The Genesis of Sunshine Street Co.
Following the tragic loss of her cousin Brooklyn, who battled cancer for eight years, Rachel Hunter found inspiration in a community fundraiser. Helping create 'Brooklyn Strong' bracelets for the Lehi Roundup, Rachel discovered the impact of personalized, handmade jewelry. This experience catalyzed her to launch her own business, Sunshine Street Co., transforming her grief into a creative outlet and a way to contribute to her family.
Life Lesson
Out of great personal tragedy can come a constructive path forward that serves both oneself and the community.
"If you have a hobby you are passionate about, just do it. You don't know what's going to happen if you don't try. If you have the love and passion behind it, most likely it's just going to fall into place."
— Rachel Hunter
Community Connections
Stories, people, and ideas that connect across the archive — ranked by shared themes, guests, places, and topics.
Related Episodes
(4)Why Local Journalism Still Matters | Roots and Branches of Lehi with Sally Francom
Sally Francom
Building a Family Legacy: The Story of Rogers Automotive
Gary Rogers
Generations of Elegance: The Legacy of Lehi's Bridal Center with Julie Rafiner
Julie Rafiner
From Career Pivot to Community Staple: The F'kosh Bakery Story
Brent Knudson
Related People
(4)Charlene Freestone
Child Passenger Safety Technician, Former Boutique Owner, Parent Educator, Community Builder
Lara Bangerter
Manager, Lehi Historical Society & Archives
Phil Hanks
Grandson of Ephraim Hanks · Mission President (Samoa) · Temple President (Samoa) · Church Education System Leader · Stake President · Senior Missionary (Ukraine, Freiburg) · Lehi Resident
Wylene Benson
Realtor, RE/MAX Lighthouse · Real Estate Investor · Breakthrough Mentor
Related Stories
(4)The Natural Parenting Boutique on Lehi Main Street
Charlene Freestone
Trees Planted for People They'd Never Meet — Wines Park and Generational Sacrifice
Paige Albrecht
The Handcart Rocking Chair — Pioneer Legacy in Physical Form
Lara Bangerter
Buying the 1899 Brick Home — Putting Your Money Where Your Mouth Is
Paige Albrecht
Related Quotes
(4)"I'm back, but this time I'm helping people here."
— Charlene Freestone
"Once you make that decision to go forward, you just know that forward is the only way."
— Wylene Benson
"The hardest thing is not to have cancer yourself, but to love someone who has cancer."
— Paige Albrecht
"I really wanted my kids to have a hometown."
— Paige Albrecht
Related Themes
(3)Civic Leadership
Profiles of the people who shaped local government, planning, and policy in Lehi — and what their stories reveal about what good leadership actually looks like at the community level.
Family Legacy
The stories of families who planted roots in Lehi across generations — the ones who built the traditions, the parks, the businesses, and the sense of belonging that others now enjoy.
Community Resilience
How Lehi residents have navigated challenge, change, growth, and hardship — and emerged with optimism, connection, and a deeper appreciation for what they've built together.
Ways to Serve
(4)Engage with Local Entrepreneurs
From Rents to Roots Podcast
Join the Lehi Roundup Committee
Lehi Roundup Committee
Volunteer for Lehi Roundup Committee
Lehi Roundup Committee
Volunteer for the Lehi Arts Council
Lehi Arts Council