Douglas County’s Eagle Academy High School in Lone Tree recently received eight large quilts. The quilts will go to students who are either homeless or “couch surfing” and in need of help. Eagle Academy is a school for students seeking an alternative path to earning their high school diploma. They must work in the mornings and […]
Help & Hope Reaching out to Victims of Pandemic
On April 30th, 35 quilts were donated to the Help & Hope Center in Castle Rock. There were also 13 crocheted baby hats and 3 adult hats included in the donation. These items will be given to families and individuals who are struggling because of lost jobs and health issues as a result of the […]
Perfect Weather for Quilt Collection Day
On April 23rd, there were 54 members who attended another quilt collection day at the Above and Beyond Sewing parking lot. The weather was perfect to gather and have a few minutes to pick up fabrics, kits, and batting. Thanks to Ruth B, who provided delicious LaMar’s donuts for everyone to enjoy while they looked around. There were […]
First Quarter Donations for FHQ
During the first quarter of 2021, Firehouse Quilts received generous donations from the following: Corporate – Amazon Smile $69.04; Rewards Program – King Soopers $599.93; Monetary Donations – Network for Good $55.00, Bonita A. – $200.00, Bill and Cathy D. – $95.85, and Diana C. – $25.00, for total donations of $1,044.82. It is through […]
Quilt Delivery to Limb Preservation Foundation
On April 7, Sara V delivered 23 quilts to Joe G for the Limb Preservation Foundation. This organization is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for those facing limb-threatening conditions due to trauma, tumor or infection through research, patient assistance, and educational programs. Minimizing the potential for limb loss requires ongoing research into medical […]
Continued Support to Firehouse Quilts from Wray
Another donation of quilts was received in March from Joleen G, who lives in Wray, Colorado. She sent nine gorgeous quilts with an assortment of patterns and fabrics as well as two tops. Joleen sometimes meets with Patty Z’s sewing group in Wray, however, the pandemic has kept her at home doing most of her […]
Mountain Resource Center Pushes Through Pandemic
The Mountain Resource Center in Conifer has helped families and children for thirty years with dignity and respect. The clients receive health and human services assistance throughout a 1,000 square mile area in the small mountain communities. The biggest need during the Covid pandemic was getting food to those in need. The need went from […]
Quilts Bring Comfort to Many
On March 25th, Alyssia, from Catholic Charities of Central Colorado, received 60 quilts from Firehouse Quilts. This office helps to provide emergency/essential services and counseling to those who are struggling with homelessness and poverty in Douglas County. A family or individual can reach out for shelter, furniture, food, gas cards, baby supplies, and necessities to survive. The day […]
Survivors of Child Abuse Receive Quilts
On February 7, 2021, Sara V and her husband delivered 48 quilts to Barbara C, who works for ChildSafe in Fort Collins. This non profit helps to break the cycle and heals the trauma from childhood abuse and neglect. In 1986, ChildSafe treated 10 victims in need and they now help 700 – 800 clients a year, with some being as young […]
Delivery to Craig Hospital
FHQ member, Barbara C., delivered 18 quilts to Craig Hospital. We learned that several new patients have been admitted this winter, so our timing was great. When the Craig staff deliver our quilts they include our brochure and a thank you note for the patient/family to use. Several send us notes. It is so gratifying […]