds from Blessingdales directly support the nonprofit’s mission to provide housing, resources and hope for women in crisis pregnancies.

“This expansion is more than just a new storefront — it’s about empowering women who have chosen life,” said Dawn Rodriguez, newly appointed executive director of The Living Vine. “The women we serve are making courageous decisions, and Blessingdales allows us to walk alongside them, providing provision, protection and preparation for their futures.”

The new Georgetown location joins the current Blessingdales store, located at 6 Television Circle, in offering gently used clothing, furniture, housewares and more, with all proceeds benefiting The Living Vine’s programs. Community members are encouraged to donate gently used items to support the mission.

Blessingdales store hours are:

821 King George Blvd. (Georgetown location): Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

6 Television Circle (Savannah location): Monday–Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

For more information about The Living Vine or Blessingdales, visit www.thelivingvine.org.

ABOUT THE LIVING VINE

Founded in 1996, The Living Vine Maternity Home is a nonprofit ministry dedicated to providing compassionate care and support to pregnant women in need. Services include safe housing, nutritious meals and comprehensive support that nurtures spiritual, emotional and practical growth. The Living Vine equips women with the tools necessary for healthy, independent living. The home is located at 535 East 54th Street in Savannah, Georgia. For more information, call 912-352-9998 or visit thelivingvine.org.

ABOUT THE BLESSINGDALES THRIFT STORES

Blessingdales is a nonprofit thrift store supporting The Living Vine, a maternity home that provides housing, meals, and life skills training for mothers and their children. The stores accept donations of gently used clothing and household items, offering affordable shopping options for the community while funding these vital services. The Savannah Blessingdales is located at 6 Television Circle and the new Georgetown Blessingdales thrift store is located at 821 King George Blvd. For more information, visit thelivingvine.org/blessingdales-thrift-store.