August, 2024
Hello Blanketeers,
Once again with the continued
support of our community, we will be able to keep with our Mission of providing
new hand made blankets to children in need. Erie Gives is a very big part of
our Chapter being able to purchase blanket making supplies for our “
Blanketeers”
NWPA Project Linus will be participating
in its 12th Erie Gives on
Tuesday August 13th from 8:00am – 8:00pm www.Eriegives.org we qualify as a 501(c)(3) non profit and are registered
for this ON-LINE event. 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 8.2 Million dollars were raised in this 12 hours of fund raising here in
Erie. That is an incredible amount and we continue to have a very generous
Community.
Your donation to NWPA Project Linus would assist us to purchase
blanket making materials, such as batting, yarn, fleece, flannel and cotton
material to help us meet the growing need in our Community of children in need.
When you click onto the www.Eriegives.org site type in NWPA
Project Linus
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. Last year on
this one day of fund raising over 8.2 million dollars were raised here in Erie.
That is an incredible amount and we live in a very generous Community.
About ErieGives
Day and Time: The event
takes place on August 13 th. You have 12 hours to make your donation between
the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 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.
August meetings:
15th
Doug
Yaple Vacuum Center –monthly meeting 10:00-2:00
NO MEETING
1815 E. 38th Street
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.
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:
September 11th- Kit Pick Up Day
February 15th 2025 - 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
