sewingpup

this might be a crazy idea....one of our local yarn shops.....makes things like mittens, hats, scarfs,,,, and then once a year the "yarn" a neighborhood...mean they simple hang the knitted goods on fences, posts, lamp posts, etc....with a little note attached. stating something like...."I am not lost, if you need a hat, mittens, scarf, or whatever it is....take me!" I know a quilt is a lot of work...but ...maybe?

mramsden

I donate a lot to Project Linus and our local hospice. They are both very appreciative.

Peckish

One of our hospitals has a pastoral program where all hospice patients are given quilts (unless they don't want one). After they pass, the quilt is given to the family. They go through about 40 a month. You should read the thank-you cards from the families, they are so incredibly thankful for the quilts.

Claire123

Maybe you could stitch up something similar, bags, organizers, pillows. I enjoy doing that.

Also, I am surprised that no one needs donations of quilts. Where I live the need for charity quilts greatly surpasses the supply, and grows every year. Hospitals, fire departments, family services, women's shelters etc where I live can always, unfortunately, use more. Possibly there is a church or government agency that could point you in the right direction. It's wonderful that you are so generous with your time and materials and hard working.

rjwilder

Try a Veterans Home, they do not have to be quilts of valor nor do they need to be red, white and blue.

SueZQ from MN

Check with your local furniture store. We live where every Christmas a local store donates beds and mattresses to families in need. They provide new sets of sheets and blankets, and quilts if they have them. Every year when I hear their stories I am moved to tears by the gratitude of the recipients. Maybe there is such a program near where you live. My father spent his final weeks in the hospice unit at the local veteran's hospital, and on his arrival he was given a quilt to keep him warm. He always said that it was like getting a hug from a stranger. I can't think of any better way to honor those that have served our country.

mim

Try the habitat for humanity group. Our guild makes a quilt for each member when they move in. They have put a lot of time into their own house and houses for others -- They have earned their new home,