August, 2026
Hello Blanketeers,
This year more than ever,
NWPA Project Linus needs your support. Because of the generosity of our
community, we have delivered more than 74,000 new handmade blankets to local
children in need since our chapter began 29 years ago. Every blanket is a hug
of comfort, security, and hope for a child facing illness, trauma, or other
difficult situations.
The need continues to grow,
and every dollar donated during Erie Gives on Tuesday August 11th,
2026 helps us purchase fabric, batting, fleece and yarn so our amazing
Blanketeers can continue creating these gifts of love.
No donation is too small.
Together, we can ensure that our mission statement is met, one blanket and one child at a time.
NWPA Project Linus will be participating
in its 13th Erie Gives on
Tuesday August 11th from 12:00 am – 11:59 pm www.Eriegives.org we qualify as a 501(c)(3) non profit and are registered
for this ON-LINE event. As Erie Gives is fast approaching-
We would ask that if you give to a charity throughout the year,
that you would consider donating to NWPA Project Linus on that day. As
each year goes on, there are many new non profits that are a part
of the Erie Gives. We are a very small fish, in a very large pond. Over
all 11.3 Million dollars were raised last year in this 24 hours event. That is an incredible amount and we continue to have a very generous
Community.
When you click onto the www.Eriegives.org site type in NWPA
Project Linus
About ErieGives
Day and Time: The event
takes place on August 11th. You have 24 hours to make your donation between the
hours of 12:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m. EST.
Gift Amount: The
minimum gift is $25. There is no limit to the amount of money you may give. You
can give up to 10 nonprofits per transaction.
Credit Cards: Only
Visa, MasterCard and Discover will be accepted. The credit card processor
charges a nominal fee per transaction. The Erie Community Foundation does not
receive any fees. (Sorry credit card gift cards will not be accepted.)
Your Receipt: You will
receive an email receipt of your gift; please retain it for tax purposes, which
you should retain for tax purposes. Unless you choose to remain anonymous, your
donor information will be sent to the appropriate organization.
**** Please forward this email to your friend group in order to help NWPA
Project Linus expand its foot print in our area and beyond.****
Odds and Ends :
-At
this time we are in need of baby size blankets, they can be 36 X 36, 36 X 40 approximately ,
any
types ( knitted, crocheted, quilted and fleece with crocheted edges). We have
received many of the larger size blankets over the past several months, but not
as many of the smaller sizes.
Boy
blankets of all sizes and types are always in need.
Reminders:
-NICU Size Blankets 30 x 30 36 X 36 -Even though these little ones are
very small, you might think that their blankets should be small as well. Not
the case. These blankets are used to cover their isolettes to keep the light
and sound out during their stay in the NICU.
- Remember to check your finished quilt or blanket for
pins.
- Only use unscented detergent and fabric softener if you feel
that you need to launder a blanket.
- We are unable to accept blankets with Holiday or
Religious themes. This is one of Nationals few requirements. Other
organizations may be able to utilize them, Thank you !!
Looking
Ahead:
August 11th Erie Gives Day
February 20th 2027 - National Make a Blanket Day
Updated information will be on Facebook as well. You
can find us at:
Nwpaprojectlinus
Website- www.nwpaprojectlinus.blogspot.com
Warmly,
JoAnn Burkhart
Coordinator
NWPA Project Linus
1-814-392-5583
