Knit 'N Style — Knitting for Charity
The organizations listed below are a few of the many charities that accept knitted items.
Many national organizations have local chapters. Check the websites for free patterns and specific information.
Operation Helmetliners
Download Helmet Liner Instructions (PDF)
www.citizensam.org/html/helmetliners.html
www.yarnhaven.com/knithelmetliner.html
This program provides protection and hand-made warmth for our soldiers.
Knitted items can be sent to:
Yarn Heaven Helmet Liners
1300 W Arkansas Lane
Arlington, TX 76013
Afghans for Afghans
www.afghansforAfghans.org
This program sends hand-knit and crocheted blankets and garments to the people of Afghanistan.
Binky Patrol, Inc
www.binkypatrol.org
Their mission is to help provide comfort and warmth to children experiencing trauma of any kind.
Caps for Kids
www.capsforkids.com
Volunteers knit and crochet caps and children’s accessories
to be given to non-profit, non-denominational agencies in local
communities.
Chemo Caps
www.chemocaps.com
Participants make soft, stylish hats for chemotherapy patients who have lost their hair. Hats may be distributed to local hospital oncology units or sent away to be distributed in other communities.
Chicagoland Head Huggers
www.chicagolandheadhuggers.org
Chicagoland Head Huggers is a not-for-profit organization committed to
hugging every in-need chemo patient's head with a crafted hat donated
by a
caring volunteer. The group was founded by Pam Haschke, a survivor of
a rare
breast cancer with a high mortality rate. Since its inception, the
organization has received over 2500 caps from hundreds of volunteers
and
groups across the region. More information available at the website.
Cubs for Kids
www.cubsforkids.com
Volunteers knit sweaters, hats and scarves for teddy bears to be given to children at homeless shelters throughout the country.
The Handiwork Ministry
www.thehandiworkministry.vpweb.com
Providing handmade items of care and comfort to people in need.
Knit-a-Square
www.knit-a-square.com
Knit-a-Square organizes 1,700 members from 30 countries worldwide to knit and send 8 x 8" squares for blankets. These squares are received by Knit-a-Square in Johnnesburg, and sewn into blankets for distribution to some of South Africa's 1.4 million AIDS orphans and abandoned children.
The Knitting Connection
www.theknittingconnection.org
The Knitting Connection's mission is to support children and families
in
need with crafted items utilizing the artistic talents of volunteer
knitters, crocheters, and quilters. The Knitting Connection is based
out of
Boston but serves communities all over America.
Newborns in Need
www.newbornsinneed.org
This organization serves the needs of premature babies, who need hats and blankets to retain their body heat. Volunteers sew, knit and crochet clothing and baby blankets.
Operation Helmetliner
www.citizensam.org
Although American troops are issued helmet liners by the military, those garments are made of synthetic materials. The mission of the Citizen Sam organization is to provide 100% wool helmetliners. Black is the preferred color, although dark brown and dark gray are also acceptable.
Project Linus
www.projectlinus.org
“Blanketeers” sew, quilt, knit or crochet blankets to be given
to seriously ill or traumatized children.
Seamen’s Church Institute: Christmas At Sea
www.seamenschurch.org
Since World War I, the Seamen’s Church Institute has provided scarves, watch caps and sweaters for far-flung mariners on Christmas Day. The organization collects donates items throughout the year.
Shawl Ministry
www.shawlministry.com
Knitters create a shawl to be given to comfort the recipient, or as a gift during a special time of life. Prayers are offered during the knitting of the shawl and before it is given away.
Snuggles Project
www.snugglesproject.org
“Snuggles” are security blankets for homeless dogs and cats. These blankets must be machine washable and are donated directly to participating shelters listed under “Shelter Index” on the website.
Warm Up America!
www.warmupamerica.com
Participants make afghans or 7" x 9" rectangles to be joined with others into afghans which are distributed to social service agencies within the community.
Warm Woolies
www.warmwoolies.org
A non-profit organization whose volunteers knit wool clothing for poverty-stricken children.