NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — There are special projects in every community that each one of us feels personally drawn to. For me, it's the mission of Joy Closet in Hopkinsville.
I learned about them in 2022 when they were nominated for My Hero. This is a non-profit that provides everything imaginable for foster parents in Kentucky who get a baby, child or teen placement anytime — even in the middle of the night — and need anything from clothes or car seats to diapers or formula.
What started out in a small office within months grew to a larger 7,500 square foot space because the need to help foster children and families is so great.
As I continue to follow their story I was honored to emcee their luncheon last Thursday where they've launched a new project: The Hope House.
It will be a designated home for children during what is an emotional/traumatic at times transition away from home to Kentucky's state-run agency care, then to a foster home.
The home cost is $270,000 and your help can go a long way to making this a reality. Donations can be made to joycloset.org.
I'm not sure there is a story that's brought a bigger smile to our faces than this one celebrating Ms. Marie. The story of her service during World War II is amazing in itself — she is a true Rosie the Riveter! What was also amazing was to see was how an entire community turned out to celebrate her. You've got to check this out!
-Carrie Sharp
