Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Each Stitch Counts 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The mission of Each Stitch Counts is to alleviate hygiene insecurity by providing food pantries with dish and laundry detergent. Containers of dish detergent include a handmade dishcloth donated by crafter volunteers. Households dealing with food insecurity often deal with hygiene insecurity. They reach this community by supplying these products. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed Must Knows project must-knows We have partnered with Each Stitch Counts to help bring awareness to the issue of hygiene insecurity. People facing poverty are not allowed to use their food stamp benefits to purchase personal hygiene products like shampoo, soap, tampons or household hygiene products like laundry or dish soap with their monthly benefits. Food pantries often don’t have these items either. These items provide dignity. Each Stitch Counts encourages you to donate your dishcloths along with dish soap to your local food pantry. However, if you prefer, you can ship donations to their HQ in New Jersey. They are currently supporting 4 food pantries in their local area on a monthly basis and need 50-100 dishcloths per month. 1) Crochet and Knit Dish Cloths - any pattern accepted, typically 8"x8" made from cotton yarn. We have provided some suggested patterns, but feel free to use any pattern you like. This project is only for handmade knit and crochet dishcloths. suggested patterns Dishcloths Patterns dish cloths Dishcloths shipping guidelines You are encouraged to donate your dish cloths locally to a food pantry near you along with a bottle of dish soap! However, Each Stitch Counts gladly accepts donations of your handiwork, please ship your dish cloths to: USPS, UPS or FEDEX: Each Stitch Counts 1358 Hooper Ave - PMB 125 Toms River, NJ 08753 Please read the Crafting Change statement on Give Back Box Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. The Yonkofa Project 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are craftin g 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The Yonkofa Project is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing sustainable healthcare in third world countries. They establish medical clinics in rural Ghana that provide care previously unavailable in those areas. They also have a program called "Keep Girls in School Campaign". The Yonkofa Project has teamed up with Crafting Change to provide menstrual hygiene kits to middle school girls, bandages for the rural clinics and hospitals and items for the Half Assini NICU. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows 1) Drawstring Backpacks Choose high-quality quilting cotton or lightweight canvas for the backpack, avoiding heavy fabrics like decorator fabrics or denim for easier folding and shipping.* DOs: - Soccer-related fabrics are popular. - Novelty prints, tie-dye, superheroes, neons, and bright colors are favored. - Solid colors and traditional florals are less preferred, as are dark colors. - Opt for prints that won't show dirt easily, avoiding predominantly pastel or light-colored/white prints. DON'Ts: - No camouflage fabric, as it's exclusively used by the military in Ghana. - Avoid religious and holiday-themed prints (Easter Bunnies, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Santa). - Exclude fabrics depicting drugs, alcohol, tobacco, or weapons. 2) Reusable Menstrual Pads Each kit we make includes 2 medium and 2 heavy pads. Pads must have 1 or 2 layers of Zorb, a bottom layer of PUL, and Kam Snaps closures. Choose dark, colorful, patterned, or busy fabrics for your topper to help hide stains. Use any template shape in sizes between 8.5" and 10.5" in length are accepted. When shipping your completed pads, please label them by absorbency and length for easier sorting. We offer resources for pad construction, including a video tutorial for first-time makers. Contact us for assistance or to order discount supplies. . KAM SNAPS: Each pad must have 2 size 20 Kam Snaps applied on the wing. Refer to our video tutorial for assistance. If applying your own snaps, test each snap multiple times to ensure security, functionality, and that satisfying snap sound. We are happy to apply snaps for you if you have a physical limitation that makes it difficult for you to apply them. Interested in purchasing Kam Snap supplies? We recommend buying directly from Kam Snaps, a family-owned small business. They offer a great starter set with pliers and snaps! Check that kit out here , or browse the rest of their site! 3) Wet Bags Wet bags serve two main functions: holding soiled pads while girls are at school and serving as a vessel for cleaning pads at home. Wet bags must be waterproof. We have one approved pattern for these bags, which has proven effective. Watch our video tutorial on properly sealing these bags. For any questions, email Martha for assistance. 4) Sewn Soap Sack The Sewn Soap Sack made from a washcloth is tailored for The Menstrual Hygiene Kit Resembling a washcloth, it offers familiarity the for girls while featuring a twill loop for convenient hanging and drying of soap. Please ensure accurate measurements and avoid using white or light colors as these will be used during menstrual cycles and get stained with blood. 5) Crochet & Knit Bandages- We're crafting cotton bandages for rural clinics/hospitals in Western Ghana. Only 5 approved yarns and one specific pattern are permitted for this project. Participants must be experienced crocheters or knitters capable of checking gauge. While the pattern is simple, consistency and gauge are crucial. Start with 2 skeins of yarn for your first 2 bandages that will be quality checked by our medical advisor before ordering more yarn. Find all necessary information on this information sheet. 7) Receiving Blankets for the NICU- We're creating swaddling/receiving blankets for the NICU at Half Assini Government Hospital in Half Assini, Ghana. Blankets should measure between 36x36 and 40x40 inches square. All blankets, regardless of style, must have finished hems. Narrow rolled serger hems are recommended for single-layer blankets if you have a serger. Accepted fabric options include: Single layer flannel 2-layer quilting cotton Single or double layer jersey Single or double layer double gauze UNDERWEAR : Each kit includes 2 pairs of underwear in girls' sizes 12/14. We make a small amount of kits with size 10/12 and size 14/16. Additional pairs in size 8 and women's size 5 are provided to schools for girls who may need sizes outside of what we offer. Consider purchasing from our Amazon Wish List or taking advantage of BOGO sales at Fruit of the Loom, Black Friday deals or check local retailers like Target/Walmart for clearance items. We always need underwear for our kits in Girls size 12 and 14. ***PLEASE NOTE: We kindly ask that all menstrual pads comply with our guidelines for safety and effectiveness. We offer approved supplies at discounted prices for your convenience. Please feel free to reach out to us for assistance or to obtain the necessary supplies. Your support in adhering to these specifications is crucial. Maintaining the trust our girls place in the kits they receive from Crafting Change is paramount, and you play the key role in upholding it. Order Pad & Wet Bag Supplies! Must Knows approved patterns Backpacks Menstrual Pads & Wet Bags Bandages Sewn Soap Sack NICU Receiving Blankets Patterns menstrual pads and wet bags Menstruals drawstring backpacks Backpack bandages Bandage sewn soap sack sewn soap sack nicu NICU Shipping shipping guidelines SHIPPING ONLY ON THE 1st of the MONTH unless instructed otherwise to make a deadline! Volunteers ship their donations for The Yonkofa Project to Crafting Change HQ where we assemble them into kits or get the bandages inspected or the baby items ready to go prior to shipping to them to load into cargo containers for the long journey to Ghana. When they arrive here we put menstrual kit items together with donated underwear into kits with instructions. Bandages and Baby items are sorted into waterproof bags for safe shipping. (Please do not ship these directly to The Yonkofa Project in GA, if you do, they end up having to pay shipping to get them to us. ) T here is no rush to get items to us for The Yonkofa Project so we ask that packages are only shipped the 1st of the month. This is an ongoing project and items are always needed. Cargo containers go to Ghana on a rolling basis. Work until your box is full and ship to us on the first of the month so we can arrange help for receiving packages, sorting items and putting together kits. NEW SHIPPING ADDRESS EFFECTIVE 3/1/25 Crafting Change 1056 Green Acres Road #102-253 Eugene, OR 97408 Please read the Crafting Change statement on Give Back Box TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Every Day Action 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care sli p & tally your donation this is how it works About We are proud to support Every Day Action in North Hollywood, CA. Every Day Action was created and founded by Hillary Cohen and Samantha Luu, two Directors Guild of America Assistant Directors hoping to change the way Hollywood sees food waste. Both women, having worked over 10 years on sets, have continually asked why the leftover gourmet food from catering is thrown out and not donated. Now, this 501(c)3 organization takes perceived waste and redistributes it to the homeless throughout the Los Angeles area. Working closely with Film & Television sets, they take food that would have been thrown away and redistribute it directly to those in need in homeless camps and community fridges throughout the region. Hillary Cohen challenges everyone to ask yourself, "What did you do today to help your community or someone in need?" what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows We are partnered with Every Day Action to provide them bags for the Personal Care Kits they put together to distribute to the homeless encampments in the LA area they serve. These kits contain essential personal care items like toothpaste, socks, toothbrushes, combs, feminine hygiene products, soap sacks, and other essentials. We have 4 bag options: 1) Up-cycled Feed bags - Using the model of Every Day Action and taking perceived waste and redistributing it: Our primary bag patterns is an up-cycled bag that reclaims dog food or feed bags and transforms them in to reusable tote bags! We have videos below, here is the basic supply list and how to prep them for sewing: Materials: Feed bags (made of tarp-like plastic) Washing machine Tide with Oxyclean, Oxyclean, or baking soda Strong thread (Bonded UV thread recommended) Heavy Duty Polyester ok. Prepare the bags: Cut off the top and bottom of the bag. Remove any remaining crumbs. Clean the feed bags: Fill your washing machine tub as full as possible. You may have to override your tub's settings to ensure the tank is full Use Tide with Oxyclean, or Oxyclean or Baking Soda with your detergent Avoid harsh chemicals like Borax or bleach. Hang the bags to dry and i f there's still odor or oil, rewash Tips: If a bag doesn't survive the washing process, it wouldn't have survived as a bag for our partner. Toss it and be glad you didn't sew something that wouldn't last! For a larger number of bags or to involve kids, consider using a kiddie pool outside to wash them. Fill it with water, add dish soap and scrub the bags. Rinse thoroughly. By following these steps, you can transform old feed bags into durable and eco-friendly reusable bags to distribute with hygiene supplies to people experiencing homelessness. 2) Tote Bag from a Large Tarp - You can create tote bags that are functional, reusable and very sturdy using a tarp from the hardware store! A camo or dark one is preferred. 3) Large Heavy Duty Tote Bags - You can use our patterns for the Super Tote or similar pattern and create a large heavy duty bag. See below for fabric. 4) Adult sized drawstring backpacks - Sewn drawstring backpacks are a great option as they pull close and keep items from getting lost. See below for fabric. Our neighbors who are unsheltered need bags that are strong and weather resistant. Please use darker colors so they are less likely to show dirt and and stand out, which can be important for safety. Great fabrics: 5) Soap Sacks - Knit/Crochet soap sacks will be placed in hygiene bags. 6) Warm Winter Items- Collecting winter items September 15th through January 30th. Items are only for unsheltered adults and will be skewed 70/30 male Please use darker colors to hide dirt and not stand out, which can be important for safety. Hats & Gloves: Knit/Crochet or single layer fleece Earwarmers FLEECE ONLY We have a special Wish List set up to help us fill up the bags and backpacks we are making. We distribute our bags on Skid Row, Veterans Row and other locations throughout LA in collaboration with Every Day Action. If you'd like to help us fill up our bags with much needed hygiene items please find needed items here: Upholstery Waterproof Canvas Polyester Twill Sailcloth Duck cloth Ripstop Nylon Denim approved patterns Up-cycled Feed Bags Winter Hats Backpacks & Totes Soap Sacks Winter Earwarmers Winter Gloves Must Knows Patterns up-cycled feed bag and camo-tarp totes Bags backpacks and tote bags backpack soap sacks SoapSacks WINTER HATS winter hats winter earwarmers Earwarmer fingerless gloves gloves Shipping shipping guidelines We are no longer collecting EDA donations at CCHQ Please ship to them directly in California. Every Day Action accepts shipping whenever you complete your donations. they make kits approximately 4 times a year so it is okay to save up what you are making and ship occasionally. Please include a care slip and be sure to write the date on it. Every Day Action can only accept USPS at this time because they only have a post office box. Ship via United States Postal Service (USPS) to: Every Day Action PO Bo x 5591 North Hollywood, CA 91616 TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

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WHERE CREATIVITY & COMPASSION MEET I magine the impact of a simple act of crafting: sewing a reusable menstrual pad that helps a middle school girl in rural Western Africa stay in school, or crocheting a winter hat that warms the head of an unhoused man on LA’s Skid Row, or one fighting for freedom in Ukraine. At Crafting Change, we're more than just crafters – we're craftivists. We match the love of crafting with tangible good works for those in need. C rafting Change was born out of the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, when crafters rose to meet the challenge of sewing masks desperately needed by healthcare workers and other frontline heroes. Recognizing the power and passion of crafters, Crafting Change has built a model to harness this power and tangibly impact the lives of those in need. S ince our founding, we've delivered over 200,000 items made by craftivists in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada to organizations in every state, and internationally to Canada, Nepal, Ghana, and Ukraine. From handmade masks to blankets, each item lovingly crafted by our volunteers ends up in the hands—or on the heads—of someone who needs it, changing lives one stitch at a time. B ut our work doesn't stop there. We're constantly innovating and expanding our reach, finding new ways to make a difference in the world. Whether it's through a virtual knitting and crochet circle, a local crafting event, or a global initiative, we invite you to join us in our mission to craft change and create a brighter future for all. R eady to make a difference? Explore how you can get involved today. this is how it works 01 Find your project match, follow the pattern and make needed items. 02 Print our care slip and ship your handmade items to our partner charity. 03 Return to our website to tally your donation. let's get started What Do You Like To Do? PICK ME Sewing NO! PICK ME Knitting & Crochet sign-up for email want to join us? Check Out Our Online Community FIND OUR FACEBOOK GROUP Are you a 501(c)3 organization that could use our help? Request Form Don't craft and want to learn about other ways to support us? Learn More as seen on tv

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Meet our team that helps put our projects together. We rely on our Executive Board, an Advisory Board and a Village of extraordinary volunteers to run our 501(c)3 organization. Meet the Team CRAFTIVIST noun /craf-tuh-vist/ a creator, sewist, maker, or artist who uses their craft to change the world! executive board and leadership behind the scenes superheroes advisory committee want to join the team? Send Us Your Resume EMAIL US

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. Hopa Mountain 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Supporting the coordination of local response efforts in rural and tribal communities across the Northern Rockies and the Great Plains, Hopa Mountain is a 501(c)3 organization doing great work. They invest in rural and tribal citizen leaders working primarily in the areas of early childhood education, informal science education, service-learning, ecological and human health, and non profit development. They have been integral in the pandemic relief efforts for the Tribes in the entire region. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows Focus: Warm, high-quality winter hats for elementary-aged children (ages 5–12) in the Northern Rocky Mountains. Hopa Mountain will also accept hats for teens and adults, but our goal is to keep younger kids warm and healthy so they don’t miss school. What We Need: Hats must cover the ears and be functional, warm, and durable. Use high-quality yarn or fleece and follow a tested pattern. Aim for “generational quality” — hats that hold up to repeated washings and can be passed down. Tight weave to block cold air (but not stiff like a helmet). Safe construction — no embellishments that could be choking hazards. Poms are okay if washable or removable. Do Not Use: Yarn over 5 years old, unlabeled yarn, or yarn from thrift stores. Fleece that pills or patterns with only a single layer. Helpful Resources: Suggested Patterns Recommended & Tested Yarn List Questions? Knit/Crochet: Robyn Peters robyn@craftingchange.org Sewing/Fleece Hats: Kathy Lawrence kathyl@craftingchange.org suggested patterns Warm Winter Hats recommended and tested yarn list Must Knows Patterns Hats warm winter hats Shipping Ship items whenever you are ready to send them, we advise when you have a large package. Remember, we are a team and many people will be helping with this need. This is a long term project that will continue through May 31, 2025. NEW NEW NEW NEW New Shipping Address effective 2/27/25! Hopa Mountain 509 S. 22nd Ave. Bozeman, MT 59718 CRITICAL INFORMATION FROM CRAFTING CHANGE ON GIVE BACK BOX TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP shipping guidelines

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Craftivist Projects Take a look at our current projects and partner charities and find the project that matches your interests best! Follow the steps below and make sure to return here and tally your donation. TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP 01 Find your project match, follow the pattern and make needed items. 02 Print our care slip and ship your handmade items to our partner charity. 03 Return to our website to tally your donation . sewing knit/crochet sewing sewing New Project coming soon! Dominican Republic Sew - The Grace Upon Grace Project Colorado Sew ~ Cosmetic Bags The Grace Upon Grace Project is a 501c3 founded in 2019. It is their dream to provide under-served people in their community with diapers, wipes, and period produ cts to live and grow with grace and dignity while addressing the roots of social inequities. The Grace Upon Grace Project ~ Project Page Hopa Mountain Montana Sew ~ Fleece Winter Hats Hopa Mountain is a 501c3 nonprofit based in Bozeman, Montana and serving the Northern Rocky Mountains. Hopa Mountain invests in rural and tribal citizen leaders who are improving education, ecological health, and economic development. Hopa Mountain ~ Project Page Leaving A Legacy New Jersey Sew ~ Tote Bags, Chemo Caps, Cosmetic Bags, Port Pillows, Heart Hugs, Tissue holders, Kids Drawstring Backpacks Leaving A Legacy is a program under the 501c3 Raising Hope for Others. This program makes comfort care bags for cancer patients at several care centers in their area. Leaving A Legacy Project Page Mental Health Resource Center Florida Sew - Blankets, Fiddlers, Tote Bags, Backpacks, Special Sized Pillowcases Mental Health Resource Center is a 501c3 nonprofit that provides a wide range of behavioral health services for adults, adolescents, children and families and has 2 programs for the homeless. Get more info on the Mental Health Resource Center Project Page! Mental Health Resource Center Project Page Nashville Launch Pad Tennessee Sew - Drawstring backpacks Nashville Launch Pad's m ission is to create a network of temporary, safer, street-free sleeping shelters for unhoused young adults which are open and affirming to LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies. Nashville Launch Pad Project Page Path & Green OH Sew - Cosmetic Bags Path & Green is a non profit, 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to provide hope and a future to Lorain County girls in need by ending hygiene insecurity and period poverty. We partner with local school dis tricts and community-serving organizations to provide personal care items. Beyond meeting their basic needs, Path & Green wants girls to know they are worthy, loved and valued. Path & Green Project Page Patient Pet Advocates Oregon Sew - Dog Beds (Small and LARGE), Cat blankets, Kitty Kick Sticks Patient Pet Advocates is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that helps to re-home pets for patients that have passed away after terminal illnesses. Patient Pet Advocates Project Page Piper's Project Kansas Sew - Baby Blankets, Winter Items, Pillowcases Piper's Project is a 501c3 nonprofit that helps children impacted by foster care in Kansas as well as those in domestic violence shelters and those facing homelessness. Piper's Project - Project Page Planned Parenthood Colorado Sew - We have met current need. This is a long term project and will update when we need to start sewing again! Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains is a 501c3 nonprofit serving Colorado, NM and Las Vegas, NV. They believe in a future where all people have equitable opportunity to experience health and wellness including high-quality sexual and reproductive health care provided with respect and without judgement. Planned Parenthood Project Page The Remissionaries Nevada Sew - Quilts, Tote Bags The Remissionaries is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas, NV. Founded by a breast cancer survivor/thriver, and aimed at helping women undergoing chemotherapy treatment for breast cancer. The Remissionaries Project Page S.A.C.K. New Jersey Sew -Soap Sacks Their vision is to inspire groups of volunteers around the country to crochet/knit, collect and donate bar soap to their local food pantries, homeless shelters, relief efforts, mission trips, social service agencies and veterans clinics. Get more info on the S.A.C.K. Project Page! S.A.C.K. Project Page NEW PROJECT COMING SOON! FLORIDA Sew - Their vision is to inspire groups of volunteers around the country to crochet/knit, collect and donate bar soap to their local food pantries, homeless shelters, relief efforts, mission trips, social service agencies and veterans clinics. Get more info on the S.A.C.K. Project Page! The Yonkofa Project Georgia (for Ghana) Sew - Backpacks, Menstrual Pads, Wet Bags The Yonkofa Project is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 non-profit organization providing sustainable healthcare in third world countries. They establish medical clinics in rural Ghana that provide care previously unavailable in those areas. They also have a program called "Keep Girls in School Campaign", to provide backpacks to school children and menstrual products to girls. Get more info on The Yonkofa Project - Project Page! The Yonkofa Project - Project Page New Project coming soon! FL- Sew - Butterfly Haven MO Sew- Quillows, Receiving Blankets Butterfly Haven is a 501c3 nonprofit in St. Louis, MO. Butterfly Haven serves children impacted by Foster Care and families who have experienced a Crisis situation such as a house fire or the recent flooding that impacted the area. Butterfly Haven Project Page Cascade Health (Pete Moore Hospice House) OR Sew - Quilts (Lapghan size) Cascade Health is a local, nonprofit health care organization founded to fill the unmet health needs and make life better for those we have the privilege to serve in Eugene and Springfield, Oregon. Services Offered: Hospice, Palliative Care, Physical Therapy, Counseling, Diabetes & Nutrition, Travel Health, Occupational Health. Our people are caring, qualified professionals. Our programs are innovative, patient-centered and focused on outcomes. Together, we touch lives and create a stronger, healthier community. Cascade Health Project Page Every Day Action California Sew - Winter Hats EDA take food that would have been thrown away and redistribute it directly to those in need in homeless camps and com munity fridges throughout the region. Get more info on the Every Day Action project page. Every Day Action Projet Page knitting and crochet knitting and crochet Embracing the ICU Nebraska Crochet - Tiny Octopus They are a 501c3 nonprofit. The y have a 4 pronged mission: Holiday's at the Hospital, Possible Bags, Parent to Parent, and Tribe Vibe. Embracing the ICU Project Page Every Day Action California Knit/Crochet -Winter hats Founded by Hillary Cohen and Samantha Luu, two Directors Guild of America Assistant Directors hoping to change the way Hollywood sees food waste. Working closely with Film & Television sets, they take food that would have been thrown away and redistribute it directly to those in need in homeless camps, shelters and com munity fridges throughout the region. Every Day Action Project Page Hopa Mountain Montana K nit/C rochet - Winter Hats Hopa Mountain is a 501c3 nonprofit based in Bozeman, Montana and serving the Northern Rocky Mountains. Hopa Mo untain invests in rural and tribal citizen leaders who are improving education, ecological health, and economic development. Hopa Mountain Project Page Leaving A Legacy New Jersey Knit/Crochet ~ Chemo Caps Leaving A Legacy is a program under the 501c3 Raising Hope for Others. This program makes comfort care bags for cancer patients at several care centers in their area. Leaving A Legacy Project Page Each Stitch Counts New Jersey Knit/Crochet - Dish Cloths The mission of Each Stitch Counts is to alleviate hygiene insecurity by providing food pantries with dish and laundry detergent along with handmade dish cloths. Each Stitch Counts Project Page Nashville Launch Pad Tennessee Knit/Crochet ~ Lapghans (Granny Square Glow-Up Only) Nashville Launch Pad's m ission is to create a network of temporary, safer, street-free sleeping shelters for unhoused young adults which are open and affirming to LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies. Nashville Launch Pad Project Page Patient Pet Advocates Oregon Knit/Crochet - Pet Beds (Small/Large) Kitty Toys Patient Pet Advocates is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that helps to rehome pets for patients that have passed away after terminal illnesses. Patient Pet Advocates Project Page Pipers Project Kansas Knit/Cro chet - Soap Sacks (Ensure your sacks are 4"x6"), Winter hats, Winter gloves/mittens Piper's Project is a 501c3 nonprofit that helps children impacted by foster care in Kansas as well as those in domestic violence shelters and those facing homelessness. Piper's Project Project Page The Remissionaries Nevada Knit/Crochet - Soft Cotton Beanies (Chemo Caps), Blankets/Lapghans The Remissionaries is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization based in Las Vegas, NV. Founded by a breast cancer survivor/thriver, and aimed at helping women undergoing chemotherapy treatment for breast c ancer. The Remissionaries Project Page S.A.C.K. New Jersey Knit/Crochet - Soap Sacks (Ensure your sacks are 4"x6") Their vision is to inspire groups of volunteers around the country to crochet/knit, collect and donate bar soap to their local food pantries, homeless shelters, relief efforts, mission trips, social service agencies and veterans clinics. S.A.C.K. Project Page New Project Coming Soon! Florida Knit/Cro chet - Soap Sacks (Ensure your sacks are 4"x6") want to join others who share your passion? Join The Crafting Change Community on Facebook

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. This page is for our project for partner Path & Green. Path & Green 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collec tion 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About Path & Green is a non profit, 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to provide hope and a future to Lorain County girls in need by ending hygiene insecurity and period poverty. We partner with local school districts and community-serving organizations to provide personal care items. Beyond meeting their basic needs, Path & Green wants girls to know they are worthy, loved, valued. what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows THE NEXT DISTRIBUTION OF KITS WILL BE IN APRIL 2025 Path & Green works in partnership with multiple local school districts and organizations in Lorain county to provide hygiene kits. For the 2nd school year, Crafting Change is helping by providing cosmetic bags to put products in. 1) Cosmetic Bags - You can use any pattern for cosmetic bags. The recommended size is 7"x9" or 9"x7". This size holds just the right amount of supplies. Please see our pattern section below for our suggested patterns! Boxed bottoms are always welcome and preferred, but not required. Fabrics: Nothing babyish and nothing old-fashioned. These are tween and teen girls. Use fun, bright fabric. Use licensed prints. No fabrics with references to drugs, alcohol or inappropriate sayings or words. Nothing political or religous in nature. Additional Items: If you have like new IPSY bags, they are also accepting these! Must Knows approved patterns Cosmetic Bags Patterns cosmetic bags Cosmetic Bags shipping guidelines The next school distribution is April, 2025. There is no rush to ship quickly, feel free to sew and ship whenever you have a box full. Please tally as you go. UPS/FEDEX/USPS Path & Green 506 Seaton Ct. Amherst, OH 44001 Please read the Crafting Change statement on Give Back Box TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP Shipping

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. This page is for our partnership with Nashville Launch Pad. Nashville Launch Pad 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About The mission of Nashville Launch Pad is to create a network of temporary, safer, street-free sleeping shelters for unhoused young adults which are open and affirming to LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies. The have 3 main programs: Emergency Shelter - up to 25 young adults in congregate shelter in local churches nightly from Nov 1 - March 31 Independent-Supported Living Program (ISLP)- up to 6 LGBTQ+ young adults supported in an apartment space Mobile Housing Navigation Center - up to 15 beds available through the Coordinated Care Entry system in partnership with Community Care Fellowship what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows We are crafting for "Young Adults" this is ages 18-24. For 2 of their programs, The Independent Supported Living Program (up to a 6 Month stay) and the Mobile Housing Navigation Center (up to a 120 Day stay), the young adults have the opportunity to stay for longer periods of time and settle down while they look for permanent housing, educational opportunity and jobs. We will be helping the young adults in these 2 programs with blankets and pillowcases to make them feel more at home during this transition. CRITICAL INFORMATION: We have been asked to not use "Pride" themed fabric or fabric that in anyway would identify the owner of the items as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. It is important to remember that these young adults are in a very vulnerable situation often having been displaced from their home due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. Twin Size Quilts They are looking for approximately 12 Twin Size Quilts per year. If you have any interest in constructing some truly lovely, warm, twin size quilts that residents of their Independent Supported Living Program could come home to, they would love that. Size: 70"x90" Fabric Restrictions: Avoid using fabrics that depict weapons, drugs, alcohol, or themes related to pride, rainbows, or any symbols that could "out" someone as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community. Fabric: Cotton & Batting Technique: Sewn Only Winter Collection Begins Again September 1, 2025 Winter Items For unsheltered LGBTQIA+ young adults in Nashville, please follow these guidelines: Accepted Items: We are looking for hats and gloves/mittens/fingerless gloves. Technique: Sewn, knitted, or crocheted. Color Preferences: Use subdued colors such as browns, blacks, navy blue, forest greens, etc. These colors help the young adults blend into their surroundings and feel safe. Fabric and Yarn Restrictions: Use washable wool or high-quality acrylic. Use colors that will help folks blend in. Quality: Ensure your items are well-crafted and durable, providing warmth and comfort throughout the winter months. Must Knows approved patterns Sewn Quilts/Blankets Patterns blankets Sewn:blankets shipping guidelines They do ask that you try to bundle your items into the fewest shipments possible as they use a partner church to collect their donations for them. Please do not ship any winter items until after 9/1/25. First Lutheran Church c/o Nashville Launch Pad 113 8th Avenue South Nashville, TN 37203 Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. 3 Mariposas Montessori 01 Read about our partner charity and see the items we are crafting 02 Read the Project Must-Knows 03 Pick a pattern from our approved or suggested pattern collection 04 Shipping address, print a care slip & tally your donation this is how it works About "Located in Cabarete, Dominican Republic, one of the region’s most underprivileged communities, 3 Mariposas Montessori makes early childhood education accessible to families ready for change. Six out of 10 students live in poverty and attend 3MM on full scholarship; however, the entire student population is composed of children from various cultures, nationalities, and socioeconomic backgrounds. We are proud of our diversity, which reflects the community in which we live!" what are we crafting? Item Requested Craft Type Quantity Requested Quantity Still Needed project must-knows Please follow the patterns provided for all projects for this partner. 1. Placemats & Napkins f or mealtime 2. Aprons for both students & teachers. 3 Envelopes for learning cards Must Knows approved patterns Things 1 Things 2 Things 3 Things 4 Patterns title of container one Thing 1 Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Home Less is More Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Health Lemon Detox Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More title of container two Thing 2 Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Home Less is More Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Health Lemon Detox Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More title of container three Thing 3 Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Home Less is More Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Health Lemon Detox Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More title of container four Thing 4 Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Home Less is More Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Fashion Shoes to Shine Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More Health Lemon Detox Make this yours. Add images, text and links, or connect data from your collection. Read More shipping guidelines Insert requirements for shipping here ADDRESS/Details Here Shipping TALLY YOUR DONATION DOWNLOAD CARE SLIP

Crafting Change believes in a world where crafters feel inspired and empowered to make a difference in the world around them.  Our mission is to provide a collection of projects through trustworthy organizations. Together we will make high-quality items that bring joy, comfort, and support to those in need. Here you will find all of our supporting resources and patterns for our special projects. patterns Baby Care Blankets PPE Warm Winter Items Backpacks & Bags Cancer Care Senior Care Etc. ~ Misc. ~ Accessories Bathrooms & Kitchens Menstrual Health Care Soap Sacks Resources: Forms, Tags & More Menu baby care baby care items backpacks and bags BAGS kitchens bathrooms and kitchens blankets blankets cancer care cancer care items pads menstrual health care items PPE PPE seniorcare senior care items soap sacks SACK warm winter items WINTER ETC ~ etc ~ misc ~ accesories ~ resources resources