FM Weekly

The University of Kentucky’s 8th annual Thrift Shop Pop Up marked one of its most successful years yet, with a record-setting 1,893 pounds of items donated and more than 330 students stopping by to “shop” for free clothing, shoes and accessories.  

The event, organized by UK Recycling in Facilities Management in partnership with The Thrifty Cat, Wildcat Wardrobe and Student Organizations and Activities, helped keep useable items out of landfills while giving students an opportunity to replenish their wardrobe. In total, 857 pounds were redistributed directly to students with the remaining 1,036 pounds donated to The Thrifty Cat, UK’s campus free store for students.