Aria

I want to make quilts for our wounded soldiers, and am having a hard time finding where to send them. I would prefer the state of Minnesota, as I don't have the money to send them out. I know of Quilts Of Valor, but their "rules" are too restricted. I want to make my quilts from jeans, and they wouldn't be accepted. Also, I like to do my own quilting, and they don't allow meandering, which is a very acceptable method of quilting.
Do any of you from Minnesota know of any other charity groups that accept quilts for wounded soldiers, and don't have the many restrictions that QOV has?

AlienQuilter

Do you have a veteran's hospital near by? If so, call them and ask what their requirements are.

DebraK

yes. And bring them there. Hand them out to someone who needs help. they won't turn that away.

Luv Quilts and Cats

What a kind thing your doing! I agree with the others, check with your local veterans home or veterans organization.

Aria

thank you for those quick replies. I've read articles from the VA, here, and they asking people to "stop quilting. They have enough quilts"!!

Nammie to 7

Maybe instead of wounded soldiers you could make some quilts for your local homeless shelter, or maybe your area has children's group homes that are in need of quilts.

Lee in Richmond

Is there a Fisher House near your VA hospital? They put up the families when visiting wounded soldiers, and probably would be thrilled to have a stash of quilts on hand. Here's their website: www.fisherhouse.org .

DebraK

okay, I guess Minnesota has enough. if you are really wanting to help veterans, there are other states. Pick another state, or consider another way to help families of people who are serving. Look at maybe sending quilts to their families while they are away. Comfort comes in many forms.

irishrose

I just Googled QOV and it doesn't exclude meandering. I'm not sure the quilt on my machine has consistent stitches in the required stitch length, but I'm going to send it. It is not red, white and blue, but not everyone wants RW&B.

Aria

Thank you for that info. I just sent an e-mail to the woman in charge in Minnesota.