In the past few months FHQ has received thousands of yards of fabric from several generous donors. Because of their kindness we are able to supply our members with beautiful fabrics to continue making quilts for children/patients in crisis. Linda R donated fabrics and kits because a health issue keeps her from sewing. Everything was neatly color coordinated, ironed […]
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Thanks to All Who Helped Firehouse Quilts
In January many people helped to provide quilts for the Marshall Fire families. Not only were there donations coming from Colorado, they also came from across the United States. A big thank you goes out to Holly’s Quilt Cabin for being a drop off center for the quilts. They collected 522 quilts at their location. […]
Special Deliveries to Marshall Fire Victims
After the Marshall fire, Firehouse Quilts members learned about victims who lost their homes and all their possessions. Karen, who is a member of FHQ, heard from her brother that three of his neighbors and friends in Louisville were in need of quilts. Karen personally chose quilts for the parents and their children and delivered them to her brother so […]
Fourth Quarter of 2021 Brought Generous Donors
During the fourth quarter of 2021 Firehouse Quilts was remembered by many people with their generous donations totaling $5,558.20. Because of their giving nature, Firehouse Quilts is able to continue with their mission of making and donating quilts to children/patients in crisis across Colorado. It is with much gratitude that we thank the following people: […]
Quilts Donated For Marshall Fire Victims
On January 20th, five cars filled with 663 quilts made a drop off at the disaster donation center in Broomfield. The old Nordstrom’s store at the Flatirons Crossing Mall is serving as a drop off center for new and gently used items for the families who lost their homes and belongings on December 30, 2021. The ladies […]
Quilts for Marshall Fire Victims
On January 17th an outdoor quilt collection was held to gather quilts for the Marshall fire victims. There were 43 members who stopped to drop off quilts, pick up batting and take quilts needing to be quilted. The astounding total amount of quilts dropped off was 709. A total of 471 quilts and 69 blankets/afghans were […]
Quilt Delivery to Craig Hospital
In early January, Barbara C. delivered 26 quilts to Craig Hospital. Abby, Volunteer Assistant, met Barbara outside as no visitors are allowed in the hospital at this time. FHQ delivered 20 quilts in the late fall of 2021 and they needed more as the patient turnover continues. There were some beautiful quilts … as shown […]
Delivery to Limb Preservation Foundation
On December 14th, 2021, Sara V delivered 20 quilts to Joe G for the Limb Preservation Foundation. The goal of the Foundation is to enhance the quality of life for those individuals facing limb-threatening conditions due to trauma, tumor, or infection through research, patient assistance and educational programs.
Quilt Delivery to Mountainview Fire & Rescue
On January 5, thirty-two quilts were delivered to Mountainview Fire for the victims of the Marshall Fire. Andrea, a community outreach resource for the Mountainview team, met us to collect the quilts. As you can imagine, the stories coming out of that part of our state are heartbreaking. The Mountainview fire and rescue team was […]
2021 is Record Breaking for Firehouse Quilts
Despite the pandemic and not having a place to sew for quite a while, Firehouse Quilts members managed to make and donate 1,717 quilts in 2021. Four of the quilt collections took place outside in both hot and cold conditions in a parking lot or a board member’s driveway. We were fortunate to have the […]