And a few days ago Kari G from Homeless Families Foundation posted this lovely Thank You on Facebook which I wanted to share with you all.
There's a certain amount of love that goes into hand knitting and crocheting blankets, hats, mittens, scarves and dish towels for those in need and Sandy Holladay knows the value of these items. Through her blog Bridge and Beyond, http://
to be delivered to children and families at The Homeless Families
Foundation. We truly appreciate Sandy's dedication to helping homeless
and at risk children and families feel cared for by providing these
special handmade items. HFF thanks Sandy and all the wonderful crafters
who contribute these beautiful items through Bridge and Beyond.
Together, we all make a wonderful team. I add my thanks to you all.
Donations: 2012
Hats 793
Scarves: 527
Slippers: 144
Shawls: 2
Sweaters& Ponchos: 4
Vest 1
Afghans: 40
Mittens: 297
Squares: 795
Socks: 193
Rain Poncho's 209
Cotton Washcloths 464
Misc Items are not counted individually (such as personal care items, headbands, gators, yarn, wrist warmers/fingerless gloves, face-masks, neck warmers, t-shirts, soap, deodorant, shampoo, toothbrushes, hand and foot warmers Teddy Bears and footies etc)
All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated, and all donations keep someone warm. We help, one stitch at a time. YOU truly DO make a difference. THANK YOU!
I think that it is wonderful that they take the time to Thank you and those that contribute to this charity. It is very thoughtful.
ReplyDeleteThanks to you, Sandy, for caring enough to organize this effort & for handling the on-site efforts. Thanks to everyone who has contributed.
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