Thank you Beth G for this fabulous and very generous donation of crocheted cotton wash cloths, personal care items, and nice warm scarves.  Sorry the picture is a bit funky folks.  This was the last picture I was able to take with my camera before the battery died.  LOVE all the nice dark solid scarves, they work so well for either men or women.

AND......look, there's more.  Separated the donations so things wouldn't be piled on top of each other for the pictures.  These are all scarves, just some aren't laid out.  Whew...she's been busy, please take time to come up for air Beth!

Beth has also included some personal care items in her donation for Ohio's Homeless.

Nice work, many thanks.

2016 Donations:
HATS: 400
SCARVES (Gators, Infinity): 318-19=299
MITTENS: 77
SLIPPERS: 60
RAIN PONCHOS: 206
COTTON WASHCLOTHS: 208-12=196
AFGHANS: 35
SOCKS: 123

**We started the year with the number of items we had donated last year, 2016; and will subtract our donations from that.  Using the end number for 2016 as the goal for the each item.  So, as the year continues you will see numbers decrease.  Our goal is to meet and surpass the number of items donated last year.**

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Thank you Beth G for Helping The Homeless

Thank you Beth G for this wonderful donation for Ohio's Homeless.  Beth has crocheted scarves,and cotton washcloths and has included socks and personal care items as well.  Even though we have finally warmed up here in Ohio during the days,the nights are still cool, and we still have some of the wet dreary weather difficult for the homeless to contend with; soooooo please don't stop knitting and crocheting folks.  The need does indeed continue through out the year.  And, when we might reach a point where folks are currently in need, we then stock up all the various shelters and Rae, so they are always  prepared.

I want to thank all the new visitors supporting us through their visits and thoughtful comments from The A-Z challenge and am thrilled some of our new friends are busy and knitting and crocheting and or looking to see what they might do to help, either here or in their own areas.  We need to continue to spread the information about the severity of homelessness and spread the news about what can be done throughout our country.

2015 DONATIONS:
Hats: 218
Scarves 80+2=82
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers: 45
Slippers: 63
Rain Poncho's:  53
Cotton Washcloths: 161+16=177
Afghans: 11
Socks: 141+6=147
Cowls/Hoody Combo's/ 17
Shawls 1
Misc: items like personal care and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted

HAVE YOU READ ABOUT THE CONTEST?  HAVE YOU STARTED?  DETAILS HERE

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Crocheted Goodies Help the Homeless

Many thanks Beth G for this awesome donation of crocheted goodies!  Beth has crocheted nice large scarves, large enough to really wrap around for added warmth that really works well for the folks out in the elements.  She's also included socks and lots of personal care items...even shoe laces......which is great!!  I never thought about that, but  think it's a great idea based on what I've seen.  Good thinking on your part Beth.  She's also crocheted the ever popular cotton washcloths.

Many thanks Beth for this thoughtful donation, please keep up the good work.

2015 DONATIONS:
Hats: 218
Scarves 75+5=80
Mittens/Gloves/Wrist Warmers: 45
Slippers: 63
Rain Poncho's:  53
Cotton Washcloths: 115+11=126
Afghans: 11
Socks: 126+5=131
Cowls/Hoody Combo's/ 17
Shawls 1
Misc: items like personal care and things don't fit into above categories aren't counted

HAVE YOU READ ABOUT THE CONTEST?  HAVE YOU STARTED?  DETAILS HERE

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Donated Crocheted Scarves Help the Homeless

 Thank you Beth G for this awesome donation of crocheted scarves!  I love all the nice solid colors that are suitable for both men and women.  While this first picture shows scarves folded, you can see in the second picture how nicely sized they are.  The calendar tells us it's almost Spring, and we have had some relief from the snow and freezing temperatures; but make no mistake.....that doesn't mean they is no longer need of wonderful warm items for our Homeless Friends.

It's still quite damp and cool and will be for some time to come.  

Thank you, Beth and please keep up the good work!

*For my friends visiting through A-Z, please remember to leave the url to your blog when you comment, not your profile page so I can return the visit.  Also, please notice the special blog log for all A-Z visitors who leave comments.  Sharing some linky love.

2015 Donations:

Hats: 118
Scarves:33+16=49
Mittens: 42
Slippers: 47
Rain Poncho's: 3
Cotton Washcloths:53
Afghans:2
Socks: 47
Cowls/Infinity scarves: 12
Shawls: 1 
Misc: personal care items and anything not listed above

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Wrap a Warm Hand Made Scarf Around Your Neck

 Thank you Beth Green for this thoughful donation of crocheted scarves.  Nice variety in sizes to warm lots of necks Beth.  Beth's also included socks and those chemical hand warmers...my hands are cold as I'm typing so I know how much those will be appreciated by folks out in the elements.

Thank you Beth for your on going support of Bridge and Beyond.  The first portion of Beth's donation can be seen by scrolling back a bit.  Remember larger donations are divided to help us with more regular blog posts, fewer pictures per post and fewer items in each picture so you all can better see the details.

Please stay tuned folks for totals.  All items received prior to the end of 2014 will be tallied in that year, even though the posts will appear in the year 2015.  

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 888
Scarves: 470+13=483
Socks: 193+6=199
Afghans: 29
Slippers: 108
Rain Ponchos: 61
Mittens & Gloves:120
Wrist Warmers/Fingerless gloves: 4
Cotton Washcloths: 329+2=331
Misc. (Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, cowls/mobius,  and Shrugs etc.) aren't tabulated.
Personal Care Items: Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, cream, hand warmers, lipbalm, floss, soap, shaving cream, razors etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Crochet Donations Aid the Homeless

 Thank you Beth G for this wonderful donation of crocheted for Ohio's Homeless and others in need.  I love how nicely sized these scarves...people will truly be able to wrap up in them.  Thank you too for the darker colors, which work for both men and women.  She's been a busy beaver with her hook.

Beth has been a faithful supporter of Bridge and Beyond, and we certainly appreciate all of her efforts.

Please keep up the good work, Beth.  Stay tuned for additional donations from Beth folks.  Remember, larger donations are divided to minimize the number of photo's per post so you're all able to better see the work of caring volunteers, and to help us with more regular blog posts.

As we're nearing the end of yet another year here on Bridge and Beyond, please stay tuned for totals.  All items received prior to the end of 2014 will be tallied in that year, even though the posts will appear in the year 2015.  

If you're traveling for the holiday, please be safe folks.

2014 DONATIONS:
Hats: 871
Scarves: 440+10=450
Socks: 193
Afghans: 29
Slippers: 108
Rain Ponchos: 61
Mittens & Gloves:120
Wrist Warmers/Fingerless gloves: 4
Cotton Washcloths: 329
Misc. (Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts, cowls/mobius,  and Shrugs etc.) aren't tabulated.
Personal Care Items: Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, cream, hand warmers, lipbalm, floss, soap, shaving cream, razors etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Colorful Crocheted Donation

Thank you Beth G for this thoughtful donation.  Sorry the picture is so dark folks.  I lightened it some on the computer, but it was such a dark day without natural light it still is too dark to see some of the colors in the scarves towards the top of the picture.  Beth has crocheted scarves, cotton washcloths, and hot pads.  Love the pretty color sin the washcloths.

Keep up the good work Beth.

Folks, I'm again trying to coax everyone into leaving comments.  So few of you do and it's really helpful for the blog if you do.  It's easy, you don't have to be a blogger, you don't have to list your full name, first name and last initial is fine.  Type your comment in the white box provided when you click comments, then click the drop down box and type your name........if you don't have a blog leave the url space empty...or you can add the link from your Facebook and or Ravelry profile pages if you like.  PLEASE, don't be a lurky...leave a comment when you're here so we know you were here.  Everyone loves seeing comments after their donations.  

2013 Donations:

Hats: 850
Scarves: 456+13=469
Socks: 347
Afghans: 52
Slippers: 195
Rain Ponchos: 208
Mittens: 139
Cotton Wash Clothes: 715+11=726
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's, Skirts etc. : 17
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, hand-warmers, cowls/gators/neckwarners and all meal prep related items, Dolls, associated items, stuffed/crocheted/knitted toys... etc aren't tabulated

All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.

Donations From the Peach Tree State

Thank you Beth G from Georgia for this thoughtful donation of crocheted scarves and socks for our Homeless here in Ohio.  Beth is our newest pair of helping hands.  Welcome to the group Beth, hope to see lots of you here on Bridge and Beyond.  We're thrilled to have you join us.

Please keep up the good work.

*Please remember to tag hats, mittens, and slippers with the size you've made.  The above white tags work well, but you can also cut index cards and attach.*

**Have you joined the facebook group yet?**

2013 Donation Totals:
Hats:  280
Scarves: 233+6=239
Socks:130+10=140
Afghans: 10
Slippers: 107
Rain Ponchos:202
Mittens: 20
Cotton Wash Clothes: 164
Shawls, Sweaters, Vests, Poncho's: 4
Misc. Items: include personal care, headbands, handwarmers, cowls/gators and all meal prep related items, etc aren't tabulated

***and this blog post is #988 just 12 post away from 1,000. I'm announcing a contest right now. Starting today and (March 23rd) running through the 1,000th post. Everyone who visits and the blog and leaves a comment on the blog will have their name entered into a hat....I will draw a name or names......depending on how many entries we have and the winners will receive...............goodies. I'll leave it at that, goodies. Now who doesn't like to win something? Help us celebrate our longevity and this milestone blog post.***


All donations regardless of size and number are valued. All donations are appreciated. The Power of One is awesome, and when we work together The Power of One becomes The Power of Many.