When Sabrina Edwards walked into Goodwill’s annual Bridal Pop-Up Sale, she wasn’t just searching for a gown – she was stepping into a moment of healing, celebration and community. This year marked the first-ever partnership between Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont and My Breast Friend’s Wedding, who supports The Go Jen Go Foundation, dedicated to providing critical financial assistance to local individuals and families who are battling breast cancer. Together, the organizations created a space where beauty meets purpose, and where survivors like Sabrina Edwards could find more than just a dress at an affordable price, but she could find joy, dignity and connection.
In this Q&A, Sabrina shares her journey of survivorship, the emotional moment she found her perfect gown at Goodwill’s annual Bridal Pop-Up Sale, and the deep impact of two organizations coming together to uplift women when it matters most.
Q: Tell us about your experience finding your gown at Goodwill’s annual Bridal Pop-Up Sale.
A: It was wonderful. Honestly, I felt like a queen the moment I walked through the door. Even before that – when I called, someone answered on the second ring and told me to come in. They welcomed me, took pictures and made me feel like family. I felt so special. I could’ve cried, but I held it together. It was just beautiful.
Q: What made you choose the gown you’ll wear to the My Breast Friend’s Wedding gala?
A: I love the floral design – it’s different. Most people go for lace, but I’m an out-of-the-box person, and this dress called my name. It fit like a glove, no alterations needed. It’s elegant, it’s me, and it covers my scars.
Q: You mentioned the gown helps you feel confident. Can you share more about that?
A: My scars are part of my victory, but I don’t always like how they look. This dress covers them, and that makes me feel beautiful. It helps me remember what life felt like before cancer. You can’t see where my port was. It’s healing in a way.
Q: You’re a survivor. Where are you in your journey now?
A: I’m in my fifth year. I just had my oncology appointment and have five more months of medication. I did six rounds of chemo, 33 radiation treatments, two surgeries – and I’ll finish my medicine this October. It’s been a journey.
Q: How has Go Jen Go supported you through that journey?
A: They’ve been amazing. During COVID, they brought gifts for me, my son and my husband – even when contact wasn’t allowed. They sent money for a few months and gave me things like chapstick and lotion, which really matter when you’re going through treatment. They’ve always made me feel special. I’ll support anything they do.
Q: And what does it mean to you that Goodwill partnered with My Breast Friend’s Wedding this year?
A: It means everything. Goodwill is a nonprofit that helps people in the community, and now they’re helping women like me feel beautiful and supported. Years ago, before breast cancer, I had Graves’ disease and was trying to find a job. Goodwill helped me build a resume – and I still use it today. They’ve always been a staple in my life.
Q: Is there anything else you’d like to share?
A: I just feel grateful. I feel adored. That’s the word – adored. Not everyone in my life has been supportive, but these organizations have. And that means the world to me.
Sabrina’s story is a powerful reminder of what happens when compassion and community come together. The 2026 Bridal Pop-Up Sale will continue that tradition on Saturday, March 7 at the Goodwill Opportunity Campus, located at 5301 Wilkinson Blvd. Whether you’re searching for a wedding gown, formal dress or accessories, this event promises to be a good time for a great cause.
